Project Director (Project Manager)

Austin Fraser; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Director to lead high-value projects across industrial, data centre, and public sector developments. In this strategic leadership role, you will oversee project planning, execution, and completion, working closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure projects meet the highest quality standards. With a strong emphasis on commercial awareness and technical expertise, you will mentor project management professionals and implement best practices. Join a growing consultancy that offers competitive salaries, professional development, and a supportive work environment where your leadership will drive successful project outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior project management role within construction.
• Strong background in managing industrial, data centre, or public sector projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple high-value construction projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Manage client relationships and drive project performance.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Commercial Awareness

Education

Professional Qualification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)

Chartered Status (RICS, CIOB, APM)

Job description

We are a leading construction consultancy, renowned for delivering high-value projects across industrial, data centre, and public sector developments. With a strong reputation for excellence, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Director to lead and drive our project management teams, ensuring successful project delivery for our clients.

The Role:
As a Project Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of large-scale projects. You will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. This is a strategic leadership role that requires strong commercial awareness, technical expertise, and a track record of managing complex construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and oversee multiple high-value construction projects within the industrial, data centre, and public sector domains.
2. Provide strategic direction to project teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
3. Manage client relationships, ensuring excellent service delivery and long-term partnerships.
4. Drive project performance, monitoring progress, costs, risks, and quality to achieve successful outcomes.
5. Develop and implement project management methodologies and best practices.
6. Lead, mentor, and develop project management professionals within the organisation.
7. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, contractual obligations, and health & safety requirements.
8. Identify business development opportunities and support the growth of the consultancy.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience as a Project Director or senior project management role within a construction consultancy.
2. Strong background in project management, with expertise in industrial, data centres, or public sector projects.
3. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
4. Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and financial performance.
5. Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to work under pressure.
6. Professional qualification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.
7. Chartered status (RICS, CIOB, APM) is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

1. Opportunity to lead prestigious projects within a growing consultancy.
2. Competitive salary and benefits package.
3. Professional development and career progression opportunities.
4. Supportive and collaborative work environment.