Project Director, Real Estate

psd group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property company in London is seeking a Project Director to oversee commercial development projects. This role involves managing the project lifecycle from feasibility to completion while ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Responsibilities include contractor management, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in commercial property development, strong leadership skills, and a background in procurement. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional projects in London and the South East.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing commercial property development projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement and construction processes.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development across multiple commercial schemes.
• Manage consultant and contractor appointments and procurement strategy.
• Oversee planning, risk management, and value engineering.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Job description

Project Director – Commercial Development (London & South East)

A well-capitalised, privately owned property company, employing c80 people in London, with a long-term investment horizon is seeking a Project Director to lead the delivery of a high-quality pipeline of commercial developments across London and the South East.

Reporting to the Managing Director and Head of Development you will take full ownership of projects from feasibility and planning through procurement, construction and handover. You’ll provide clear leadership to internal stakeholders and external consultant teams, driving programme, cost, quality, safety and ESG outcomes while maintaining a pragmatic, solutions-led approach.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development delivery across multiple commercial schemes (new build and refurbishment).
• Manage consultant and contractor appointments, procurement strategy and contract administration (typically JCT).
• Oversee planning and pre-construction activities, risk management, value engineering and design coordination.
• Own reporting, governance and stakeholder management, including local authorities, occupiers and funder representatives where relevant.
• Ensure best-in‑class health & safety, sustainability, and quality standards through to completion.