Project Management Director

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + commission

Hybrid working

Team trip abroad

Private healthcare

6% pension

Job summary

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd is seeking a Project Management Director in London. This leadership role involves steering growth, fostering team collaboration, and influencing market presence.

The ideal candidate will oversee the delivery of commercial fit-out projects while advising clients and developing project managers. Skills in stakeholder management and a strong background in design and procurement are necessary to thrive in this position.

Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, and private healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial fit-out projects.
• Ability to develop and support a project team.
• Confidence in client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of projects.
• Advise senior client stakeholders.
• Lead project managers and support team development.
• Enhance project performance and review fee structures.
• Represent the business and drive market presence.

Skills

Experience delivering commercial office fit‑out and refurbishment projects

Strong knowledge of Design & Build procurement

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Communication and stakeholder management skills

Education

Relevant PM qualification

Tools

CRM platforms (Hubspot)

Job description

Cobalt are working with a dynamic residential and commercial property consultancy in London, who are looking to appoint a Project Management Director. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive the company's growth, foster collaboration across departments, and influence their presence in the market.

As Project Management Director, you will provide leadership across the Technical team, while overseeing the successful delivery of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.

Key responsibilities

• Providing strategic oversight across multiple commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Acting as a trusted adviser to senior client stakeholders, building long‑term relationships and influencing strategic property decisions.
• Leading, developing and supporting project managers while strengthening capability across the wider team.
• Advising clients during the early stages of workplace and property strategies to shape successful project delivery.
• Supporting business development initiatives through market insight, commercial awareness and strong client relationships.
• Reviewing fee structures and commercial models to enhance project performance.
• Representing the business externally to strengthen its profile within the market.
• Driving continuous improvement by embedding technology and more efficient ways of working across the Project Management function
• Delivering the Technical team's strategy in line with wider business objectives.
• Leading revenue growth through effective pipeline management and commercial performance.
• Driving improvements to processes, reporting and the adoption of systems, including CRM platforms (Hubspot)
• Building collaboration across teams to deliver the best outcomes for clients and the business.
• Mentoring senior project managers and surveyors, setting high standards for project delivery and technical quality.
• Creating a culture that supports collaboration, professional development and continuous learning.

The skills required

• Experience delivering commercial office fit‑out and refurbishment projects.
• Strong knowledge of Design & Build procurement and traditional procurement routes.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to develop and support a project team.
• Commercial awareness and confidence in building long‑term client relationships.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to balance strategic leadership and project delivery.
• A relevant PM qualification would be highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + commission
• Hybrid working
• Team trip abroad
• Private healthcare
• 6% pension

If you're considering your next move, we'd be pleased to discuss this opportunity in confidence. Apply now, as interviews are expected to commence shortly.

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