Projects Director

adi Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Birmingham seeks a Projects Director to oversee all aspects of project delivery from concept to completion. The role requires expertise in HVAC systems and the ability to lead a team of Project Managers while ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Candidates should demonstrate a strong mechanical engineering background and experience in managing large-scale projects within industrial environments.

Benefits

Savings and discounts portal

Healthcare cash plan

24/7 GP helpline

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee referral bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Company-wide Christmas party

Annual employee awards

Long service awards

Free workwear

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering and leading projects within HVAC, steam, heating, and cooling systems.
• Deep understanding of industrial manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record managing multiple large-scale, multidisciplinary projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers.
• Oversee project delivery from design to installation.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tailored solutions.
• Manage budgets and forecasts for project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

HVAC systems

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Job description

adi Climate Systems Projects Director

As a Projects Director, you will oversee all aspects of project delivery from concept to completion, ensuring every installation meets our standards for quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

About The Role

You’ll manage a team of Project Managers and Engineers while also helping shape the strategic direction and commercial growth of the business. With a strong mechanical engineering background, you’ll bring proven experience delivering Steam, Ventilation, Heating, and Cooling systems for industrial and manufacturing clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Managers delivering complex mechanical and climate system projects across industrial and manufacturing sectors.
• Oversee end-to-end project delivery from design through to installation, commissioning, and handover ensuring quality, safety, and profitability targets are achieved.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to develop tailored solutions that meet technical, environmental, and operational requirements.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and build long‑term client relationships.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource planning for the project delivery function.

About you

• Extensive experience delivering and leading projects within HVAC, steam, heating, and cooling systems, from concept through to commissioning.
• Deep understanding of industrial manufacturing environments, with a proven ability to meet the technical and operational demands of complex client sites.
• Proven track record managing multiple large‑scale, multidisciplinary projects concurrently to time, budget, and quality targets.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills, with the ability to inspire and guide high‑performing project managers.
• Committed to delivering engineering excellence and driving sustainable growth through innovation, quality, and client satisfaction.

The Benefits

• The adi Pit Stop – savings and discounts portal with Reward Gateway
• Healthcare cash plan
• 24/7 GP helpline including private electronic prescription service
• Enhanced Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral bonus of £500 for every successful new employee
• Generous holiday allowance
• Celebration days
• Company‑wide Christmas party for employees and partners
• Annual employee awards
• Long service awards
• Free workwear

The company

Find out more about adi – Other organisations may call this role an Engineering Projects Director, HVAC Projects Director, Mechanical Projects Director or Operations Director.

adi Group is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and seeks to ensure that the careers of all employees are determined solely on merit and opportunity and that judgement of employees are free from the effects of bias and prejudice.

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