Senior Construction Project Director for £100m Programs

Kier Group; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Project Director in the Eastern Region to lead major regional construction projects over £100m, shaping design and construction while maximizing team potential to deliver safely and commercially. You will safeguard client satisfaction and uphold the Kier brand across local communities.

The role requires proven delivery of large projects, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder management within education, health, defence and other sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Construction (or working towards professional qualification).
• Proven track record delivering major projects of similar scale.
• Strong management and communication skills with ability to lead diverse teams.
• Solid commercial awareness with knowledge of contract conditions and construction law.
• Emotional intelligence; collaborative leadership that inspires teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety, health and environmental culture across all works, ensuring compliance with regulations and Kier's standards.
• Develop and deliver clear project execution plans with practical performance measures.
• Manage design consultants and trade contractors to meet budget and programme timescales.
• Oversee commercial performance including finances, revenue, costs and cashflow.
• Lead and develop your project team, creating an inclusive workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Emotional intelligence

Education

Degree or HND in Construction

Job description

Kier Group is seeking a Project Director in the Eastern Region to lead major regional construction projects over £100m, shaping design and construction while maximizing team potential to deliver safely and commercially. You will safeguard client satisfaction and uphold the Kier brand across local communities.

The role requires proven delivery of large projects, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder management within education, health, defence and other sectors.