Senior Director Project Management (Real Estate & Construction)

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in real estate consultancy is seeking a Senior Director of Project Management to lead complex development projects across the UK. This key leadership role involves mentoring a high-performing team, driving strategic business development, and ensuring excellence in project delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction project management and a strong professional qualification. Join a forward-thinking firm that champions innovation in the built environment and offers a highly competitive salary along with attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in construction project management.
• Professional qualifications such as MRICS, FRICS, or MCIOB.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of chartered surveyors and project managers.
• Oversee delivery of major commercial and residential projects.
• Drive strategic business development across property sectors.

Skills

construction project management

development consultancy

real estate advisory

stakeholder management

business development

programme management

risk management

sustainability

Education

MRICS

FRICS

MCIOB

Job description

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The Management Recruitment Group (MRG)

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england, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Location: London, Birmingham, Manchester

Package: Highly Competitive Salary + Benefits

A top-tier real estate consultancy is seeking a Senior Director of Project Management to lead the delivery of complex development and construction projects across the UK. With offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and other regional hubs, this firm is known for delivering excellence in the built environment.

This is a key leadership opportunity for a senior professional with deep sector experience in construction project management, development consultancy, and real estate advisory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of chartered surveyors, construction project managers, and cost consultants
• Oversee delivery of major commercial, residential, mixed-use, and public-sector projects
• Drive strategic business development across the property and construction sectors
• Act as a trusted adviser to developers, investors, occupiers, and public bodies
• Ensure robust programme management, risk controls, and quality assurance
• Champion innovation in construction methodology, sustainability, and digital delivery

Candidate Profile:

• Extensive leadership experience in construction project management within consultancy or client-side roles
• Professional qualification such as MRICS, FRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent
• Proven track record in managing capital development, refurbishment, or estate transformation programmes
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, planning processes, and the property development lifecycle
• Excellent stakeholder and client relationship management skills
• Commercially driven, resilient, and collaborative in leadership style

This role is tailored for senior professionals in the real estate and construction industries. Applications from IT project managers will not be considered.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Matthew Evans or Christopher Mackenzie at MRG.