Strategic Project Director (f/m/d)

think project! GmbH; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction software firm is seeking a Strategic Project Director in Reading. The role involves coordinating the implementation of their business solution and leading project teams. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in project management, strong technical knowledge, and expertise in the construction industry. The position offers a hybrid working model and numerous employee development opportunities.

Benefits

Lunch 'n' Learn Sessions

Women's Network

LGBTQIA+ Network

Free English Lessons

Thinkproject Academy

Volunteering Activities

Social Events

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of Project Management experience, with at least 5 years as Project Manager/Lead.
• In-depth understanding of industry software solutions.
• Strong knowledge of construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of the Thinkproject business solution.
• Define scalable solution architectures.
• Lead the technical design of complex implementations.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Completed education at HBO or WO level

Job description

Strategic Project Director (f/m/d)

• Reading (GB)
• Other

• Fulltime
• Published: 2025-11-04

Introducing Thinkproject Platform
Pioneering a new era and offering a cohesive alternative to the fragmented landscape of construction software, Thinkproject seamlessly integrates the most extensive portfolio of mature solutions with an innovative platform, providing unparalleled features, integrations, user experiences, and synergies.
By combining information management expertise and in-depth knowledge of the building, infrastructure, and energy industries, Thinkproject empowers customers to efficiently deliver, operate, regenerate, and dispose of their built assets across their entire lifecycle through a Connected Data Ecosystem.

What your day will look like

The Strategic Project Director (m/f/d) coordinates the implementation of the Thinkproject business solution and/or coordinates the managed operations of the Thinkproject business solution. Ensures that strategic initiatives are effectively executed, measurably successful, and organizationally transformative - bridging the gap between high-level strategy and day-to-day operations.

• Solution Design – Define scalable solution architectures that align customer requirements with Thinkproject’s product capabilities and best practices.
• Technical Leadership – Lead the technical design of complex implementations, ensuring alignment across business, functional, and system layers.
• Discovery & Analysis – Conduct workshops and requirements sessions with customers to capture business needs and translate them into functional specifications.
• Integration Expertise – Design and validate system integrations, data flows, and API configurations across Thinkproject and external systems.
• Collaboration – Work closely with Project Managers, Consultants, and Product teams to ensure seamless solution delivery.
• Governance – Maintain adherence to Thinkproject’s architecture principles, security standards, and delivery frameworks.
• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the Services/Delivery organisation by introducing best practices, templates, and automation.
• Customer Advisory – Act as a trusted advisor to customers, providing strategic and technical guidance during implementation and beyond.
• Quality Assurance – Oversee solution validation, testing, and sign-off to ensure deliverables meet performance, scalability, and quality expectations.
• Documentation – Produce clear, structured solution documentation for internal and customer use.

What you need to fulfill the role

• Education: Completed education at HBO or WO level (or equivalent).
• Construction Industry is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel is required.
• 5-10 years of Project Management experience, out of which at least 5 years as Project Manager/Lead having managed and led projects and teams individually.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of industry software solutions, best practices, and service delivery standards, as well as familiarity with the TP portfolio is a plus.
• Functional Expertise: Project Manager certificate, one of the following certificates PRINCE2 Practitioner Certificate, PMI Certificate or SCRUM Master are a plus.
• Industry Expertise: Strong knowledge of the construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors, specifically in relation to the asset management lifecycle. Experience with software implementation projects.
• Stakeholder Management: Experience navigating complex, politically sensitive environments, with the ability to manage various stakeholders effectively.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Team Collaboration: A team player with strong leadership abilities, able to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams toward achieving shared goals.

What we offer

• Lunch 'n' Learn Sessions
• Women's Network
• LGBTQIA+ Network
• Coffee Chat Roulette
• Free English Lessons
• Thinkproject Academy
• Social Events
• Volunteering Activities
• Open Forum with Leadership Team (Tp Café)
• Hybrid working
• Unlimited learning

Your contact:

Viviana Baltag

Please submit your application, including salary expectations and potential date of entry, by submitting the form on the next page.

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