Technical Director - Board-Level Strategy & Growth

Willmott Dixon Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private medical for you and partner

Life assurance

Incentive bonus

Car scheme

Job summary

Willmott Dixon invites a seasoned Technical Director to join the Board and steer long‑term growth through technical excellence, strategic vision, and strong people leadership. You will oversee Design, Digital, Sustainability, Aftercare, Quality and People functions, driving value for clients and stakeholders.

The role demands a senior leader capable of translating strategy into actionable plans, building capability, and guiding cross‑functional teams toward measurable performance and sustainable

Qualifications

• Senior leader with experience in technical, design or construction environments.
• Experience delivering predictable and profitable growth.
• Strong governance, risk management and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to translate business strategy into practical, executable plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the design function to deliver high‑quality, innovative, and commercially viable solutions.
• Drive the adoption and integration of digital technologies across the business.
• Champion the sustainability strategy and measurable environmental improvements.
• Ensure a high‑performing aftercare function that delivers exceptional client support.
• Lead quality governance to reduce risk and defects across projects.
• Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Build and nurture leadership across the organisation and support succession planning.
• Develop relationships with design consultants and professional service partners.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

People development

Change management

Job description

Willmott Dixon invites a seasoned Technical Director to join the Board and steer long‑term growth through technical excellence, strategic vision, and strong people leadership. You will oversee Design, Digital, Sustainability, Aftercare, Quality and People functions, driving value for clients and stakeholders.

The role demands a senior leader capable of translating strategy into actionable plans, building capability, and guiding cross‑functional teams toward measurable performance and sustainable