Water Infrastructure Project Director | Lead Major Build

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; England; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Project Director to oversee major water infrastructure and earthworks projects. The role involves ensuring project delivery on time and within budget while managing risks and expectations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in large-scale infrastructures and excellent client-facing skills. Benefits include a salary up to £130,000, a car allowance, bonus, and private healthcare.

Benefits

Car allowance £7000

Bonus

Private healthcare

Pension up to 10% match

25 Days Holiday + BH

Qualifications

• Accomplished senior leader with significant experience in delivering large-scale projects.
• Experience managing major projects (£80m-£150m+).
• Excellent understanding of project controls and programme management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Act as primary contact with client's senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain a high-performing project team.

Skills

Leadership of large, multi-disciplinary project teams

Strong client-facing skills

Excellent understanding of NEC contracts

Knowledge of BIM and CDE Applications

Education

Chartered Engineer status (CEng MICE or similar)

Job description

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Project Director to oversee major water infrastructure and earthworks projects. The role involves ensuring project delivery on time and within budget while managing risks and expectations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in large-scale infrastructures and excellent client-facing skills. Benefits include a salary up to £130,000, a car allowance, bonus, and private healthcare.