Project Director

Project Director

Candidate required: Project Director
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Industry: Construction Professionals South
Location: London

The role & about the client:

ITS (Construction Professionals South) are recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 main contractor that specialises in delivering technically complex projects across the Data Centre, Mission Critical, Defence and Infrastructure sectors.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Director to lead the successful delivery of a major new-build data centre project in West London.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced construction leader to take full responsibility for a flagship project, overseeing every aspect of delivery from programme and commercial performance through to client relationships, quality and operational excellence. You'll be joining a business renowned for delivering complex projects to the highest standards whilst investing heavily in its people and long-term career development.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Lead the overall delivery of a major construction project from mobilisation through to completion.
Manage multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring programme, quality, commercial and safety objectives are achieved.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
Drive project performance, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
Oversee design, procurement and construction activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure effective planning, sequencing and coordination of all site operations.
Monitor commercial performance alongside the commercial team, identifying risks and opportunities.
Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reporting to senior management.
Promote best practice across health & safety, quality assurance and operational delivery.
Mentor and develop project teams, creating a collaborative and high-performing culture.
Ensure all project documentation, reporting and governance requirements are maintained throughout delivery. The ideal candidate will have/be:

Proven experience as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager delivering large-scale construction projects.
Tier 1 Main Contractor experience on projects valued in excess of £50 million.
Strong understanding of Design & Build project delivery.
Excellent knowledge of MEP coordination within technically complex buildings.
Good understanding of NEC and JCT forms of contract.
Commercially aware with experience working closely alongside Quantity Surveying teams.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage large multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management and client-facing abilities.
Degree qualified in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Professional membership with CIOB, ICE, RICS or similar is advantageous.
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications. What's on offer:

Competitive salary of £140,000 – £150,000.
Car Allowance.
Competitive Pension Scheme.
Private Healthcare.
Electric Vehicle Scheme.
25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays and Birthday Leave.
Genuine long-term career progression with one of the UK's leading mission-critical contractors.
Opportunity to lead landmark Data Centre projects with an established and growing business. How to apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence.

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all