315 Project Director jobs in the United Kingdom

• Lead the delivery of complex, high-value private residential projects (typically £5m-£15m+)
• Oversee all aspects of project delivery including planning, resourcing, programming and commercial control
• Direct and mentor teams including Project Managers, Site Managers and external consultants
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as a trusted point of contact throughout the build
• Champion quality, detail and craftsmanship at every stage of the project
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to budget
• Support the business in pre-construction planning and tendering where required
• Help nurture and develop emerging talent within the delivery team

• Experienced Project Director, Associate Director or Senior Project Manager with a track record in high-end or super-prime residential delivery
• Highly organised, commercially aware and able to manage complex programmes
• Natural leader with strong people management skills and a collaborative approach
• Obsessed with detail, quality and delivering an exceptional client experience
• Well-versed in working with top-tier design teams, consultants and exacting private clients

• Opportunity to lead landmark private residential projects in Surrey and the Home Counties
• Senior leadership position within a growing, ambitious contractor
• Highly competitive salary package (flexible for the right individual)
• Clear pathway for career progression and growth

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Project Director

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1262

Location: Essex

Start Date: Oct 2025 onwards

Salary: c110k+ (DOE) + competitive benefits package inc travel allowance, healthcare, pension and performance bonus up to 45%.

Company & Project: A successful Main Contractor with a busy project pipeline are currently looking to grow their talented and long-standing team with a Project Director to join their regional business leading a c70m project.

Our client is a well respected employer who have a healthy secured order book for 2025/26, including a number of projects valued at c60m-100m. You will be expected to lead a large team of 20+ across a selection of New Build projects at various stages in the project lifecycle including joining the project at PCSA stage.

The company is recognised for supporting their employees, with both internal promotion/career development, alongside advocating employee ideas and innovations. The business has a market leading benefits package.

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing teams through all project management functions for the project, from planning, design and financial management, through to practical construction delivery of the project.

Previous experience in managing projects 50m+ as No1 PM is essential, along with a strong working knowledge of both pre-construction project management, contract management, H&S, and exceptional client facing skills.

Our client is looking for a candidate with a stable career history working for Top 50 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion and with experience of managing teams of 20+.

Desirable Experience:

• Previously held a Project Director or Senior Project Manager or Contracts Manager position with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Experienced in delivering Construction projects 50m+ within any of the following sectors would be advantageous Commercial, MOD/Defence, Education, Science or Mixed-Use sectors.
• Ideally from a Site Management or Engineering background, including a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc or MCIOB.
• Exceptional client facing and people management skills, experience in leading teams of c20 staff, including solid technical knowledge of planning, design, commercial and construction delivery.
• Previous Roles: Senior Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Construction Manager OR Project Director OR Contracts Manager.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification - NVQ/HNC etc. MCIOB status would be advantageous.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Project Director position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Project Director

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1261

Location: Cambridge

Start Date: Oct 2025 onwards

Salary: c110k-120k+ (DOE) + competitive benefits package inc car or allowance, healthcare, pension and performance bonus.

Company & Project: A profitable Tier 1 Main Contractor with a busy project pipeline are currently looking to grow their talented and long-standing team with a Project Director to join their Cambridgeshire business.

Our client is a well respected employer who have a healthy secured order book for 2025/26, including a number of projects valued at c60m-100m. You will be expected to lead a large team of 20+ across a selection of New Build projects at various stages in the project lifecycle including joining the project at PCSA stage.

The company is recognised for supporting their employees, with both internal promotion/career development, alongside advocating employee ideas and innovations. The business has a market leading benefits package.

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing teams through all project management functions for the project, from planning, design and financial management, through to practical construction delivery of the project.

Previous experience in managing projects 50m+ as No1 PM is essential, along with a strong working knowledge of both pre-construction project management, contract management, H&S, and exceptional client facing skills.

Our client is looking for a candidate with a stable career history working for Top 50 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion and with experience of managing teams of 20+.

Desirable Experience:

• Previously held a Project Director or Senior Project Manager or Contracts Manager position with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Experienced in delivering Construction projects 50m+ within any of the following sectors would be advantageous Commercial, MOD/Defence, Education, Science or Mixed-Use sectors.
• Ideally from a Site Management or Engineering background, including a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc or MCIOB.
• Exceptional client facing and people management skills, experience in leading teams of c20 staff, including solid technical knowledge of planning, design, commercial and construction delivery.
• Previous Roles: Senior Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Construction Manager OR Project Director OR Contracts Manager.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification - NVQ/HNC etc. MCIOB status would be advantageous.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Project Director position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

Are you a Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager based in the Midlands seeking career growth and reward for you hard work and success ?

If you aren't afraid on long hrs and days this is one hell of a career opportunity to grow.

Established region needs a hands on Project Director to deliver projects and manage clients. Great change to step up to Operations Exec over time

• Up to 145,000 Basic Plus Benefits Listed
• Huge opportunity of career growth
• Won't be lost as a NUMBER with this employer
• Highly Profitable Group heading towards 100 Million
• Owners involved day to day - Small SLT
• Role will drive projects from award to final account keeping stakeholders engaged
• Pride themselves on being client focused
• Specialist Sub-Contractor MEP & Fire Protection organization.

Pride themselves on collaboration and going above and beyond for clients to foster long term relationships. This group like to find wins for all parties.

Business clearly like to hire upon personality, drive and energy and they expect the same vision and attitude from new hires.

The company's house position shows the strong cash reserves and the strategic position they hold. In an exclusive spot holding long term frameworks and being engaged front end by clients due to their insights, market knowledge , latest technology & certification.

Based fromBIRMINGHAM in the Midlands satellite office.

Role will involvetravel to meet new clients, manage existing projects and closing off tasks as they arise. Plus the Head Office is based on the South Coast so management meetings are face to face.

As aProject Director you will

• Handling commercial & contract performance
• Letting of contracts
• Meet & Greet - Business Development
• Snagging , handover and successful final account

Business has huge capability yet they still retain a family feel as essentially their best assets are their PEOPLE ! Ultimately anyone can win sub-contracts but making 10% margins isn't so easy. Due to the stage of the business they need characters that can roll the sleeves up, adapt to client change and ensure that program is hit regardless of "GREY AREAS" if you are used to process you may struggle as you will be expected to THINK on your feet here.

You will manage the A-Z so to speak ensuring limited risk on these projects ranging from 100k to 6 Million.

Yes it's a good starting salary but what is IMPORTANT is the this person gives the same attention to a 1.5 Million project as they may of a 10 Million.
Work isn't always seen as iconic but its making a difference to local communities across the Residential, Education & Healthcare sectors.

You will see risk and also issues through skilled management and awareness of your people on site.


Client is looking for someone that fits the following criteria.

• Able to think on your feet & multi task
• Confident and client facing
• Handling P&L & letting sub-contracts
• 5 Years delivering on site minimum
• Communication skills - Do you have the soft as well as hard communication skills to win over and influence
• UK driving license as travel is essential in this role as no day is EVER the same !

If the CV is at the standard we are seeking then the following is on offer

• Basic Salary Stated up to 145,000
• Travel paid
• Annual Bonus & Pay Review
• Competitive Pension
• BUPA Medical & Life cover

If you are keen to learn more then send a word formatted CV

Serious career opportunity for someone seeking to rise the ranks

• Salary up to 150,000 Basic + Benefits
• Hands on client facing role

Project Director - London Region & Home Counties

• Highly Profitable Group
• Hands on role driving's teams and engaging clients
• UK Specialist Sub-Contractor & Multi Disciplinary MEP & Fire Protection organization.

Pride themselves on collaboration and going above and beyond for clients to foster long term relationships. This group like to find wins for all parties.

Group best described as incredibly dynamic and fast paced. The energy when you walk through the Head Office from the receptionist to the bidding team is electric. Business clearly like to hire upon personality, drive and energy and they expect the same vision and attitude from new hires.

This energy and drive has seen the group leap up in turnover and profitability over the last 3 Years.Currently sat at 64 Million with a Goal of 100 Million and this is entirely possible and realistic.

The company's house position shows the strong cash reserves and the strategic position they hold. In an exclusive spot holding long term frameworks and being engaged front end by clients due to their insights, market knowledge , latest technology & certification.

Based from centralLondon in a satellite office you will handle London and the surrounding Home Counties. Role will involvetravel to meet new clients, manage existing projects and closing off tasks as they arise. Plus the Head Office is based on the South Coast so management meetings are face to face.

As aProject Director you will be expected to drive all aspects from

• Meet & Greet - Business Development
• Handling commercial & contract performance
• Letting of contracts
• Ensuring budget, quality and program meet client's needs
• Snagging , handover and successful final account

Business has vast capability yet they still retain a family feel as essentially their best assets are their PEOPLE !

Ultimately anyone can win sub-contracts but making 10% margins isn't so easy.

What sets this business apart is how they manage risk, adapt to change, embrace the client and supply chain. This means doing opposed to delegating as the group runs lean teams and they make QUICK & decisive decisions that can impact project success.

You will manage the A-Z so to speak ensuring limited risk on these projects ranging from 100k to 6 Million.

Yes it's a good starting salary but what is IMPORTANT is the this person gives the same attention to a 3 Million project as they may of a 30 Million. The work isn't always seen as iconic but its making a difference to local communities across the Residential, Education & Healthcare sectors.

You will see risk and also issues through skilled management and awareness of your people on site.

This is not your standard Project Director role as teams are lean, programs are fast and you will be expected to see the wood through the trees when it comes to adding value.

Client is looking for someone that fits the following criteria.

• Able to think on your feet & multi task
• Confident and client facing
• Handling P&L & letting sub-contracts
• 5 Years delivering on site minimum
• Communication skills - Do you have the soft as well as hard communication skills to win over and influence

If the CV is at the standard we are seeking then the following is on offer

• Basic Salary Range of 155,000 Dependent upon experience
• Travel paid
• Accommodation if needed to stay away on work
• Annual Bonus & Pay Review
• Competitive Pension
• BUPA Medical & Life cover

Growing business entering an exciting phase in the Scotland market. Driven owners with clear ambition & energy. Fantastic role for a driven character that looks for a career with financial reward and career progression.

• Edinburgh - Scotland
• Highly Profitable Sub-Contractor
• Hands on role driving's teams and engaging clients

UK Specialist Sub-Contractor & Multi Disciplinary MEP & Fire Protection organization.

Pride themselves on collaboration and going above and beyond for clients to foster long term relationships. This group like to find wins for all parties.

Group best described as incredibly dynamic and fast paced. The energy when you walk through the Head Office from the receptionist to the bidding team is electric. Business clearly like to hire upon personality, drive and energy and they expect the same vision and attitude from new hires.

This energy and drive has seen the group leap up in turnover and profitability over the last 3 Years .

Currently sat at 64 Million with a Goal of 100 Million and this is entirely possible and realistic.

The company's house position shows the strong cash reserves and the strategic position they hold. In an exclusive spot holding long term frameworks and being engaged front end by clients due to their insights, market knowledge , latest technology & certification.

Based fromEdinburgh - Scotland in a satellite office you will handle Scotland involving travel to meet new clients, manage existing projects and closing off tasks as they arise.

As aProject Director you will be expected to drive all aspects from

• Meet & Greet - Business Development
• Handling commercial & contract performance
• Letting of contracts
• Ensuring budget, quality and program meet client's needs
• Snagging , handover and successful final account

Business has vast capability yet they still retain a family feel as essentially their best assets are their PEOPLE ! Ultimately anyone can win sub-contracts but making 10% margins isn't so easy.

What sets this business apart is how they manage risk, adapt to change, embrace the client and supply chain. This means doing opposed to delegating as the group runs lean teams and they make QUICK & decisive decisions that can impact project success.

You will manage the A-Z so to speak ensuring limited risk on these projects ranging from 100k to 6 Million.

Yes it's a good starting salary but what is IMPORTANT is the this person gives the same attention to a 3 Million project as they may of a 30 Million. The work isn't always seen as iconic but its making a difference to local communities across the Residential, Education & Healthcare sectors.

You will see risk and also issues through skilled management and awareness of your people on site.

This is not your standard Project Director role as teams are lean, programs are fast and you will be expected to see the wood through the trees when it comes to adding value.

Do you have the managerial skills, client facing skills and site experience to lead a 50 + number team.

Client is looking for someone that fits the following criteria.

• Able to think on your feet & multi task
• Confident and client facing
• Handling P&L & letting sub-contracts
• 5 Years delivering on site minimum
• Communication skills - Do you have the soft as well as hard communication skills to win over and influence

If the CV is at the standard we are seeking then the following is on offer

• Basic Salary Range of (phone number removed) Dependent upon experience
• Travel paid
• Accommodation if needed to stay away on work
• Annual Bonus & Pay Review
• Competitive Pension
• BUPA Medical & Life cover

If you are keen to learn more then send a word formatted CV across and the team will make contact.

Position: Project Director

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne with hybrid working available

Salary: (Apply online only)k (Neg DOE), car/allowance, bonus and excellent benefits package

Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres,

The Role: Our client is looking to strengthen our Delivery team with a Project Director based near Ashton-under-Lyne working on the United Utilities framework.

You will report directly to the Regional Operations Director, and you will have full accountability for the successful delivery of a high-value, high risk wastewater treatment project involving multi stakeholders, delivered under NEC4. You will drive the integration of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex Wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure. From early-stage design through to commissioning and handover, your leadership will be key to achieving best-in-class outcomes across programme, cost, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance

Project Scope: Provide a new Storm Treatment Facility and large scale Activated Sludge Treatment facility to an existing WwTW, with a total Design and Build value circa 70m-100m.The project will be delivered in a phased approach. The Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) Stage started January 2025, working towards agreeing the process solution and preferred outline design by December 2025 before entering into Engineering & Construction Contract (ECC) targeting site works starting in January 2026.

Responsibilities: Strategic Project Leadership

Provide overall direction and strategic leadership for large-scale Design & Build Water and Wastewater projects, aligning delivery with client and regulatory requirements (e.g., Ofwat, EA, DWI).

Define and execute project delivery strategies, construction methodologies, and governance structures.

Lead integrated design and delivery teams, ensuring collaboration between engineering, construction, commercial, commissioning and environmental functions.

Design Management & Technical Assurance

Oversee early-stage design development, feasibility studies, optioneering, and value engineering.

Ensure robust technical solutions that meet asset performance, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.

Champion the use of digital design tools and ensure design buildability.

Construction Delivery & Programme Control

Drive the execution of construction works through effective planning, contractor coordination, and performance management.

Ensure alignment of construction activities with design intent, project milestones, and safety protocols.

Maintain visibility on critical path activities, commissioning schedules, and final handover to operations teams.

Commercial & Contract Management

Full accountability for budget management and cost control across all project phases.

Administer D&B contracts (typically NEC3/NEC4) and manage risk allocation, change control, and dispute resolution.

Lead commercial negotiations, procurement strategy, and contractor/supplier engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement & Client Interface

Act as the senior representative to clients, framework partners, statutory bodies, and key internal stakeholders.

Build and maintain trusted relationships with Water Companies, Joint Venture partners, and delivery consortia.

Lead stakeholder forums, site tours, community engagement, and client reporting.

Experience:

Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering or a related field.

Extensive experience as a Project Manager and strong experience as a Project Director or equivalent leadership role

Strong understanding of UK water sector frameworks (e.g., AMP7/AMP8), CDM 2015, and regulatory bodies (Ofwat, EA, DWI)

High-level strategic thinking and the ability to deliver complex projects under time, budget, and regulatory pressure.

Leadership of integrated design and construction teams across multidisciplinary project environments.

Deep commercial knowledge including NEC3/NEC4 contracts, alliance models, and risk management.

Strong technical acumen with the ability to challenge and guide design and engineering solutions.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication at board, JV, and operational levels.

Desirable:

CEng, MICE, MIET, or equivalent professional membership.

Experience working within or alongside major water companies.

Familiarity with modern construction technologies, digital twins, and smart infrastructure

Package includes: A competitive salary, bonus, car/car allowance

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)

Contribution Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Insurance

Private Medical Insurance and many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc.

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