A respected construction consultancy with offices across London and the South East is seeking a Project Director to join their growing team, working across residential and education-led developments. With a strong presence in both Sevenoaks and Central London, the business is expanding its senior team and is now looking for a Project Director who has a proven ability to lead large-scale developments while also growing and mentoring a successful delivery team.
This role is ideally suited to a Project Director who thrives in a client-facing environment and has extensive experience delivering new build and refurbishment projects, particularly in the public and private residential sectors. The consultancy is known for its structured quality management systems, and the incoming Project Director must bring a demonstrable understanding of how to work within ISO-certified frameworks while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
The Project Director's role
As Project Director, you will be responsible for leading a portfolio of projects ranging from 5m to 50m+, typically for local authorities, housing associations and private developers. Projects span mixed-use regeneration schemes, education facilities and high-end residential developments. You will oversee the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and procurement through to handover and post-occupancy.
You will also play a key role in strategic business development, identifying opportunities for organic growth and supporting the leadership team in winning repeat work. There is a particular focus on developing the internal team, and the ideal Project Director will have experience building, mentoring and retaining high-performing teams.
The Project Director
* Degree qualified in construction, surveying, project management or a related field
* Chartered (MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent)
* Proven track record operating at senior level in a construction consultancy
* Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality management systems
* Confident leading complex stakeholder groups and managing project governance
* Experience working across residential, education and/or commercial sectors
In Return?
* 90,000 - 110,000 per annum
* Travel allowance or season ticket loan
* Hybrid working options following probation
* Private healthcare and generous pension scheme
* Structured CPD and support with further accreditation
* Clear route to Director-level equity participation
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