Job Title: Project Director Location: London (Barnet & Stratford) Company: Tier 2 Main Contractor Sector: Residential & Student Accommodation Projects: £75M Cut & Carve Student Accommodation A leading Tier 2 Main Contractor specialising in complex residential and mixed-use developments is seeking a Project Director to oversee two major London-based schemes. This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for ensuring the successful delivery of both projects, managing multiple teams, and driving collaboration across design, commercial, and delivery functions. Key Projects: 1. Barnet, London – £75M Cut & Carve Conversion A major redevelopment of a former office building into 260 high-quality residential units. The scheme involves significant cut and carve, structural modifications, and full internal reconfiguration. 2. Stratford, London – New Build Student Accommodation A large-scale student housing development with modern amenities and complex logistics in a dense urban environment. Role Responsibilities: * Provide strategic leadership and full oversight of both projects from pre-construction through to handover. * Lead multi-disciplinary site and office teams across both schemes. * Work closely with design, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure alignment on programme, cost, and quality. * Chair regular client, design, and progress meetings; ensure clear communication across stakeholders. * Manage risk, drive programme performance, and ensure health & safety standards are met at all times. * Maintain a strong relationship with clients, consultants, and local authorities. * Mentor and support Senior Project Managers and wider delivery teams. Key Requirements: * Proven experience delivering complex projects of £50M value, ideally with both cut & carve and new build experience. * Strong background working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 Main Contractors on residential and student accommodation schemes. * Ability to manage multiple live projects and lead large delivery teams. * Strong technical understanding and experience engaging with design and commercial functions. * Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills. * Based in London or within commuting distance. What’s on Offer: * A senior leadership position with responsibility for two major London schemes. * Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking contractor known for tackling complex projects. * Competitive salary and executive package. * Long-term pipeline of diverse, high-value projects