Project Director – Major Education Project (£100m)
Location: Near Cardiff, South Wales
Sector: Construction / Education / Public Sector
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Executive-level package + excellent benefits
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Director to take full strategic responsibility for the delivery of a major £100 million education construction project in South Wales.
This role sits at the top of the project leadership structure and will suit a Project Director with a strong background delivering large, complex projects for a Tier 1 main contractor. You will oversee the project from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring successful outcomes across programme, commercial performance, quality, health & safety and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
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Overall leadership and direction of a £100m+ education project
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Full accountability for programme, budget, risk and project governance
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Lead and mentor the senior project team, including Project Managers and Commercial leads
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Act as the primary point of contact for the client, funders and key stakeholders
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Ensure best practice in health & safety, quality assurance and sustainability
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Drive value engineering, cost control and commercial strategy
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Oversee design management, procurement strategy and supply chain performance
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Report progress at board and senior leadership level
Candidate Requirements
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Proven experience as a Project Director or Senior Project Lead on large-scale construction projects (£50m+)
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Strong background working for a Tier 1 or large regional main contractor
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Experience delivering education, public sector or complex building projects
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Excellent commercial awareness and contract management knowledge
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Strong leadership, client-facing and decision-making skills
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Relevant construction qualifications (Degree or equivalent)
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Chartered status (MCIOB, MAPM, MRICS or similar) desirable
What’s On Offer
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Lead a flagship £100m education project in South Wales
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Long-term career opportunity with a major construction contractor
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Competitive executive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package
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High-profile role with significant autonomy and influence
How to Apply
If you are a Project Director with experience delivering major construction projects and are looking for a landmark scheme near Cardiff, apply now to discuss this opportunity in strict confidence