Job Description
Project Director and Project Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor
North West
️ Commercial Construction Project
A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the successful delivery of a major commercial construction scheme in the North West. This is a key leadership position overseeing the full project lifecycle from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring programme, commercial performance, quality, and health & safety objectives are achieved.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record delivering large-scale commercial projects for recognised main contractors, with strong leadership, client-facing, and operational management experience. You will be responsible for managing site teams, driving programme performance, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of a major commercial construction project
* Manage project teams including Construction Managers, Project Managers, and commercial staff
* Oversee programme, quality, budget, and H&S performance
* Maintain and develop strong client and consultant relationships
* Drive project strategy and operational performance
* Ensure compliance with all contractual and statutory obligations
* Report directly into Regional/Operations Directors
Requirements
* Proven experience operating as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager within a Tier 1 contractor
* Strong commercial build experience on projects of significant value
* Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills
* Stable employment history with recognised main contractors
* SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid qualifications preferred
* Ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver projects successfully from inception to completion
* Professional Membership
Package
* Competitive salary & package
* Car allowance / company vehicle
* Bonus scheme
* Pension & healthcare
* Long-term pipeline of prestigious projects across the North West