Project Director – Buckinghamshire
£100,000–£150,000 + Executive Package
Leading Main Contractor – Data Centres & Industrial Projects
A leading UK main contractor is seeking an exceptional Project Director to oversee major data centre and industrial projects across the Buckinghamshire region. This is a senior leadership position suited to someone with a proven ability to drive large-scale, mission-critical schemes from pre-construction through to delivery and handover.
The Role:
As Project Director, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of complex projects valued between £50m–£150m. You will provide strategic leadership to project teams, ensure adherence to programme, quality and budget, and act as the key client interface throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the delivery of large-scale data centre and industrial projects (50m–150m).
* Oversee construction strategy, sequencing, and project governance.
* Manage and mentor project teams, ensuring high performance and compliance.
* Drive excellence in safety, quality, programme management and commercial performance.
* Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
* Ensure the project adheres to all contractual, technical and regulatory requirements.
* Provide accurate progress reporting to the executive leadership team.
* Support pre-construction, bid development and project planning activities.
About You:
* Demonstrated track record delivering major construction projects £50m–£150m.
* Experience within data centres, industrial, advanced manufacturing or mission-critical environments.
* Strong commercial and contractual understanding.
* Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary project teams.
* Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
* A strategic, delivery-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Package:
* £100,000–£150,000 salary (DOE)
* Car/allowance
* Bonus
* Pension & healthcare
* Additional executive benefits