Project Director – Cambridge
Ridgeway & Co are currently partnering with a number of Tier 1 and rapidly growing main contractors across Cambridge, seeking experienced Project Directors to lead the successful delivery of major, high-profile construction projects across a variety of sectors, including:
* Education (Schools & Colleges)
* Healthcare
* Laboratories & Life Sciences
* Commercial Offices
These opportunities offer competitive salaries of up to £120,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with excellent prospects for career progression within well-established and expanding organisations.
This is a senior leadership position, responsible for overseeing multiple projects or large-scale flagship developments, ensuring strategic delivery, operational excellence, and strong commercial performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership across one or multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion
* Oversee Project Managers and wider delivery teams
* Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
* Drive commercial performance, including cost control and margin improvement
* Lead stakeholder engagement at senior level, including clients and consultants
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety and regulatory requirements
* Report directly to senior executives and contribute to business growth strategies
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Project Director or Senior Project Manager role within the construction industry
* Strong track record of delivering large-scale, complex projects
* Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities
* Highly commercial with strong financial and contractual understanding
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Relevant construction or project management qualifications
If you’re an experienced construction leader looking to take ownership of major projects and drive delivery at a strategic level, we’d be keen to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £120,000 per year
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person