About the Company A highly established, design-led Design & Build firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial interiors across the Nation. With decades of heritage, a loyal client base, and a robust pipeline of workplace and commercial projects, the business is now seeking a high-profile Project Director with an established network and proven work-winning capability. This strategic hire will strengthen the company's front-end presence and expand its influence across the region.
The Role This is a senior, commercially influential role for an experienced Project Director who already commands credibility in the D&B market. You'll lead front-end pitches, shape proposals, and leverage your network to generate new opportunities. You'll act as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them from initial concept through to delivery, while providing strategic oversight across multiple live projects.
This role suits a PD who thrives on relationship-building, pitching, and revenue generation, and who wants to play a key part in shaping the company's growth across the South East.
Key Responsibilities
Lead high-impact pitches, tender interviews, and proposal presentations, setting the commercial tone and driving win rates.
Use your existing network of clients, consultants, agents, and suppliers to generate new opportunities and expand the company's reach.
Act as the senior client-facing figure from first engagement through to project completion.
Shape front-end strategy, influencing design direction, programme, methodology, and commercial positioning.
Work closely with pre-construction, design, and commercial teams to craft compelling, competitive proposals.
Build and maintain long-term client partnerships, becoming a trusted advisor and key relationship holder.
Provide strategic oversight across multiple projects, ensuring quality, programme, and commercial targets are achieved.
Mentor and develop project teams, ensuring a consistent, polished front-end experience.
Represent the business at industry events, networking functions, and regional forums to elevate brand presence.
Provide board-level insight on pipeline development, market activity, and revenue opportunities across the South East.
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience as a Project Director within the Design & Build or commercial fit-out sector.
Strong, established network across the South East - clients, agents, consultants, and supply chain.
Demonstrable track record of winning work, leading pitches, and influencing client decisions.
Exceptional presentation and communication skills; confident, articulate, and persuasive.
Deep understanding of D&B methodology, CAT A/CAT B fit-out, and commercial interiors.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to shape strategy and drive profitability.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and inspire high performance.
Comfortable managing multiple opportunities and projects across the region.
Strategic thinker with a proactive, relationship-driven mindset.
Relevant construction qualifications; chartership (MCIOB, RICS) advantageous.
What's on Offer
Excellent starting salary and performance-related bonus tied to work-winning success.
Opportunity to join a highly established, design-led D&B firm with a strong regional presence.
High-impact, commercially influential role with direct input into business growth across the South East.
Clear progression to Operations Director or Board-level roles.
Collaborative culture with strong client loyalty and repeat business.
Apply with an up-to-date CV.
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