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Head of projects - principal

London
CBRE
Head of projects
€125,000 - €150,000 a year
Posted: 21 May
Offer description

Overview The Head of Projects will lead our Principal Delivery function and oversee a portfolio of projects from mobilisation through to completion. You will be responsible for leading project teams, driving commercial performance, ensuring safe and successful delivery, and growing our project pipeline through strong customer relationships. This is a senior leadership role for someone who can balance strategy, operational delivery, people leadership, and commercial accountability.

What is the Principal Delivery model This is an alternative delivery model in which T&T contracts directly with our clients and downstream vendors. In this model, T&T manages, allocates risk and budget for schedule and quality and facilities, all administrative, procurement, and payment processes for suppliers.

Directly involved in:

Procurement

Contractor management

Supply chain decisions

Accountable for:

Cost

schedule

outcomes

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Delivery

Lead a portfolio of projects to ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery

Manage and develop Project Managers and delivery teams

Drive consistent project standards, governance, and best practice

Support major or challenged projects as senior escalation lead

Commercial Performance

Own portfolio P&L, revenue, margin, and cash performance

Approve bids, pricing, and tender submissions

Improve profitability through effective forecasting, cost control, and change management

Client & Growth

Build strong client relationships and act as senior point of contact

Identify new opportunities within existing accounts

Support business development and strategic growth plans

Supply Chain & Compliance

Oversee procurement, subcontractor performance, and delivery partners

Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM, and company governance standards

Promote a strong safety-first culture

Skills and Experience

Experience in construction, fit-out, M&E, FM, infrastructure, or capital projects

Proven experience leading multiple projects or a project portfolio

Strong commercial and contractual knowledge

Track record of building and leading high-performing teams

Excellent stakeholder and client management skills

Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE GWS, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.

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