Job description
Job description
- Job Reference: JMPDS090926
- Job Title: Project Director - Main Contractor
- Salary: Competitive plus package
- Location: London/Birmingham/Scotland
Project Director
Are you an experienced and proven leader in the construction industry looking for your next role? Interested in working for a prestigious Main Contractor that deliver world-class projects?
Salary / Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Car allowance or company vehicle
- Bonus scheme based on project performance
- Health and dental insurance
- Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme
Client
This well-established main contractor operates within the commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors, managing projects ranging from £10M to over £100M. With a strong presence across London, Scotland, and the Midlands, they boast a collaborative work culture led by experienced senior management. They work with the latest construction technologies and prioritise safety, sustainability, and innovation, making them a leader in their field.
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About you
- Proven experience managing £20M+ projects within a main contracting environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Commercial awareness with a solid understanding of design coordination, procurement, and surveying
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A relevant construction-related qualification (Degree/HND desirable but not essential)
- In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety and regulatory requirements
- IT proficient with Microsoft Office suite
What you'll do
- Provide strategic leadership to multiple construction projects across different sites, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards
- Act as the primary interface for clients, government officials, and project teams
- Oversee design coordination, site surveys, and feasibility assessments
- Manage sub-contractors and direct labour to optimise productivity and profitability
- Monitor project progress, produce detailed reports, and implement remedial actions when necessary
- Coach and develop staff to promote continuous improvement and skill advancement
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Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Greater London
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Salary indication
- Between £120,000 and £180,000 Per Month
- Published at
- 11-10-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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