Project Director opportunity based in the West Midlands with a large, construction, main contractor.

Company Overview

The role of Project Director will be based in the west midlands region for an award winning main contractor with a turnover approaching £1 Billion per annum. The undertake a broad range of projects, predominantly Design & Build, for an established client base across sectors including hotels & leisure, commercial, industrial, high rise residential and public sector.

The business is currently enjoying a very successful year and are consequently looking to strengthen their production/operations team with a Project Director with a proven track record of delivering £50+ Million projects for a recognised main contractor.

They have a good reputation as an employer and are recognised for the investment in the careers of their employees;the success of the busines will also mean excellent career prospects for individuals joining the business at this time.

Responsibilities:

• Pre-construction involvement, including attending client interviews, devising plans and programmes etc.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety including risk assessments, method statements, safety inductions etc.
• Manage a project team including Project Managers, Site Managers, Package Managers, Site Engineers and any associated operational staff.
• Work closely with the Commercial Manager to ensure maximum commercial return.
• Liaise closely with the client and any affected third parties.
• Monitor the programme and ensure works are completed in accordance with the programme.
• Coordinate and document all relevant paperwork and chair and attend all project meetings.
• Conform to the company's best practices and work to maintain the excellent reputation of the business.
• Successfully complete the project ensuring a smooth handover and work toward zero defects.

Required experience:

Successful applicants will have a proven track record of undertaking the role of Senior Project Manager or Project Director for a main contractor who undertake construction projects of a similar size and nature. In addition successful applicants should be from a trade background or possess an HNC or degree level qualification in a construction discipline.

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