Project Director

Birmingham
4 weeks ago
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AA Euro Group are recruiting a Project Director to join a tier one contractor delivering a variety of pharmaceutical and technology facilities across the UK. Prior experience working within regulated environments is essential for this position.
The Project Director will be instrumental in leading major project bids exceeding £100m and overseeing their delivery. Typically engaged from pre-contract phase, this individual works closely with Estimating and Commercial teams to secure work and deliver it profitably. Once approved by senior leadership, the Project Director will develop the PEP, build the delivery team, and lead execution through to completion, ensuring commercial success and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities
Pre-Construction

Lead the tender process, assembling internal teams and external consultants as required.
Manage preparation and timely submission of competitive tenders.
Develop programmes, method statements, prelims, and submission documents.
Chair tender start-up and strategy meetings.
Define procurement strategy with QS and shortlist key subcontractors.
Identify and mitigate key risks through a preliminary Risk Register.
Coordinate early supply chain engagement and prequalification.
Work alongside Senior QS to produce and track a prelim procurement schedule.
Construction

Host contract start-up meetings and manage PEP preparation.
Receive and distribute letter of intent, confirming key project milestones.
Oversee execution of formal contract documentation.
Ensure delivery aligns with programme, quality, and environmental standards.
Monitor and report on progress against contractual obligations.
Support procurement, vetting major subcontractors and suppliers.
Lead compliance around HSEQS and promote a proactive safety culture.
Troubleshoot delivery challenges, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Post-Construction

Oversee implementation of a responsive aftercare service.
Finalise project data sheets and secure client references.
Manage snagging and ensure timely resolution of defects.
Achieve Certification of Making Good Defects through client liaison.
Maintain strong relationships to support repeat business opportunities.
Protect commercial and contractual interests throughout project close-out.
Candidate Requirements

Proven experience delivering large, multi-disciplinary construction projects.
Expertise in construction methods, BIM, and digital project tools.
Strong understanding of Building Regs, Fire Safety & Health and Safety.
Ability to plan, delegate and manage daily operations across teams.
Commercially savvy, with experience managing CVRs and contract admin.
Skilled in team leadership, supply chain management, and negotiation.
Professional qualifications (e.g., MCIOB, CEng MICE) preferred.
Familiarity with IOSH for Directors, CDM/PSCS, and behavioural safety practices.
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