Project Account Director

Company: CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)

Location: London

Posted: April 11th, 2026

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Company Overview: Turner & Townsend, in conjunction with CBRE, delivers transformative programs from concept to completion. These encompass consultancy, project delivery, and post-project operations. With a global presence in 75 countries and 229 offices, we impact real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors. Our dynamic, client-focused team fosters an inclusive culture, valuing proactive approaches, expertise, integrity, and quality delivery. We work on exciting projects, cultivating long-term partnerships with multinational organizations. Our tailored solutions include strategic planning, portfolio optimization, transaction and program management, design and construction project management, and facilities management, ensuring superior business outcomes across sectors like Finance & Professional Services, Technology, Industrial & Logistics, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Energy & Renewables, Retail & Multi-site, Government & Defence Services, and Data Centres.

Exciting Opportunity: Project Account Director We're seeking an ambitious and results-oriented Project Account Director for our Global Workplace Solutions team in London. This role will focus on one of our most prominent Financial and Professional Services accounts-a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of facilities and corporate real estate management!

What You Will Do:

Drive Growth: Expand our UK base into a profitable EMEA Principal Contracting and MAC business by delivering cutting-edge M&E lifecycle projects and fit-out opportunities.
Strategic Planning: Develop CAPEX plans and budgets tailored for EMEA markets while crafting innovative sourcing strategies that ensure compliance and competitiveness.
Build Your Team: Recruit top talent to support your growth strategy, ensuring strong succession plans are in place.
Revenue Generation: Take charge of generating a robust sales pipeline that brings substantial revenue across EMEA.
Collaborative Leadership: Manage all Project/FM leads, providing expert advice to enhance client compliance during the tender or RFP phases.
Quality Assurance: Work hand-in-hand with procurement teams to engage high-quality trade contractors while utilizing WCS agreements.

Your Responsibilities Include:

On-Time Delivery: Ensure every project is executed within agreed deadlines and financial parameters.
Maximize Profits: Increase margins through negotiation skills-achieve cost reductions and optimal subcontractor agreements.
Performance Tracking: Maintain accurate reporting with a goal of achieving over 85% KPI scores monthly.
ESG Development: Lead initiatives focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance solutions throughout the account portfolio.

Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to lead transformational projects across financial services in EMEA. You'll enjoy access to immense resources while working alongside industry experts dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Are You Ready for This Challenge?

You'll thrive here if you have:

A proven track record in project management within M&E, FM, or construction environments
Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams

Qualifications:

To excel as our Project Account Director, you should possess:

Technical qualifications in construction, mechanical or electrical disciplines
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Recognized qualifications in project management

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.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Project Management
Industries
Construction

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