Vacancy Summary
Job Title: Director – Project ManagementJob Type: PermanentJob Ref: #1416Location: Cambridge (Projects in Norfolk & Cambridgeshire + Flexible working)Start Date: ASAPSalary: c£90k-£110k (DOE) plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, health etc.Company & Project: A profitable and successful consultancy are looking for a client focused Director level Project Manager to join their team working on a flagship project in the Healthcare sector, valued in excess of £100m.The position involves working on a large Healthcare scheme in East Anglia, leading a small team of Project Managers and with a proven track record in managing senior stakeholder interfaces, reporting and governance.Our client has a busy project pipeline for the remainder of 2026 and 2027. They are recruiting for a Director level Project Manager due to growth of their regional business and the progression of a key project with a major client in East Anglia.
Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate all project activities, ensuring the team adheres to established governance protocols and maintains seamless communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Act as the primary interface for clients and consultants, proactively anticipating their needs to consistently deliver high-value outcomes across all regions.
- Enforce rigorous standards in Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, and Risk Management to ensure projects meet all regulatory and safety benchmarks.
- Establish clear parameters for project success, specifically defining the time, cost, technical specifications, and performance KPIs from the outset.
- Develop comprehensive, detailed project plans and establish the specific governance systems and processes required to execute the work efficiently.
- Identify necessary project resources and provide expert advice on procurement strategies to ensure the project is adequately staffed and supplied.
- Lead and motivate diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, facilitating collaboration and using performance management techniques to keep productivity high.
- Monitor project finances and manage the formal change control process to mitigate scope creep and protect the project’s commercial viability.
- Manage the transparent flow of data between the internal team and the client through regular briefings, formal progress reports, and structured meetings.
Desirable Experience
- Minimum 10 years+ experience as a Project Manager for a Consultancy or End-client.
- Excellent client facing skills with a track record of stakeholder management.
- Contract administration using NEC and JCT would be highly advantageous.
- Degree or MSc qualified in a construction related discipline.
- MAPM or MRICS or MCIOB is desirable, but not essential.
- Previous Roles: Associate Project Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Principal Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Director of Project Management OR Project Director.
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree or MSc qualified in a construction related discipline or comparable qualification.
- MAPM or MRICS or MCIOB or another comparable professional membership would be advantageous.
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