Project Director

Job Title

Project Director

Location

Ireland based whilst overseeing a role in the UK

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established and growing fit-out and refurbishment contractor with an annual turnover of approximately €45 million. The company delivers high-quality commercial, retail, healthcare, education and specialist refurbishment projects across Ireland, with an expanding footprint in the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager / Operations Manager to lead and oversee operations.

Role Overview

The Project Director take full responsibility for the operational delivery of projects across Ireland, with oversight of selected UK projects. This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to senior management, with responsibility for programme, commercial performance, quality, safety and team leadership across multiple projects.The successful candidate will play a central role in driving operational excellence, improving systems and processes, and supporting the strategic growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Project Delivery
  • Oversee the delivery of multiple fit-out and Construction projects simultaneously
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards
  • Provide senior leadership and direction to Contracts Managers, Project Managers and Site Teams
  • Review and manage project programmes, resources and logistics
  • Identify and mitigate project risks and commercial exposures
• Commercial & Financial Management
  • Work closely with the Commercial team to manage project profitability and cash flow
  • Oversee subcontractor procurement, performance and contractual compliance
  • Ensure robust cost control, variation management and final account settlement
  • Contribute to forecasting, budgeting and operational reporting at senior management level
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, mentor and develop operational teams across Ireland and the UK
  • Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Support recruitment, onboarding and performance management of key staff
• Health, Safety & Quality
  • Maintain overall responsibility for Health & Safety performance across projects
  • Ensure full compliance with Irish and UK H&S legislation and company policies
  • Drive consistent quality standards and best practice across all sites
• Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Act as a senior point of contact for key clients, consultants and stakeholders
  • Build and maintain strong long-term client relationships
  • Represent the company professionally in all external engagements
• Strategic & Operational Improvement
  • Support senior management in developing and implementing operational strategy
  • Improve systems, procedures and controls to support scalable growth
  • Assist with tender reviews, buildability input and programme strategy at pre-construction stage

What’s on Offer

• Senior leadership role within a growing and ambitious contractor
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to influence operations and strategy at a high level
• Long-term career progression within the business