Project Director

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Lead delivery of a £20M process plant extension near Newport, South Wales.
2 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Newport, Wales, United Kingdom
Onsite
Role
What you would be doing
project planning
budget control
risk management
stakeholder reporting
team leadership
mep integration

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-profile project with visibility at the highest levels of the business. You will have the autonomy to shape project delivery, drive innovation, and make a tangible impact on a major industrial facility.

As Project Director, you will be responsible for the strategic oversight, planning, and execution of the project, ensuring it is delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, clients, and contractors to drive excellence across all aspects of project delivery. Your expertise in MEP systems (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) will be essential to successfully integrate all technical disciplines and ensure operational readiness.

  • Champion best practices in project management, commercial control, and technical execution.
  • Develop and oversee project plans, budgets, schedules, risk registers, and resource allocation.
  • Maintain strong stakeholder engagement, including regular reporting to the client and executive leadership.
  • Identify and resolve project challenges proactively to minimize delays and cost overruns.
  • Provide overall leadership and direction for the project, ensuring alignment with client expectations and corporate objectives.
  • Ensure strict adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Lead, mentor, and motivate a multi-disciplinary project team, including engineers, contractors, and consultants.
What you bring
project director
mep
leadership
commercial
multi‑million
high‑pressure

If you are a highly motivated, technically proficient, and commercially astute Project Director looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

  • Proven track record as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager delivering complex industrial or process plant projects.
  • Strong MEP background with demonstrable experience integrating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Based near Newport, South Wales, with occasional travel to site and client offices as required.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen, with experience managing multi-million-pound budgets.
  • Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure environments and deliver results without compromising quality or safety.
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