Project Director - Main Contractor

Posted 09 September 2026
Salary Negotiable
LocationNorthern Ireland
Job type Permanent
Discipline Built Environment , Executive
ReferenceJMPDS090926_1788945720

Job description

Job description

  • Job Reference: JMPDS090926

  • Job Title: Project Director - Main Contractor

  • Salary: Competitive plus package

  • Location: London/Birmingham/Scotland

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Project Director

Are you an experienced and proven leader in the construction industry looking for your next role? Interested in working for a prestigious Main Contractor that deliver world-class projects?

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VANRATH are partnering with a prestigious main contractor known for delivering large-scale, high-quality construction projects across the UK. Join a dynamic team that values innovation, professional growth, and excellence in every project they undertake.

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Salary / Benefits

  • Competitive salary package

  • Car allowance or company vehicle

  • Bonus scheme based on project performance

  • Health and dental insurance

  • Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme

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Client

This well-established main contractor operates within the commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors, managing projects ranging from £10M to over £100M. With a strong presence across London, Scotland, and the Midlands, they boast a collaborative work culture led by experienced senior management. They work with the latest construction technologies and prioritise safety, sustainability, and innovation, making them a leader in their field.
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About you

  • Proven experience managing £20M+ projects within a main contracting environment

  • Strong leadership and team management skills

  • Commercial awareness with a solid understanding of design coordination, procurement, and surveying

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • A relevant construction-related qualification (Degree/HND desirable but not essential)

  • In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety and regulatory requirements

  • IT proficient with Microsoft Office suite

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What you'll do

  • Provide strategic leadership to multiple construction projects across different sites, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards

  • Act as the primary interface for clients, government officials, and project teams

  • Oversee design coordination, site surveys, and feasibility assessments

  • Manage sub-contractors and direct labour to optimise productivity and profitability

  • Monitor project progress, produce detailed reports, and implement remedial actions when necessary

  • Coach and develop staff to promote continuous improvement and skill advancement

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For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Northern Ireland or the wider UK, please apply via the link below or contact James McIntosh for a confidential discussion

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