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A leading UK structures and infrastructure specialist is recruiting a Project Director to lead the delivery of complex, high‑value engineering project in Didcot, Oxfordshire.

This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for safety, programme, commercial performance, quality and people.

The Role

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of major construction and engineering projects
• Take full ownership of safety, quality, programme and commercial outcomes
• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across site and project functions
• Provide engineering leadership on buildability, temporary works and construction methodology
• Maintain strong project controls, planning and reporting
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders
• Support tenders and pre‑construction with technical, planning and delivery input
• Represent the business at senior client meetings, interviews and presentations

About You

• Proven experience delivering complex, technically challenging infrastructure projects
• Strong background leading large site and project teams
• Excellent commercial awareness and financial control
• Confident communicator, comfortable operating at senior level
• Calm, decisive leader who performs well under pressure
• Strong understanding of temporary works, safety and engineering best practice
• CSCS card required; professional qualification or membership desirable

Why Apply?

• Work on some of the UK’s most technically complex projects
• Join a successful, employee‑owned business with long‑term stability
• Real influence over project outcomes and business direction
• Strong culture built around Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence

If you’re a Project Director looking to lead challenging projects with real autonomy and impact, this is a standout opportunity.