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Construction Director
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent Contract
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Construction Director
Position:
Construction Director
Location:
[Insert location]
Reports To:
Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer
Role Overview
The Construction Director will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to drive the growth and scalability of [Company Name], a construction firm specializing in [insert sectors e.g., residential, commercial, infrastructure]. This role requires a commercially astute leader with strong technical construction expertise and proven experience in expanding business operations, building high-performing teams, and securing profitable projects.
The Construction Director will be instrumental in positioning the company for long-term success by enhancing delivery capabilities, improving operational efficiencies, and strengthening client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth
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Develop and implement a growth strategy to expand market share and revenue in line with the company’s vision and objectives.
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Identify and secure new business opportunities, partnerships, and frameworks.
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Build and maintain strong client, consultant, and subcontractor relationships to drive repeat business and referrals.
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Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to ensure the business remains competitive.
Operational & Project Delivery
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Provide executive oversight for all construction projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.
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Oversee resource planning, project scheduling, procurement, and supply chain management to optimize performance.
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Champion health, safety, and sustainability practices across all projects.
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Establish and enforce robust quality assurance and compliance processes.
Financial Management
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Work with the executive team to set and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets.
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Drive cost efficiency and value engineering across the business.
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Ensure projects meet or exceed profitability targets.
Team Leadership & Development
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Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing construction management team.
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Recruit, develop, and mentor talent to strengthen the company’s leadership pipeline.
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Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Key Requirements
Qualifications
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Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (postgraduate/MBA desirable).
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Chartered membership (RICS, CIOB, ICE, or equivalent) is preferred.
Experience
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Proven track record in a senior leadership role within the construction industry.
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Demonstrated success in growing a construction business or business unit.
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Strong experience across multiple sectors (residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or fit-out).
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Evidence of winning and delivering large-scale, complex projects.
Skills & Attributes
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Strategic thinker with commercial acumen.
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Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
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Ability to build relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
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Strong financial management and contract knowledge (JCT, NEC, or equivalent).
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Results-driven, entrepreneurial, and adaptable.
KPIs & Success Measures
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Growth in annual revenue and profitability.
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Expansion of client base and repeat business.
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Successful delivery of projects (safety, time, cost, and quality).
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Improvement in operational efficiency and margin.
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