Project Director

Ireland based whilst overseeing a role in the UK

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.

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.

• 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
• 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
• 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

• 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

• Act xcfaprz 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

• 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

• 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