Project Management Director

Salary/Rate:£75000 - £95000 per annum + commission, pension, healthcare
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:London
County:London
Sector:Construction and Commercial Management
Job ref:JN -032026-85068_1782993485
Post Date:02. 07. 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

Cobalt are working with a dynamic residential and commercial property consultancy in London, who are looking to appoint a Project Management Director. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive the company's growth, foster collaboration across departments, and influence their presence in the market.

As Project Management Director, you will provide leadership across the Technical team, while overseeing the successful delivery of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.

Key responsibilities:

  • Providing strategic oversight across multiple commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
  • Acting as a trusted adviser to senior client stakeholders, building long-term relationships and influencing strategic property decisions.
  • Leading, developing and supporting project managers while strengthening capability across the wider team.
  • Advising clients during the early stages of workplace and property strategies to shape successful project delivery.
  • Supporting business development initiatives through market insight, commercial awareness and strong client relationships.
  • Reviewing fee structures and commercial models to enhance project performance.
  • Representing the business externally to strengthen its profile within the market.
  • Driving continuous improvement by embedding technology and more efficient ways of working across the Project Management function
  • Delivering the Technical team's strategy in line with wider business objectives.
  • Leading revenue growth through effective pipeline management and commercial performance.
  • Driving improvements to processes, reporting and the adoption of systems, including CRM platforms (Hubspot)
  • Building collaboration across teams to deliver the best outcomes for clients and the business.
  • Mentoring senior project managers and surveyors, setting high standards for project delivery and technical quality.
  • Creating a culture that supports collaboration, professional development and continuous learning.

The skills required

  • Experience delivering commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects.
  • Strong knowledge of Design & Build procurement and traditional procurement routes.
  • Strong leadership experience with the ability to develop and support a project team.
  • Commercial awareness and confidence in building long-term client relationships.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to balance strategic leadership and project delivery.
  • A relevant PM qualification would be highly advantageous.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary + commission
  • Hybrid working
  • Team trip abroad
  • Private healthcare
  • 6% pension

If you're considering your next move, we'd be pleased to discuss this opportunity in confidence. Apply now, as interviews are expected to commence shortly.

Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

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