Assistant Director of Capital Projects
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Our renowned client is currently looking to recruit an Assistant Director of Capital Projects on an initial 6 month contract.
Assistant Director of Capital Projects
London - Hybrid
£800 - £1000 per day inside IR35
We are seeking an Assistant Director of Capital Projects to lead the delivery of a significant portfolio of capital developments across a large and complex estate in London.
This is a key leadership role within the Capital Projects Programme, responsible for overseeing major new build, refurbishment and infrastructure projects from business case through to construction and completion.
You will lead a team of project managers and work closely with senior stakeholders, consultants and contractors to deliver high-quality projects that support world-class teaching, research and student experience.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading delivery of a major capital projects portfolio
Managing and developing a high-performing project team
Overseeing procurement and management of consultants and contractors
Ensuring projects meet time, cost, quality, safety and sustainability targets
Developing business cases and strategic project opportunities
Managing complex stakeholder relationships across the organisation and with external partners About you
Significant experience leading major capital construction projects or programmes
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
Strong expertise in procurement, contract management and cost control
Degree in a construction, engineering or built environment discipline
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICE) This is an opportunity to play a leading role in delivering major transformative projects within one of the UK’s most dynamic estate environments
- Location:
- London
- Salary:
- £800 - £1,000 /day
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Construction