Project Director

About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead the execution of high-impact mechanical construction projects. This senior-level role is ideal for a strategic leader with a strong technical background, financial acumen, and a passion for mentoring teams and building client trust.

You’ll take the reins on large-scale, complex projects—setting the tone for project excellence while driving performance, profitability, and client satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a lasting impact across teams and portfolios, this is your next move.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic direction to project teams from planning through delivery.

• Define project goals, success metrics, timelines, and resource plans.

• Oversee day-to-day execution while resolving high-level challenges and roadblocks.

• Monitor performance and project health using KPIs and dashboards.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile clients.

• Foster trust through transparent communication, responsiveness, and delivery excellence.

• Anticipate client needs, resolve issues proactively, and support long-term partnerships.

• Own project budgets, forecasting, and cost controls.

• Review financial performance and implement strategies to meet or exceed targets.

• Identify potential risks early and develop mitigation plans in line with safety and compliance standards.

• Coach project managers and support their professional development.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Share best practices and lead by example to elevate team capabilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

• 10+ years of progressive project management experience, including 3+ years in a senior or director-level role

• Proven success managing large, complex mechanical construction projects

• Deep knowledge of project management frameworks, tools, and reporting practices

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire cross-functional teams

• Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, and cost control methodologies

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with a client-first mindset

• Experience mentoring and growing high-performing teams

Why It Matters
This is more than a leadership role — it’s a chance to shape the future of mechanical construction delivery for high-profile clients. You’ll be trusted with oversight, empowered to lead, and supported in making a real impact.