Project Director – Europe Based
Reporting to: Managing Director
Location: European-based projects
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Arrangement: International travel / Rotation basis
About Crown
Crown is Ireland’s leading specialist roofing, cladding and façade contractor and a trusted partner to clients across Ireland, the UK and Europe. We deliver complex, high-quality projects across a wide range of sectors, including digital technology, commercial, retail, industrial, residential, pharmaceutical and healthcare.
We are seeking an experienced Project Director to take full responsibility and accountability for the successful delivery of projects within their allocated department. This is a senior leadership role with strategic, commercial and operational responsibility across multiple regions.
The successful candidate will lead and develop departmental and construction teams, contribute to business development activity, support tendering processes and ensure consistent, high-quality project delivery while maintaining exceptional client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Senior Leadership & Management
Act as an effective member of the senior management team, adopting a whole-company approach to decision-making
Attend and contribute to management meetings, presenting clear and accurate departmental reports
Lead and manage departmental teams, ensuring best practice, cost control, revenue generation and profitability
Continuously seek opportunities to add value and improve operational efficiency
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, influencers and decision-makers
Work closely with the Commercial Department to engage with clients at the earliest project stages
Identify, manage and report commercial and contractual risks to the Board in a timely manner
Project Planning
Work with the Project Planner to develop detailed project programmes, identifying critical paths and key milestones
Ensure robust resource planning across all projects, including labour strategies and labour histograms
Develop resourcing and mobilisation strategies for overseas projects, including skilled labour sourcing
Plan project logistics, including accommodation, travel, transport, work permits and local Health & Safety and certification requirements
Visit new project locations, identify suitable local suppliers and gain a thorough understanding of site conditions
Project Execution
Oversee the preparation and implementation of project-specific safety documentation, including risk assessments, method statements and quality assurance plans
Oversee the design process to ensure full compliance with specifications and Bills of Quantities
Safeguard the company’s contractual position through accurate reporting of site events and timely written communication with Main Contractors
Maintain senior-level visibility on sites and ensure strong client engagement throughout project delivery
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards
Person Specification
Construction-related degree or equivalent; Construction Science or Engineering preferred
Minimum 15 years’ experience in a senior management role, ideally within roofing, cladding or building envelope sectors
Strong technical knowledge of roofing, cladding and façade construction methods, including relevant safety standards
Proven track record of successfully delivering medium to large-scale projects
Demonstrable experience in budget management, commercial control and business development
Strong financial and commercial acumen with meticulous attention to detail
Excellent leadership, communication and people-management skills
High IT proficiency including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook; Microsoft Project advantageous
Strong customer focus with the ability to build long-term strategic relationships
Impeccable organisational skills with a collaborative team ethos
Full, current driving licence
Fluent in English
Willing and available to lead projects across Ireland, the UK and Europe, including rotational site commitments where required
Benefits
Competitive executive salary package
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Employee assistance programme
Company events
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Opportunity to work on major mission-critical projects across Europe
Crown is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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