Regional Director - Project Management
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management, BD Manager, General Management
Manchester Leeds (Hybrid)
Executive-Level Package + Bonus + Car Allowance
Thomas Search are partnering with one of the UK's leading independent development, built asset, engineering and sustainability consultancies, to appoint a Regional Director of Project Management for the North. This is a newly created, high-impact leadership role with a clear mandate: to lead, grow and shape the Project Management service line across Manchester and Leeds.
The OpportunityThis is a genuine regional leadership position for a commercially minded, client-facing Project Management Director who wants to build something meaningful. You'll take ownership of the Northern Project Management offering - driving growth, strengthening client relationships, leading teams, and delivering complex, high-profile projects across sectors including industrial, offices, PBSA and build-to-rent. You'll work closely with senior leadership locally and nationally, while maintaining a hands-on presence with key clients.
YourRole & Impact
As Regional Director, you will:
- Lead and grow the Project Management service line across Manchester and Leeds
- Drive new business from both existing and new client relationships
- Deliver end-to-end project management on complex commercial developments
- Develop and execute a regional business plan aligned with national strategy
- Champion best practice, quality assurance and innovation in delivery
- Lead, mentor and grow a high-performing Project Management team
- Act as a senior ambassador for the client in the Northern market
This is a role that balances hands-on delivery, commercial leadership, and strategic influence. You'll be a senior, credible Project Management leader with:
- A relevant degree and MRICS status
- A strong track record in commercial project management delivery
- An existing client base capable of generating new fee income
- Demonstrable experience hitting financial and growth targets
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and develop teams
- Excellent market knowledge across Manchester and Leeds
- Confidence operating at board and investor level
- A pragmatic, commercially astute approach to risk, quality and delivery
If you're ready to take the lead, elevate your career and shape the success of a growing team in the North, we'd love to hear from you.
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