Construction Director

Construction Director

Apply to the Construction Director role at Go Construct.

About the role: As a construction director you will be responsible for overseeing the whole construction site—including logistics, senior manager team, client liaison and more.

• Oversee the logistical requirements of a project.
• Delegate work to senior colleagues and their teams.
• Meet with clients, third parties and managers to report on progress.
• Set targets, objectives and responsibilities for staff.
• Review timings, budget, labour, risk and project plans to keep work on track.
• Report to clients and board members on progress.
• Supply financial records.
• Recommend policy and procedure improvements.
• Monitor performance against agreed criteria.
• Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled.
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality work within contract timescales.
• Deal with contract disputes and mitigate issues.
• Work in an office and on a construction site.

• Level 7 NVQ in Construction Senior Management or equivalent.
• Foundation degree, HND or undergraduate degree accredited by the CIOB.
• Many years’ experience within the construction industry.
• May need a CSCS card.

• Knowledge of building and construction.
• Strong mathematical ability.
• Time‑management skills.
• Leadership capability.
• Knowledge of engineering science and technology.
• Business management skills.
• Initiative and independence.
• Excellent verbal communication.
• Competence with computer and main software packages.

There are several routes to becoming a construction director, such as:

• University courses (foundation degree, HND, or undergraduate degree accredited by the CIOB).
• Apprenticeships in construction management or design and construction management.
• Work experience as an estimator, building technician, surveyor, or site supervisor.

The expected salary for a construction director varies with experience:

• Newly trained directors can earn from £61,000.
• Experienced directors can earn up to £149,000.

Director

Part‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction