Project Portfolio Director

Project Portfolio Director – Cement (UK & Ireland)

Location:

UK & Ireland (with travel)

Reporting to:
Operations Director – Cement

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Project Portfolio Director to lead the development and delivery of a major capital investment programme across our UK & Ireland cement operations.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping, prioritising and governing a portfolio of large-scale, technically complex projects—from early-stage concept through to execution and commissioning. Working closely with both business stakeholders and CRH Group functions, you will play a critical role in delivering key strategic initiatives that drive operational performance, sustainability and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Project Portfolio Leadership

Define and prioritise the UK & Ireland cement project portfolio aligned to strategic business objectives
Lead the central strategic projects team (including 3 Senior Project Managers)
Ensure robust governance across all phases of the project lifecycle

Concept, Feasibility & Approval

Oversee development of projects from ideation through feasibility and business case approval
Develop technical specifications, scope, budget, delivery strategies and risk mitigation plans
Define contract strategies (EPC, EP+C, etc.) in collaboration with Legal, Procurement and Group functions

Execution Oversight

Provide governance and strategic oversight during delivery, commissioning and handover
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to required quality standards
Manage interfaces with live operational environments and parallel programmes

Stakeholder Management

Engage and influence senior stakeholders across Operations, Technical, Legal, Finance and external partners
Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors, consultants and technical advisors
Establish clear reporting, communication and decision-making frameworks

You will bring a proven track record of delivering major capital projects within the cement industry or similar heavy industrial environments, alongside strong leadership capability and strategic perspective.

Key Experience &

Skills:

Extensive experience delivering complex industrial projects across full lifecycle
Strong technical understanding of cement production processes and associated technologies
Commercial acumen with experience in contract strategy, risk management and project governance
Demonstrable leadership experience (10+ years managing teams and programmes)
Ability to influence at senior and executive level across a matrix organisation
Strong communication skills, able to present complex concepts clearly and concisely

Personal Attributes:

Strategic thinker with strong decision-making capability
Highly organised and results-driven, with a focus on delivery
Comfortable operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Collaborative, credible and able to build trust across functions
Willingness to travel across UK & Ireland and internationally as required

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunities

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