Regional Director - Project Management

Regional Director of Project Management - North

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 Opportunity

This 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.

Your Role & 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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