An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Director to join a long-established and highly successful groundworks and civil engineering specialist operating across the West Midlands.

Our client delivers commercial and infrastructure projects up to £50m, covering earthworks, groundworks and RC works. They are a respected contractor with a strong reputation, robust order book and a commitment to quality and safety.

The Role

As Director, you will be responsible for all Groundworks & Civils activities

Key responsibilities include: 

•       Overseeing the logistical requirements of all projects
•       Appointing and delegating work to senior colleagues and teams
•       Meeting regularly with clients, third parties and managers to report on progress
•       Setting targets, objectives and responsibilities for all supervised staff
•       Regularly review timings, budget, labour, risk and project plans to ensure work stays on track
•       Reporting to clients and board members on project progress
•       Supplying financial records in association with the Commercial teams
•       Recommending policy and procedure improvements
•       Monitoring performance against the agreed company standards
•       Ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled
•       Ensuring the delivery of high-quality work within contract timescales
•       Dealing with contract disputes and mitigating the impact of any issues
•       Working in an office and on a construction site.

About You:

We are seeking a proven senior leader with a strong track record in the groundworks and civil engineering sector.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience in groundworks/civils (commercial or operational background)
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire high-performing teams
• A commercial mindset with the ability to influence, win work and grow client accounts
• Sound judgement, excellent communication skills and a hands-on, proactive approach
• Ideally, based in the Midlands with the ability to travel to other parts of the country
• Proven ability to manage client relationships effectively, with substantial experience working alongside Tier 1 / blue chip contractors on high-value projects.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive base salary, with significant flexibility depending on experience
• A substantial and attractive benefits package
• The opportunity to lead and shape a respected specialist contractor
• Full backing from the owners and the autonomy to drive the business forward

Please contact John Ashcroft on 07867450022 for more information (all conversations are strictly confidential)