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Project Management Director – Major Projects

Any Ramboll UK&I office

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Management Director – Major Projects to lead the successful delivery of complex, high-value infrastructure schemes across the UK (and occasionally internationally). This role is ideally suited to a senior construction or engineering professional with a strong background in regulated or nationally significant infrastructure projects, and Development Consent Order (DCO) experience being an advantage.

You will be accountable for the leadership of large, multidisciplinary project teams and the end-to-end delivery of major capital and design-led projects, from early concept and consenting through detailed design, construction and handover. You will also play a key role in client engagement, governance, and business development, contributing to the continued growth of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver major, complex infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
Provide overall accountability for project performance, including safety, programme, cost, quality, risk and change control
Act as the client’s senior representative, managing relationships with clients, regulators, statutory bodies and key stakeholders
Lead and coordinate large multi-disciplinary teams, including internal resources, consultants, contractors and supply chain partners
Plan and manage design stages, ensuring the production and delivery of high-quality, safe and compliant design solutions
Oversee procurement strategies and contract management (e.g. NEC, ICE, FIDIC, Design & Build)
Champion health, safety, environmental, sustainability and customer outcomes, embedding best practice across projects
Prepare and present governance reports, monthly progress updates and financial forecasts to senior leadership and clients
Undertake project and programme reviews to drive continuous improvement and lessons learned
Support and lead business development activities, including client engagement, bid leadership and preparation of winning proposals
Contribute to the professional development of the wider team and the strategic growth of the business

Sectors & Project Types

Experience in one or more of the following sectors is highly desirable:

Water & Wastewater Engineering
Civil Engineering / Energy Infrastructure
Highways & Transportation
Aviation
Rail

Skills, Experience & Attributes

Proven track record delivering large-scale, complex construction and/or design-led infrastructure projects
Understanding of DCO processes and/or consented infrastructure environments would be an advantage.
Extensive experience in project, financial, programme and resource management, including multi-million-pound budgets or fees
Experience managing and directing large project teams (often 100+ people), both insourced and outsourced
Strong project controls capability, with confidence using data and analysis to drive decision-making
Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels in both matrix and non-matrix environments
Highly collaborative, curious and confident leader, capable of driving change and continuous improvement
Demonstrable experience delivering to demanding schedules, targets and quality standards
Business development capability, including leading bids and writing winning proposals

Qualifications

Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline
Chartered Engineer or equivalent (e.g. ICE, APM, CIOB, RICS, PMP)
Member of a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE)
Health & Safety qualification (e.g. SMSTS, NEBOSH) desirable

What we can offer you

Commitment to your development
Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
Flexible work environment
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Matched pension contributions
Private medical cover and life assurance

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application and CV online. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Deadline: 31/01/2026

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we help shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

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Project Management Director - Major Projects (any Ramboll UK&I office)

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