Board Director – Public Sector & Government Projects
Hertfordshire | Senior Executive Appointment
An exciting opportunity for an established construction professional to join the Board of a growing specialist contractor, taking strategic and operational responsibility for its public-sector and government project portfolio.
The business undertakes complex fit-out, refurbishment and building projects within government estates, public-sector facilities and highly secure environments. This appointment will lead the development and delivery of this specialist division, building on existing relationships while identifying opportunities for sustainable growth.
The Role
Reporting at Board level, you will take overall responsibility for the public-sector and government business, combining strategic leadership, commercial management and operational oversight.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the company's public-sector and government project portfolio.
- Developing and maintaining senior client, consultant and stakeholder relationships.
- Identifying and securing new opportunities across government estates and secure facilities.
- Providing commercial and operational leadership across multiple projects.
- Overseeing programme delivery, financial performance, risk and contractual matters.
- Building, developing and leading project delivery teams.
- Ensuring compliance with stringent security, quality and health and safety requirements.
- Contributing to the wider business strategy and long-term growth of the company as a Board Director.
The Candidate
You will be an established senior construction professional with a strong track record delivering commercial fit-out, refurbishment or construction projects within the public sector.
You will bring:
- Significant experience at Director, Operations Director, Project Director or senior leadership level.
- A proven background in government, public-sector or similarly regulated environments.
- Experience managing complex projects and programmes, with substantial commercial responsibility.
- Strong client-facing and business development capabilities.
- An understanding of government procurement, frameworks and security-sensitive project environments.
- The leadership ability to develop teams, drive performance and contribute at Board level.
Existing security clearance, or the ability to obtain the appropriate level of clearance, will be important.
The Opportunity
This is a Board-level opportunity for an ambitious construction leader looking to take ownership of a specialist business area, influence company strategy and play a key role in its future growth.
A competitive executive package will be offered, reflecting the seniority and experience of the successful candidate.
For a confidential discussion, please submit your CV quoting: Board Director JP1067
