Construction Director
| Posting date: | 29 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £100,000 to £120,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 October 2025 |
| Location: | B2 4EU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 185059-1121 |
Summary
Lead the Future of Residential Development
A leading UK residential developer is seeking a strategic Construction Director to join its senior leadership team. This is a high-impact role with the chance to shape nationwide projects across build-to-rent, co-living, and student accommodation sectors. Candidates can reside anywhere in the UK, but must be prepared to travel to projects across the country as required.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
• Drive operational excellence and proactive problem-solving across sites.
• Mentor and develop construction teams while fostering strong stakeholder and subcontractor relationships.
• Contribute to strategic planning and team performance initiatives.
About You:
• Experienced hands-on leader in construction delivery, ideally across varied project types.
• Strong commercial mindset and ability to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder.
• Passionate about quality, innovation, and team development.
• (Desirable) Experience in student accommodation or build-to-rent projects.
Certifications & Skills (preferred):
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SMSTS, First Aid, Scaffolding, CSCS Card
Why Join:
• Career development and professional growth opportunities
• Competitive benefits including bonus, pension, and wellbeing programs
• Flexible working, 25+ days leave, company car or allowance, and lifestyle perks
For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Rhian Newman of Thorn Baker on 07969 971412.
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