Masterplan Project Director (Capital Projects)
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Are you ready to lead capital projects that transform spaces, shape visitor experiences, and deliver lasting change in a world-class cultural environment?
About us
The Science Museum's Masterplan is an ambitious programme of capital projects which is transforming our visitors' experiences through beautiful and well-crafted design. From new permanent galleries to enhanced facilities and experiences, you will be part of the step change in Science Museum Group's aspiration to engage with the best design practices to deliver exceptional visitor experiences.
Since 2011, the Masterplan has transformed over 50% of the Museum's galleries and public spaces. Projects such as Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery, Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery, and Medicine: the Welcome galleries provide visitors with world-class galleries and public spaces, improved facilities and thoughtful interpretation interventions. And we still have more to come!
The scale of this ambition is matched across each of the Group's sites, with transformational programmes underway in The National Railway Museum, the National Collections Centre, the Science and Industry Museum and the National Science and Media Museum.
About the role
As Masterplan Project Director, you will work within the groupwide Masterplan team to deliver new galleries and public spaces to transform the visitor experience at the Science Museum. The Masterplan Project Director will be responsible for delivering projects through all RIBA stages, from brief definition through construction to handover, leading teams of internal colleagues and external design, construction and fitout professionals.
You will maintain a complete overview and accountability for all aspects of projects assigned to you and you will work collaboratively to ensure full integration and alignment with the Masterplan vision. You may also have the opportunity to lead or support feasibility work across other SMG sites.
We are currently recruiting for two Masterplan Project Director roles - one on a permanent basis and the other on an 18-month fixed-term contract. The roles can be worked up to 35 hours per week (with a minimum of 28 hours per week), Monday to Friday, and will be based at the Science Museum in London. As part of your application, please let us know which contract type you would prefer (permanent or fixed-term)
About you
We are keen to hear from candidates with client-side leadership of transformational, public-facing construction and design projects to RIBA stages, ideally in museums, heritage or public-sector environments.
Successful candidates will have experience of delivering complex projects that balance ambition with practical delivery, achieving high-quality design outcomes against agreed briefs, budgets and programmes. Commercial acumen, risk awareness and the ability to drive efficiencies are key, alongside an inclusive and collaborative approach to working with designers, professional consultants and internal stakeholders, such as Estates and Conservation colleagues.
You should be a self-starting, strategic thinker who can make informed decisions, see the bigger picture and proactively solve problems. The role carries significant visibility across the business and engagement with senior stakeholders, including trustees and executives, so strong communication and presentation skills are essential. We are looking for individuals who can operate with confidence and independence, escalate issues appropriately, and instil trust through clear, professional communication.
Experience in the cultural or heritage sector would be advantageous, but transferable skills from related fields are equally welcome where they demonstrate the capabilities required. Above all, we are seeking individuals who combine strategic vision with hands-on delivery, a commitment to inclusive and accessible design, and a passion for creating spaces that inspire and engage diverse audiences.
Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.
Applying
View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.
What we offer
Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.
- Meaningful work.
Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.