Project Director
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£53,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1122 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £53,400, and Legendre UK is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 1139 (Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified, Title 'Project director' matches index entry, but description is construction-specific) or SOC 2455 (Construction project managers and related professionals, Construction project management focus, though role is more senior/directorial). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1122 Production managers and directors in construction Most likely code | £37,400 | £42,700 | £48,100 | £53,400 |
1139 Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified Also possible | £52,300 | £59,700 | £67,200 | £74,700 |
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals Also possible | £33,400 | £35,400 | £39,900 | £44,300 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Do you want to make an impact?
We are looking for an experience Project Director to lead the successful delivery of construction projects. You will take overall responsibility for operational, commercial and financial performance, while leading high-performing teams and building strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a construction leader to shape project delivery, drive continuous improvement and make a lasting impact across the business.
Your main duties:
- Lead project delivery from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
- Drive operational and commercial performance, overseeing budgets, costs, margins, forecasts, risks, programmes and contractual requirements.
- Lead and develop project teams, ensuring effective resource planning, mobilisation, collaboration and high performance.
- Manage key relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders, acting as a senior representative of the Company.
- Promote continuous improvement and innovation, challenging existing processes and construction methodologies to improve efficiency, quality, cost and programme.
- Ensure compliance and responsible delivery, maintaining high standards of Health & Safety, governance, CSR and sustainability across projects.
Your skills:
- Senior construction experience with a proven track record delivering projects from mobilisation through to completion, ideally within a main contractor environment.
- Strong commercial and operational expertise
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and build strong client, consultant and subcontractor relationships.
- Strategic and pragmatic approach, with strong decision-making skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What we offer:
- 30 days Annual Leave + Bank Holiday
- Private Medical Insurance
- Profit Shared Schemes
- Personalised Induction Plan (incl. induction day in France)
- Training & Mentoring
- The opportunity to develop and progress in a varied and agile construction business
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Volunteering activities, Group travels and more
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Legendre UK, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Production managers and directors in construction (SOC 1122) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~106k in sample- Middle half £42,380–68,692
- Median £54,808
- Going rate £53,400
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £37,400–48,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Legendre UK holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1122 going rate of £53,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.