Project Director – Power Generation (EMEA)
70 Days Old
London, Northwich, or Glasgow, Hybrid Role
Salary: Up to £120,000 DOE, Excellent Benefits/ Bonus
An established and internationally recognised engineering organisation is seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead its Conventional Power Generation operations across the EMEA region. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a high-performing individual with extensive experience in delivering complex EPC/EPCM projects in the power generation sector, particularly in gas, waste-to-energy, or nuclear.
The successful candidate will oversee a portfolio of major infrastructure projects while spearheading business development efforts to drive strategic growth across key markets in the UK, Spain, Germany, and the Middle East. This is a hybrid role, with a preference for candidates based in the UK, supported by regular international travel to project and client sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of large-scale engineering and construction projects across the EMEA power generation sector.
- Manage and mentor a high-performing team of Project Managers and engineers, ensuring alignment with company standards and project objectives.
- Support commercial strategy and business development efforts, including contract negotiation, bid support, and client engagement at senior levels.
- Maintain oversight of programme controls, financial performance, and technical risk across all assigned projects.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful project outcomes while maintaining strong relationships with key clients and partners.
- Drive continuous improvement in project execution, with a focus on innovation, compliance, and quality delivery.
- Demonstrable experience as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager in the engineering and construction sector, focused on power generation
- Strong delivery background in EPC or EPCM environments, particularly on the contractor side
- Proven leadership of major infrastructure projects in gas, CHP, WtE, nuclear, or other conventional generation technologies
- A clear understanding of the UK energy market, along with experience operating across international regions (Spain, Germany, Middle East)
- Skilled at engaging with senior stakeholders, managing risk in high-value contracts, and driving business growth through client relationships
- Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience)
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
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- Location:
- Leeds, England, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £100,000 - £125,000
- Category:
- Management & Operations
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