Title:  Project Director

Project Director

We are seeking to recruit an experienced and dynamic Project Director to lead the SPaTS Framework in partnership with National Highways and DfT. This is a pivotal role within Amey, responsible for ensuring the highest performing and expert technical teams are engaged across a wide range of disciplines to deliver innovative and high-quality framework mini competition tender solutions.

The successful candidate will be accountable for successfully securing and delivering a programme of works to meet annual budgetary targets for turnover and margin on behalf of the SPaTS Framework Alliance. Reporting to the Senior Delivery Director, the Project Director will be expected to provide strategic leadership to the Technical, Bidding and Programme teams.

The Project Director will be expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers, as well as foster a collaborative working environment for Framework Alliance partners to work within and succeed together.

This role will require a blend of technical expertise, strong project management skills, and excellent stakeholder management abilities to ensure the successful delivery of services required for this framework.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Integrate safety and customer within everything we do.
• Lead the Framework Management Team (FMT) and oversee the delivery of the SPaTS3 Framework, ensuring services meet required standards and commitments.
• Identify, own and secure key opportunities within the Programme and make resources available to secure work against these.
• Set direction and targets for the Framework and communicate these effectively to all team members and Alliance.
• Collaborate with National Highways, DfT, other framework contractors, and supply chain partners to promote a collaborative and efficient approach.
• Monitor and review performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and the Collaborative Performance Framework (CPF), identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-effective solutions.
• Manage the Framework Quality Implementation Plan (QIP), ensuring alignment with ISO standards and driving continuous improvement.
• Assure that the Framework is being managed ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards; – to the complete satisfaction of the client.
• Lead training and knowledge transfer initiatives for National Highways and supply chain partners.
• Manage the innovation register and support structured innovation and Lean Continuous Improvement (CI) across the Framework.
• Represent the Alliance at quarterly meetings with National Highways and contribute to strategic decision-making.
• Accountable for the performance of the P&L across the Framework.
• Support New Business Development teams and Bid Director with Customer Relationship Management to identify new opportunities and service streams in accordance with Market Strategy Plan.
• Manage a successful bid programme in accordance with Client and Amey governance procedures.

We want to hear from you if you have

• Chartered Programme Management/ Leadership/ Engineer or equivalent professional qualification
• Proven experience working with National Highways or similar public sector clients in managing large-scale infrastructure frameworks or programmes.
• Familiarity with NEC4 contracts and KPI/CPF frameworks.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Deep understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, PAS2080).
• Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Background in working on SPaTS or similar Frameworks across transport, highways, or civil engineering consultancy; with previous sector experience and knowledge of sector standards
• Track record in successful Customer Relationship Management
• Track record in successful bidding in a competitive environment
• Proven experience in managing the integration of a Programme of work
• Commercially astute, with a good working knowledge of contracts
• Experience of working with a variety of subcontractors, or technically diverse teams.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Career Development:

Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life Balance:

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

Wellbeing:

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers

EDI:

At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Social Value:

You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

Plus a range of other great perks and benefits including:

• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. 

Your Career at Amey Consulting

At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.

You’ll be stretched, but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.