Head of Principal Projects
Jobb-ID
273007
Annonserad
22-Apr-2026
Servicelinje
PJM Segment
Rolltyp
Heltid
Areas of Interest
Konstruktioner, Teknik/Underhåll, Projektledning
Plats/platser
London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
What is the Principal Delivery model

This is an alternative delivery model in which T&T contracts directly with our clients and downstream vendors. In this model, T&T manages, allocates risk and budget for schedule and quality and facilities, all administrative, procurement, and payment processes for suppliers. 

Directly involved in:

  • Procurement
  • Contractor management
  • Supply chain decisions
Accountable for:
  • Cost
  • schedule
  • outcomes

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Projects to lead our Principal Delivery function and oversee a portfolio of projects from mobilisation through to completion.
You will be responsible for leading project teams, driving commercial performance, ensuring safe and successful delivery, and growing our project pipeline through strong customer relationships.
This is a senior leadership role for someone who can balance strategy, operational delivery, people leadership, and commercial accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Delivery

  • Lead a portfolio of projects to ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery
  • Manage and develop Project Managers and delivery teams.
  • Drive consistent project standards, governance, and best practice.
  • Support major or challenged projects as senior escalation lead.

Commercial Performance
  • Own portfolio P&L, revenue, margin, and cash performance.
  • Approve bids, pricing, and tender submissions.
  • Improve profitability through effective forecasting, cost control, and change management.
Client & Growth
  • Build strong client relationships and act as senior point of contact.
  • Identify new opportunities within existing accounts.
  • Support business development and strategic growth plans.
Supply Chain & Compliance
  • Oversee procurement, subcontractor performance, and delivery partners.
  • Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM, and company governance standards.
  • Promote a strong safety-first culture.

Skills and experience
  • Experience in construction, fit-out, M&E, FM, infrastructure, or capital projects
  • Proven experience leading multiple projects or a project portfolio.
  • Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
  • Track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
  • Excellent stakeholder and client management skills.

 Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner &Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE GWS, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.

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