Freelance Project Director
Location: Glasgow
Contract: Freelance / Fixed-term
Start: April 2026
Rate: £350 - £400 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Director to lead the delivery of a large-scale retail fit out scheme from pre-construction through to handover. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in complex retail environments.
The Role
You will have overall responsibility for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of the project, ensuring it is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership across all stages of the project lifecycle
Oversee programme, cost control, risk management, and procurement strategy
Lead and coordinate consultants, contractors, and specialist subcontractors
Act as the primary point of contact for the client and key stakeholders
Ensure compliance with H&S, statutory requirements, and client standards
Drive design coordination and manage change control processes
Resolve complex technical, commercial, and programme challenges
Report regularly on progress, risks, and performance
About You
Proven experience as a Project Director or Senior Project Manager on large retail fit out projects
Strong background in fast-paced, live retail or high-value commercial environments
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Confident managing multiple stakeholders at senior level
Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
Able to work autonomously and take full ownership of project outcomes
Relevant construction or project management qualification preferred
Why Join?
High-profile retail scheme with significant scale and complexity
Opportunity to lead a flagship project from start to finish
Competitive freelance rate and collaborative project team
To apply, please submit your CV and availability details to lhulme@skilledcareers.co.uk
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