Project Director - FCDO Europe Region

• Manage regional P&L including purchase order creation, tracking, and contract administration.
• Achieve forecast accuracy within ±2% variance each quarter.
• Manage end-to-end forecasting process aligned with FCDO and account timetables.
• Lead monthly regional financial review calls with all necessary stakeholders.
• Oversee the accrual process and track actuals/invoices using JLL tools.
• Work with local finance teams to ensure complete and timely invoicing.
• Align business processes with FCDO approval workflows.
• Develop and maintain relationships with on-account teams across all 23 European countries.
• Build strong connections with key FCDO stakeholders including global heads and regional contract managers.
• Achieve customer satisfaction scores above 4/5.
• Ensure high standards of execution that meet all FCDO requirements.* **Strong background in principal contracting models and proven experience managing third-party delivery partners.**
• Minimum 10+ years in project management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-country programs across Europe.
• Extensive experience in facilities management and workplace projects.
• Demonstrated P&L responsibility for accounts with minimum value of £10M+.
• Experience working with government or public sector clients, preferably FCDO or similar international organizations.
• Expert knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proficiency in JLL project management tools and reporting systems.
• Advanced financial management skills including forecasting, budgeting, P&L management, and accruals.
• Strong understanding of KPI/CPI metrics and performance management frameworks.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements across multiple European jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and workplace transformation programs.
• Experience with End of Life asset management programs.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing project management resources across multiple locations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills at C-level and senior government official level.
• Exceptional ability to build and maintain relationships across complex organizational structures.
• Experience managing virtual and geographically dispersed teams across 23+ countries.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (additional European languages an advantage).
• Superior presentation and reporting skills for senior stakeholder audiences.
• Strong negotiation and influencing capabilities.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.
• Experience driving initiatives and innovation within client accounts.
• Proven track record of achieving forecast accuracy within ±2% variance.
• Understanding of procurement processes, purchase order management, and contract administration.
• Ability to align business processes with client requirements and approval workflows.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing client needs and organizational requirements.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Client-focused mindset with commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the European region.
• Right to work in the UK/EU as required.
• Valid passport and ability to obtain necessary security clearances for government facilities.

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