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Executive Director – Construction, Development & Real Estate Advisory, EMEA- CK3564754
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Executive Director – Head of Project & Development Services, EMEA - CK3564754
Location: London or Paris
Position: Executive Leadership Appointment
Salary: £450-650K package
A rare opportunity has arisen to lead and shape a major Project & Development Services (PDS) business across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. We are seeking an exceptional, commercially driven executive with the strategic vision, leadership capability and board-level gravitas to lead a substantial international business, drive transformational growth and strengthen its position across key markets. This is not a traditional Project Management leadership role.
The successful individual will lead a multidisciplinary business of 1,000+ professionals, with full P&L responsibility exceeding £100m, working alongside regional and global leadership to deliver ambitious growth, strengthen strategic client relationships and drive operational excellence.
The Opportunity
You will take responsibility for the strategic direction, commercial performance and continued growth of the EMEA PDS business, including:
- Developing and executing the regional business strategy, targeting double-digit annual organic growth.
- Leading and developing large, geographically dispersed teams across multiple countries.
- Driving business development and strengthening relationships with major occupiers, investors, developers and corporate clients.
- Managing regional P&L, capital allocation, investment and operational performance.
- Identifying opportunities for market expansion, acquisitions and service diversification.
- Working collaboratively with country leaders and global stakeholders to deliver regional and international objectives.
- Championing innovation, digital transformation and operational excellence.
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Key Requirements
We are looking for an established senior executive who can demonstrate:
- Significant leadership experience within a global real estate consultancy, Project & Development Services, construction management or development advisory business.
- Proven experience operating at Executive Director, Regional CEO, Managing Director or equivalent level.
- Full P&L responsibility exceeding £100m.
- Experience leading 1,000+ professionals across multiple countries and geographies.
- A demonstrable track record of developing and executing growth strategies and winning significant new business.
- Established relationships with major corporate occupiers, investors, developers and senior industry stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of project management, construction management, development services and the wider real estate lifecycle.
- Experience operating within complex, international matrix organisations.
- Board-level gravitas, with the ability to influence C-suite executives, country leaders and global stakeholders.
- International leadership experience across EMEA, ideally including key European markets.
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What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will combine strategic vision, commercial leadership and operational expertise with the ability to inspire large teams and influence at the highest level. You will be a proven business builder, comfortable navigating complex international organisations, developing senior client relationships and delivering sustainable growth. Above all, we are seeking a leader who can think big, make difficult decisions and deliver results.
The Reward
This is a career-defining opportunity to lead a major international business within one of the world's leading real estate advisory organisations. You will have genuine influence over regional strategy, investment, business performance and future growth, with the opportunity to leave a lasting impact across EMEA. Strictly confidential enquiries are welcomed. Discretion assured.
Caroline Kingsley
M: 07768 381831
E: caroline@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk
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