Non Executive Director / CFO Advisor - Construction
1 day a week
£1500pd+
This role would likely suit a former CFO or Finance Director from a larger construction organisation who is looking to take on a portfolio-style, strategic and advisory position.
The Business
has seen significant growth over the past few years with revenues surplus of £100m. The company is still owner-led and has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects and maintaining long-standing client Relationships. As the business has scaled, the leadership team recognises the need to strengthen financial oversight and strategic input at board level. The company already has a strong Finance Director who runs the day-to-day
finance function, but they are now looking to bring in a Non-Executive / CFO-level advisor who can provide strategic guidance, strong industry knowledge and help shape the next phase of growth.Our client is a well-established construction business that
The Role
This position will act as a trusted advisor to the board,
providing strategic financial input while supporting and mentoring the existing
finance leadership.
Responsibilities will include:
- Acting as a strategic sounding board to the founders and senior leadership team
- Supporting the development of stronger financial reporting, forecasting and board-level insight
- Advising on growth strategy, financial planning and long-term commercial decisions
- Bringing experience around scaling construction businesses and managing the financial dynamics of project-based delivery
- Supporting discussions around project profitability, margins and working capital management
- Providing oversight and guidance to the Finance Director and broader finance function
The role is expected to involve attendance at board meetings
and regular engagement with the leadership team, but will remain an advisory
non-executive position rather than an operational role.
The Individual
We are looking to speak with experienced finance leaders who bring a strong track record within the construction sector.
The ideal individual will have:
- A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Significant senior finance experience within the construction industry
- Experience within a main contractor environment, with a strong understanding of project-led financial management
- Previously operated as a CFO, Finance Director or equivalent within a sizeable construction business
- First-hand experience of helping businesses scale and grow, ideally within larger or more structured organisations
- The credibility to operate at board level and act as a trusted advisor to an entrepreneurial leadership team
