Position title
Non-Executive Director — Building and Construction Sector
Description

Location: UK (hybrid — board meetings in person)
Type: Non-Executive appointment | Part-time
Remuneration: Competitive fee, commensurate with experience and time commitment
Recruiter: NED Capital

About the Role
We are retained by an established business in the building and construction sector seeking to appoint an experienced Non-Executive Director to strengthen its board. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned leader to bring independent oversight, strategic challenge and sector insight to a growing organisation at an important stage in its development.

The successful candidate will provide constructive challenge to the executive team, contribute to strategy and governance, and help guide the business through its next phase of growth. This is a genuine board appointment for someone who understands the commercial, regulatory and operational realities of the built environment.
Key Responsibilities

Provide independent oversight and constructive challenge to the executive team
Contribute to the development and scrutiny of business strategy
Support strong governance, risk management and financial oversight at board level
Bring sector knowledge and an external perspective to board discussions
Act in the best interests of the company and its stakeholders, in line with directors' duties under the Companies Act 2006

Responsibilities

Candidate Profile

Senior leadership experience within the building, construction, or wider built-environment sector (e.g. contracting, housebuilding, building control, surveying, property development or a related discipline)

A strong grasp of the sector's commercial and regulatory environment
Previous board-level or non-executive experience is advantageous, though we welcome first-time NEDs with the right background and board-readiness
Sound judgement, independence of mind, and the ability to challenge constructively
An understanding of governance and the distinction between oversight and management

Contacts

About NED Capital
NED Capital is a specialist board and non-executive recruitment practice, led personally by Adrian Lawrence FCA. Every search is confidential and tailored to the specific needs of the appointing board.

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Employment Type
Part-time
Beginning of employment
1st August 2026
Duration of employment
Perm
Industry
Construction
Job Location
Remote work from: United Kingdom
Working Hours
9-5
Date posted
July 5, 2026
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