Associate Director- Project Management
4 days ago
Birmingham
Job Title: Associate Director - Project Management. Location: Birmingham Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £80,000 depending on experience. The Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director (Project Management) to join a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy. This role is perfect for an experienced project management professional looking to lead client-facing construction projects and make a tangible impact across a growing regional team. As Associate Director, you’ll act as the trusted advisor and main point of contact for clients, leading projects from inception to completion. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality results across programme, budget, risk, and quality while developing long-term client relationships. You’ll also take a leading role in growing the regional project management function, including contributing to business strategy, team development, and achieving income and profitability targets. Key Responsibilities: Client Delivery & Relationship Management • Serve as the day-to-day lead on allocated client projects., • Develop a deep understanding of client organisations, their operations, and long-term goals., • Foster strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders across various levels., • Tailor communications for audiences ranging from executive boards to operational teams., • Gather feedback and ensure continuous improvement of client experience. Project Delivery • Lead and deliver full lifecycle projects (RIBA Stages 0–7)., • Manage programme, budget, risk, and quality across multidisciplinary teams., • Lead procurement and contract administration, with a focus on NEC contracts., • Administer Compensation Events, Early Warning Notices, and maintain key registers., • Promote collaboration and transparency in contract management., • Embed sustainability, Net Zero, and modern construction methods into delivery. Commercial & Strategic Contribution • Maintain strong commercial awareness to deliver value for money and meet budgets., • Support bid writing, fee proposals, and identification of new opportunities., • Represent the consultancy in client meetings, forums, and industry events., • Collaborate with regional leadership to achieve strategic business objectives., • Contribute to cross-selling services and regional growth initiatives. Business Development • Support the development and execution of sector-based business development strategies., • Build a strong local network of clients and consultants., • Lead or contribute to bid writing and tender submissions. Team Management & Development • Support recruitment, resource planning, and team leadership., • Line manage project management team members, including performance reviews and professional development plans., • Collaborate with HR and leadership on staffing and performance matters. Professional Development & Mentoring • Provide mentoring to team members pursuing CPD and professional accreditation., • Maintain your own accreditation (e.g., RICS, APM, CIOB). About you: Experience & Background • Proven project management experience within consultancy, client-side, or construction., • Strong delivery record within sectors such as Science & Research, Manufacturing, Commercial, or Private Sector., • Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and high-profile stakeholders. Skills & Competencies • Deep understanding of project finance, procurement, and NEC contracts., • Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills., • Commercially savvy, client-focused, and results-driven., • Degree qualified in a relevant field with chartership or working towards (RICS, APM, CIOB). Personal Attributes • Trusted advisor with a solutions-driven mindset., • Passionate about teamwork and leadership., • Committed to delivering positive client outcomes and long-term value. What's in it for you? • The chance to shape and lead a growing regional team., • Significant career progression opportunities, including partnership/board-level potential., • Supportive culture with flexible working, CPD support, and mentoring., • High-impact role with diverse, high-profile projects.