Associate Director Project Management

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Management professional to join one of the UK’s leading construction and property consultancies in a senior leadership capacity across the North West region. This is a key strategic hire within a highly respected and well-established team, delivering major projects across a diverse portfolio including further education, industrial, commercial office space, healthcare, national museums, and high-profile sporting developments. Current schemes span prestigious clients and institutions including leading universities across Manchester and Liverpool, alongside landmark cultural and sporting projects. The successful individual will play a pivotal role in leading and growing a close-knit Project Management team operating across both the North West. This is a management-oriented position, combining project delivery with operational leadership, team development, and business performance responsibilities. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Leading the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects across multiple sectors Managing and mentoring a multidisciplinary Project Management team across the North West Driving team performance, utilisation, and overall operational excellence Taking ownership of regional P&L performance and supporting wider business growth initiatives Building and maintaining strong client relationships across both public and private sector accounts Supporting business development activities and identifying opportunities for continued expansion within the region Collaborating closely with senior leadership to shape the strategic direction of the North West business Overseeing project governance, procurement strategies, and delivery methodologies Acting as a key figure within the regional leadership team, supporting both team growth and client development About You Proven experience in a Senior or Associate Project Manager role within the construction consultancy sector Strong track record of delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Strong understanding of construction procurement and delivery routes Commercially minded with experience contributing towards business performance and profitability Previous team leadership or management experience preferred Professionally qualified (MRICS, MAPM or equivalent preferred) What’s on Offer Opportunity to lead high-profile UK projects across multiple sectors Strong autonomy and client-facing responsibility Clear progression pathway within a growing consultancy Collaborative and supportive working culture Exposure to both public and private sector major developments Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the continued growth of the business Leadership position within an established and highly respected North West team Excellent long-term career development prospects within a market-leading consultancy