Associate Construction Project Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy firm based in Winchester is seeking an experienced Associate Project Manager to oversee construction projects across various sectors including commercial, education, and healthcare. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the construction consultancy field and a relevant degree. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including hybrid working and support for professional development.

Benefits

33 days leave including bank holidays

6% employer contribution pension

Private medical insurance

Life cover: 3x salary

Mental health support

Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave

Sabbatical after 10 years

Cycle to Work scheme

Chartership funding and structured CPD

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a construction consultancy environment.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM).
• Strong understanding of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead consultancy project management services across various sectors.
• Manage design, procurement, and delivery phases of complex projects.
• Chair client, contractor, and consultant meetings.
• Provide contract administration and ensure compliance.
• Identify and manage project risks, timelines, and financial controls.
• Support the development of junior staff.

Skills

Construction consultancy experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Leadership qualities

MS Project proficiency

Education

Degree in Construction Project Management or related field

Job description

This opportunity is with a well-established, independent consultancy delivering high-quality, sustainable construction and property advice across the South of England. Known for its personable approach, technical excellence, and long-standing relationships with both public and private sector clients, this firm is renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development. With a growing regional footprint and a diverse project portfolio across education, healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors, it offers the ideal platform for an Associate Project Manager ready to take the next step in their career, based in their Winchester office.

Associate Project Manager - Salary & Benefits

Salary £55,000 - £70,000 DOE

• 33 days including bank holidays, plus birthday leave
• Pension 6% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance (role-dependent)
• Life cover: 3x salary
• Hybrid working
• Mental health support, trained first aiders
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave
• Sabbatical after 10 years, Cycle to Work scheme, EV charging, volunteering days
• Chartership funding (e.g. APM, RICS, CIOB, CIOB), structured CPD

Associate Project Manager - Job Overview

As an Associate Project Manager, you'll lead and manage construction projects across the South Coast from inception through to completion. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll deliver high-value, sustainable schemes across key sectors such as commercial, education, residential, and healthcare. You'll oversee the full project lifecycle including design development, procurement, contract administration, stakeholder engagement, and delivery oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead consultancy project management services across various sectors
• Manage design, procurement, and delivery phases of complex projects
• Chair client, contractor, and consultant meetings
• Provide contract administration and maintain compliance across all phases
• Identify and manage project risks, timelines, and financial controls
• Support the development of junior staff and promote best practices

Associate Project Manager - Job Requirements

Significant experience in a construction consultancy environment (ideally 6+ years)

Degree in Construction Project Management, Construction Management, or related field

Chartered or working towards (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM)

Strong understanding of NEC and JCT contracts

Confident managing multiple stakeholders and project timelines

Skilled in MS Project or similar planning tools

Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership qualities

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally as needed

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.