Associate Director – Project Manager

Brandon James Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An international commercial real estate consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director Project Manager in London. This role involves managing complex projects, supporting business development, and building client relationships. Suitable candidates should possess strong project management skills and a proven track record in consultancy. The position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 – £85,000, a hybrid working policy, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental and eyecare support

Generous annual leave with holiday purchase options

Mentoring for professional qualifications

Structured career development

Inclusive, employee-focused working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Project Manager or Associate Director – Project Manager in consultancy.
• Strong track record of managing complex projects across various sectors.
• Experience working with international clients and cross-border projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as lead contact for client projects, building strong relationships.
• Deliver full project management services across sectors and geographies.
• Lead pitches and proposals to support business growth.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Construction, Project Management, or related field

RICS / MRICS or equivalent project management qualification

Job description

An international commercial real estate consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Director Project Manager to join their market-leading Global Occupier Services team in London. This is a key strategic hire, offering the successful Associate Director Project Manager the opportunity to support some of the world’s most recognised occupiers in delivering complex property and workplace projects across the UK and international markets.

As Associate Director Project Manager, you will take responsibility for managing high-value client instructions, delivering tailored project strategies, and contributing to wider business development objectives. This is a client-facing role where relationship building, leadership and commercial awareness are essential.

The Associate Director Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of project delivery – from pitch and instruction through to completion and reporting – working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. You will also support junior team members and contribute to internal improvements, process compliance, and service innovation.

Key Responsibilities of the Associate Director Project Manager:

• Act as lead contact for key client projects, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Deliver full project management services across a range of sectors and geographies
• Lead pitches and proposals, supporting strategic business growth
• Manage project delivery, timelines, risk, budgets, and stakeholder reporting
• Coordinate with internal teams and global offices to provide integrated services
• Mentor and develop junior team members
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, health & safety, and quality standards

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree in Construction, Project Management, or related field (preferred but not essential)
• RICS / MRICS or equivalent project management qualification
• Proven experience in a Project Manager or Associate Director – Project Manager role within a consultancy or client-side environment
• Strong track record of managing complex projects across a range of sectors
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills
• Experience in working with international clients and cross-border projects is desirable

In Return:

• £70,000 – £85,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Hybrid working policy
• Private healthcare, dental and eyecare support
• Generous annual leave with holiday purchase options
• Mentoring for professional qualifications and structured career development
• Inclusive, employee-focused working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate Director – Project Manager to join a globally recognised consultancy with strong growth prospects and high-profile project exposure.

If you are an Associate Director Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Jay Lota at Brandon James.

01628 334 719