Associate Director - Highways

Pertemps TM; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic transport consultancy is seeking an Associate Director – Highways to lead project delivery and manage client relationships in Birmingham. This strategic leadership role offers an attractive salary and benefits package, including private medical insurance, a cycle to work scheme, and company support events.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Sick pay

No weekend work

Company events

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in transport planning or highways infrastructure required.
• Leadership experience essential with a commercially driven mindset.
• Ability to oversee complex projects and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee high-profile transport and infrastructure projects.
• Shape business strategy and service development.
• Manage and mentor a growing team.

Skills

Transport planning

Leadership

Client relationship management

Education

Relevant engineering or transport background

Tools

DMRB

MfS

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Associate Director – Highways
£70,000 - £80,000
Birmingham

We’re recruiting for a dynamic and forward-thinking transport consultancy as they continue to grow their Birmingham team. They’re now looking for an Associate Director to play a key leadership role - driving project delivery, managing client relationships, and shaping future growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior transport professional ready to step into strategic leadership while staying close to the technical detail.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading and overseeing high-profile transport and infrastructure projects
• Representing the business in key client and stakeholder meetings
• Shaping business strategy and service development
• Managing and mentoring a growing team
• Driving project delivery, budgets, technical standards, and client satisfaction

What you'll need:

• Strong technical background in transport planning or highways infrastructure
• Leadership experience and a commercially driven mindset
• Ability to manage client relationships and oversee complex projects
• Knowledge of DMRB, MfS, and relevant design/standards

What’s on offer:
£70,000-£80,000 base salary

Performance + yearly bonus

Private medical insurance & life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Sick pay & no weekend work

Company events & supportive culture