Associate Director - Project Management

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director for their Edinburgh office. The role involves providing key technical and commercial advice, managing client accounts, and leading project teams. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10 years PQE, experience as a Senior Project Manager, and membership in a relevant professional institution. A competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Medical insurance

Pension

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Experience as a Senior Project Manager.
• Proven track record of client acquisition and retention.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and commercial advice to clients.
• Lead the project management team effectively.
• Manage client accounts and generate new business.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Deliver projects successfully and manage design teams.
• Management of tender documents and negotiations.

Skills

Deep understanding of construction consultancy

Client relationship management

Leadership skills

Risk management

Education

Full member of CIOB, APM, RICS

Job description

Associate Director
Edinburgh
70,000 - 75,000

My client is an internationally known multi disciplinary construction consultancy. Due to the team having two members of staff retire, my client is looking to add to their successful Project Management team with the appointment of an Associate Director to their Edinburgh office.

Responsibilities of the Associate Director

• Providing key technical and cost/commercial advice to clients across a variety of sectors
• General line management responsibilities are effectively discharged and the project management team is led effectively
• Managing key client accounts and winning new business through organic growth and referral opportunities including cross selling opportunities
• Full compliance with all policies, legislation, regulations and procedures
• Reporting regularly to key stakeholders including internal teams, appointed technical partners and the client
• To take ownership for the successful delivery of projects; giving leadership and direction to the team, managing design teams, effectively communicating with all parties, identify and manage the risks, planning and progress monitoring, development of appropriate project controls
• Management of tender documents, appraisals and negotiations
• Contribute to the overall and operational management
• Monitoring and controlling changes / variations following approval by the client
• Provide effective line management to Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Graduates

Requirements of the Associate Director

• Minimum of 10 years PQE
• Experience as a Senior Project Manager as a minimum
• Full member of an appropriate professional institution (CIOB, APM, RICS)
• Commercial experience is essential along with a proven track record of winning and retaining new clients
• Pre and Post Contract knowledge
• Track record of delivering or advising on complex construction and development works

On offer for the Associate Director

• A salary of 70,000 - 75,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, medical insurance, pension, 25 days annual leave + Public
• Autonomy within the role when dealing with clients/projects

What happens next?

On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with.