Associate Director - Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy is seeking an Associate Director in Project Management to lead client-facing construction projects in Birmingham. The role involves managing interdisciplinary teams, fostering client relationships, and contributing to business strategy. Ideal candidates will have extensive project management experience in consultancy or construction, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities are included.

Benefits

Significant career progression opportunities

Supportive culture with flexible working

CPD support and mentoring

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience within consultancy, client-side, or construction.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and high-profile stakeholders.
• Degree qualified with chartership or working towards (RICS, APM, CIOB).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the day-to-day lead on allocated client projects.
• Lead and deliver full lifecycle projects.
• Maintain strong commercial awareness and deliver value for money.
• Support recruitment, resource planning, and team leadership.
• Provide mentoring to team members.

Skills

Project management experience

Strong delivery record

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Associate Director - Project Management

Location: Birmingham

Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £80,000 depending on experience.

The Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director (Project Management) to join a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy. This role is perfect for an experienced project management professional looking to lead client-facing construction projects and make a tangible impact across a growing regional team. As Associate Director, you will act as the trusted advisor and main point of contact for clients, leading projects from inception to completion. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality results across programme, budget, risk, and quality while developing long-term client relationships. You will also take a leading role in growing the regional project management function, including contributing to business strategy, team development, and achieving income and profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

• Client Delivery & Relationship Management
• Project Delivery
• Commercial & Strategic Contribution
• Business Development
• Team Management & Development
• Professional Development & Mentoring

Details by Responsibility

• Client Delivery & Relationship Management: Serve as the day-to-day lead on allocated client projects; Develop a deep understanding of client organisations, their operations, and long-term goals; Foster strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders across various levels; Tailor communications for audiences ranging from executive boards to operational teams; Gather feedback and ensure continuous improvement of client experience.
• Project Delivery: Lead and deliver full lifecycle projects (RIBA Stages 0-7); Manage programme, budget, risk, and quality across multidisciplinary teams; Lead procurement and contract administration, with a focus on NEC contracts; Administer Compensation Events, Early Warning Notices, and maintain key registers; Promote collaboration and transparency in contract management; Embed sustainability, Net Zero, and modern construction methods into delivery.
• Commercial & Strategic Contribution: Maintain strong commercial awareness to deliver value for money and meet budgets; Support bid writing, proposals, and identification of new opportunities; Represent the consultancy in client meetings, forums, and industry events; Collaborate with regional leadership to achieve strategic business objectives; Contribute to cross-selling services and regional growth initiatives.
• Business Development: Support the development and execution of sector-based business development strategies; Build a strong local network of clients and consultants; Lead or contribute to bid writing and tender submissions.
• Team Management & Development: Support recruitment, resource planning, and team leadership; Line manage project management team members, including performance reviews and professional development plans; Collaborate with HR and leadership on staffing and performance matters.
• Professional Development & Mentoring: Provide mentoring to team members pursuing CPD and professional accreditation; Maintain your own accreditation (e.g., RICS, APM, CIOB).

About you

Experience & Background

• Proven project management experience within consultancy, client-side, or construction.
• Strong delivery record within sectors such as Science & Research, Manufacturing, Commercial, or Private Sector.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and high-profile stakeholders.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of project finance, procurement, and NEC contracts.
• Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially savvy, client-focused, and results-driven.
• Degree qualified in a relevant field with chartership or working towards (RICS, APM, CIOB).

Personal Attributes

• Trusted advisor with a solutions-driven mindset.
• Passionate about teamwork and leadership.
• Committed to delivering positive client outcomes and long-term value.

What's in it for you?

• The chance to shape and lead a growing regional team.
• Significant career progression opportunities, including partnership/board-level potential.
• Supportive culture with flexible working, CPD support, and mentoring.
• High-impact role with diverse, high-profile projects.

Aldwych Consulting values and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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