Associate Director - Project Manager

Gold Group; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an Associate Director - Project Manager for their Sevenoaks office. This role involves leading high-profile projects across various sectors, ensuring quality and performance while mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have strong communication abilities and relevant project management experience. The company offers a competitive salary of £70,000 - £95,000, a comprehensive benefits package, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Car / travel allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private pension

Private healthcare

Discretionary bonus

Clear pathway toward Director level

Qualifications

• Proven experience in consultancy or client-side project management.
• Ability to commute to the Sevenoaks office when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects from feasibility to handover.
• Develop governance frameworks for quality control.
• Lead consultant and contractor teams.
• Manage programmes, budgets and cashflows.
• Oversee procurement strategy and tender processes.
• Chair meetings and present updates to stakeholders.
• Support business development and client engagement.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client-focused approach

Commercial awareness

Excellent reporting capability

Job description

Associate Director - Project Manager
Sevenoaks | £70,000 - £95,000 + Package

I am working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy who are seeking an Associate-level Project Manager to join their expanding Sevenoaks office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established, well-respected business with a strong pipeline of private and public sector work and ambitious growth plans. If you're looking for greater responsibility, fast-tracked progression and the opportunity to shape and deliver impactful projects, this could be the ideal move.

The Role

This is a visible, client-facing position with exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile schemes across Central London and the Home Counties. You will lead and deliver projects within the residential, commercial, leisure and industrial sectors, managing programmes end-to-end. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will drive performance, manage risk and ensure successful outcomes through every project stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead multiple projects from feasibility through to handover.
• Develop and implement governance frameworks to ensure quality, reporting accuracy and risk control.
• Lead consultant and contractor teams, setting direction, monitoring performance and driving accountability.
• Prepare programmes, budgets and cashflows, reporting variances and advising on corrective actions.
• Oversee procurement strategy and tender processes, including evaluation and recommendation.
• Chair progress meetings and present project updates to senior stakeholders and steering groups.
• Support business development activities, contributing to bids, proposals and client engagement.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting capability growth across the team.

About You

You will bring strong communication skills and proven experience within a consultancy or client-side project management role. A confident, client-focused approach, commercial awareness and excellent reporting capability are essential, together with the ability to commute to the Sevenoaks office when required.

The Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation offering a varied workload, long-term progression and a competitive package including:

• £70,000 - £95,000 base salary (DOE)
• Car / travel allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private pension
• Private healthcare
• Discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working with a Sevenoaks office base
• High-quality projects and a clear pathway toward Director level

If you're ready to step into Associate-level responsibility or currently feel limited in your scope and progression, I'd welcome a confidential chat.

Contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group on (phone number removed) to learn more.

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