Associate Project Manager

Lord Search & Selection; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Associate Project Manager for Defence Infrastructure in Leeds. This senior role involves managing high-impact projects, mentoring talent, and ensuring quality delivery. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in project management, strong client engagement skills, and NEC contract knowledge. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, with approx. 50% time spent on-site or in the office.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience, ideally within Defence, Rail, Highways, or Utilities sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple infrastructure projects.
• Manage project teams and coordinate internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee commercial, programme, quality, and risk management.

Skills

Project management experience

Client management skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Communication skills

Education

Degree in construction, engineering, or project management

Chartered status with APM, RICS, ICE

Job description

Job Title: Associate Project Manager - Defence Infrastructure
Location: Leeds - Hybrid Working
Security Clearance Required: Sole UK Nationals Only

Lead the Delivery of High-Impact Defence Projects
A prestigious global consultancy is looking for an experienced Associate Project Manager to join its growing Defence Infrastructure team in Leeds. This is a senior opportunity to take a leading role in delivering critical infrastructure projects, managing high-value programmes, and mentoring emerging talent within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

You'll be instrumental in delivering defence and secure government infrastructure projects across the North of England. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and client success, this organisation offers long-term career development within a high-performing, inclusive culture.

The Role
As an Associate Project Manager, you'll oversee the successful delivery of complex construction and infrastructure programmes. You will act as the key client interface, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. You'll also contribute to strategic business development, team leadership, and technical excellence across the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple infrastructure projects, typically valued between 5m- 20m+

• Manage project teams and coordinate internal and external stakeholders

• Provide expert contract administration, particularly under NEC (preferred), JCT, or FIDIC contracts

• Oversee commercial, programme, quality, and risk management

• Support strategic growth of the Defence sector offering, including client engagement and bid development

• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a high-performance project management culture

• Ensure health & safety best practices and CDM compliance are embedded throughout project delivery

About You

• 7+ years of project management experience, ideally within Defence, Rail, Highways, or Utilities sectors

• Proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects

• Excellent client management, communication, and leadership skills

• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC accreditation desirable)

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., construction, engineering, project management)

• Chartered status with APM, RICS, ICE, or similar (or working towards)

• Commercially aware, strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset

Security Clearance Requirement
Due to the secure nature of these projects, all applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and eligible to obtain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC).

Working Arrangements
This is a hybrid role, with approximately 50% of time spent on client sites or in the Leeds office. Flexible arrangements will reflect client and business needs. In-person collaboration is encouraged to support project delivery and team development.

Apply Now
If you're ready to step into a leadership role within one of the UK's top infrastructure consultancies, contact Charlie Voss at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) to find out more and apply.