Associate Project Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate consultancy in Manchester is seeking an Associate Project Manager. You will manage fit-out, refurbishment, and new-build projects for major clients, ensuring client satisfaction and commercial success. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a relevant degree, and is ideally chartered or working towards it. This role offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 annually and strong career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in consultancy or client-side project management.
• Strong track record of delivering commercial projects.
• Chartered status preferred or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams and chair meetings.
• Monitor programme and budget performance.
• Produce high-quality reports and support junior team members.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in a built environment discipline

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a confident and client-facing Associate Project Manager to join the Manchester office of one of the world's leading real estate consultancies. As an Associate Project Manager, you'll be part of a high-performing team delivering commercial office, workplace, and mixed-use developments across the North West and beyond. This is a great career move for an Associate Project Manager looking to work with major occupiers, investors, and developers on high-profile schemes. Cushman & Wakefield is renowned for its global platform, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering innovative, value-driven solutions for its clients. As an Associate Project Manager, you will play a key role in the continued growth of the Manchester Project & Development Services team.

The Associate Project Manager's role

The Associate Project Manager will manage a variety of fit-out, refurbishment, and new-build projects, often working with commercial landlords, blue-chip occupiers, and public sector clients. From early-stage feasibility and client briefing through to procurement, contract administration, and delivery, you\'ll lead projects with a strong focus on client satisfaction and commercial results.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day duties include managing project teams, chairing meetings, monitoring programme and budget performance, and producing high-quality reports. You\'ll also support junior team members and contribute to business development as the consultancy continues to expand its North West presence.

Qualifications

• Degree in a built environment discipline (e.g. Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Architecture)
• At least 5-7 years' experience in a consultancy or client-side project management role
• Strong track record of delivering commercial office, workplace, or mixed-use projects
• Confident with JCT contract administration and stakeholder engagement
• Excellent communication, leadership, and commercial awareness
• Chartered status (MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB) or working towards preferred
• Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum depending on experience