Associate Project Manager

Carriera; Wytham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in the Thames Valley region seeks an Associate Project Manager with 7-12 years of experience. The ideal candidate will manage significant projects independently, mentor junior staff, and foster strong client relationships. A competitive salary of £75,000 - £80,000 is accompanied by a car allowance, private healthcare, and a generous pension scheme. This role offers a clear pathway to Partner level within the firm.

Benefits

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Generous pension scheme

25+ days holiday

Clear progression pathway to Partner level

Qualifications

• 7-12 years’ experience in project management.
• Track record of delivering projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to manage clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery position across major projects.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Run projects independently with support.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

MRICS or MAPM

Job description

Overview

Associate Project Manager - Construction Consultancy, multi-sector projects in the Thames Valley region (Reading/Oxford/Basingstoke). This role offers a lead delivery position across major projects and opportunities to shape the local team, ideal for an experienced Senior Project Manager seeking the next step or an Associate seeking more responsibility and client visibility.

You will work across sectors including education, life sciences, commercial, and light industrial, with a focus on quality delivery, long-term client relationships, and team development.

What’s on offer

• Projects typically ranging from £5m-£100m, in both public and private sectors.
• A variety of new build, refurbishment, and fit-out schemes.
• Responsibility for running projects independently with support from the Director team.
• Opportunity to mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth.

What they’re looking for

• 7-12 years’ experience in a consultancy-side or client-side project management role.
• Track record of delivering projects from inception to completion.
• Strong communication and leadership skills – able to confidently manage clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• MRICS or MAPM would be beneficial, but not essential if you’ve got the right delivery experience.

Package

• £75,000 - £80,000
• Car allowance
• Private healthcare
• Generous pension scheme
• 25+ days holiday
• Clear progression pathway to Partner level

Additional information

You’ll be joining a collaborative, people-focused business with a very healthy pipeline and long-standing regional relationships. If you’re based around Oxford, Reading, Basingstoke or Newbury and want to take the next step in your consultancy career, this is well worth a conversation.

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