AssociateDirector Project Manager

Ingleton Wood; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Associate or Director Project Manager to lead defence-related projects. This full-time hybrid role requires expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. The successful candidate will manage the design process, support business development, and run projects valued up to £10m. Candidates must have a degree in a relevant field and strong understanding of UK regulations. Competitive benefits and opportunities for flexible work arrangements are provided.

Benefits

Flexible and remote working opportunities

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Professional development coaching

Competitive salaries with regular reviews

Company Pension Scheme

Family support policies

Team-building and social events

Cycle-to-work Scheme

On-site parking facilities

Health & Mental Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction or architectural projects independently.
• Strong understanding of the UK Building Regulations and NBS specification system.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process using commercial contractual programme/time awareness.
• Support business development and manage existing clients.
• Motivate and develop the design team.
• Provide direction and feedback on team objectives.
• Run projects from inception to completion, ranging in value from £300k to £10m.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Team Management

Understanding of UK Building Regulations

Education

Degree in a built environment or construction-related subject

Project Management qualification (AMP, PRINCE2, RICS Cert) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

About Us

Ingleton Wood is a value‑led, people‑focused practice providing clients with inspirational and practical design solutions; we exist to improve the communities in which we all live and work.

Established in 1935, we are a dynamic multi‑disciplinary property and construction consultancy offering a wide range of services across many industry sectors including commercial, education, defence, residential and more. We develop long‑term relationships with clients, adding value at every stage of development, and are one of a few medium‑sized consultancies to offer integrated design and technical expertise.

With a nationwide presence and offices across the UK, we plan to open further sites in the future to enhance our national service.

Life at Ingleton Wood

Our office is busy but fun – we work hard and we play hard. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork, both professionally and socially. We bring people together to improve the quality and sustainability of the built environment through our expert knowledge in delivering local solutions for global issues, underpinned by our shared vision of solving global challenges one building at a time and supported through our values: progressive, collaborative, supportive, and ownership‑driven.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunities for flexible and remote working – we understand a healthy work‑life balance helps us all.
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays with long‑service recognition and festive shutdown.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment, including in‑house coaching and mentoring.
• Competitive salaries with regular review and benchmarking to ensure fair pay; we are a living‑wage employer.
• Competitive Company Pension Scheme.
• Professional membership support.
• Family policies.
• Great office team‑building events and fully expensed seasonal social events.
• Cycle‑to‑work Scheme.
• On‑site parking facilities (excluding London office).
• Season Ticket Loan (if applicable).
• Early Finish incentives when the Practice targets are hit.
• Additional leave allocated for volunteering (up to 2 days).
• Health & Mental Wellness Programs.
• Employee Referral Scheme.

Role Overview

This is a full‑time hybrid role for a Senior Associate or Director Project Manager at Ingleton Wood. The cost centre will be Nottingham, but the candidate will work across the practice where required. We offer flexible remote work as the defence sector at Ingleton Wood is UK National coverage.

The position will lead defence‑related projects, liaising with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The role also involves strategic planning, business development, and team management with national coverage.

Applicants must have experience in defence‑sector design/project management, strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, with knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards in the defence industry.

Strong leadership, communication, decision‑making, and cross‑functional team management skills are essential. Proficiency in project management tools and software related to Engineering Architecture or Defence Management is a plus.

The candidate will be a forward planner and motivator, managing large teams across the practice to produce coordinated design packages. They must present ideas effectively, evaluate others’ ideas, and possess in‑depth knowledge of all aspects of a construction project, acting as an efficient document manager.

Key tasks include accumulating and producing design submissions, such as design narratives, technical design submittals, RFIs, Change Control, and financial tracking/scheduling.

The role will be the focal point for multiple design deliveries, requiring strong people skills and client‑facing capability. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining and securing additional projects, managing existing clients, and generating new opportunities.

The role enables close collaboration with Defence Directors and Partners of Practice to shape the future of our defence strategy and contribute to the wider succession plan.

Successful applicants must hold or be able to obtain active UK SC Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the design process using commercial contractual programme/time awareness and technical expertise.
• Support business development of new clients and manage existing ones.
• Motivate and develop the design team, promoting exemplar behaviour and a security culture.
• Advise clients on requirements and obligations in the development of building designs.
• Encourage design consultants to deliver high‑quality work cost‑effectively.
• Support the defence leadership team in business development and the overall secure infrastructure growth strategy.
• Provide direction and feedback on team and individual objectives.
• Ensure the design process recognises current legislation, standards, and codes of practice where appropriate.
• Maintain design information quality and keep pace with project timescales.
• Eliminate health and safety risks in design and financial risks during construction.
• Run projects from inception to completion ranging in value from £300k to £10m.
• Improve team profitability by managing time and resources and ensuring accurate fee invoicing.
• Meet annual and monthly fee targets as directed by the Office Partner.
• Liaise with internal and external consultants to ensure fully integrated production documentation.
• Liaise with subcontractors, specialist suppliers, and other contractors, checking drawings as required.
• Contribute to the regular review of activities to maximise effectiveness and delivery of design packages.
• Assist with design management by other Ingleton Wood teams or offices as requested.
• Take responsibility for day‑to‑day team management.
• Foster two‑way communication and effective teamwork.
• Implement measures to identify, manage, and minimise risks (financial, business continuity, health & safety).
• Promote Ingleton Wood’s values and objectives to colleagues and externally, participating actively in promotion.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity, ensuring an inclusive environment where unacceptable behaviour is challenged.
• Understand Ingleton Wood policies and contribute to policy development when appropriate.
• Contribute to cross‑disciplinary activity.
• Maintain and nurture current clients and generate new business.
• Be familiar with traditional contracting and procurement deliverables.
• Be familiar with NEC contracting and procurement deliverables.

Essential Skills, Experience & Attributes

• Degree in a built environment or construction‑related subject.
• Project Management qualification (AMP, PRINCE2, RICS Cert) preferred.
• Experience managing construction or architectural projects independently.
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and NBS specification system.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, please apply anyway – you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

Key Skills & Employment Details

Key Skills: Project / Program Management, Cold Calling, Construction Estimating, Construction Experience, Restoration, Restoration Industry Experience, Project Management, Microsoft Project, Team Management, Auto Estimating, Financial Management, Contracts

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1