Project Manager

Aldwych Consulting; North East; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting in Newcastle is seeking experienced Project Managers to join the North East consultancy. You will manage construction projects from inception to completion, liaising with clients, consultants and contractors across a diverse public and private portfolio.

The role offers hybrid working, strong progression opportunities, support for professional qualifications, and a collaborative environment focused on delivering projects to time and budget while maintaining high governance and

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification, preferably within a construction-related discipline.
• Professional membership or progression towards MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent.
• Proven experience delivering construction projects within a consultancy or client-side environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Acting as a key client interface and developing strong relationships.
• Leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating stakeholders.
• Managing budgets, accounts, resources and commercial performance.
• Providing governance, reporting and risk management.
• Advising on procurement strategies and contract administration.
• Working with recognised project management methodologies.
• Mentoring junior team members.
• Contributing to business development, fees and tenders.
• Identifying opportunities for repeat business and client relationships.
• Supporting senior colleagues on larger projects.

Skills

Client management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction-related discipline

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Job description

Project Manager - Construction Consultancy

Newcastle Hybrid Working Project & Programme Management

The Opportunity

A leading construction and property consultancy is continuing to grow its Project & Programme Management team across the North East and is looking to appoint Project Managers at various levels. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Project Managers to join a collaborative and supportive consultancy environment, working across a diverse portfolio of construction projects for public and private sector clients. The business offers genuine opportunities for career progression, professional development and flexibility, with a strong emphasis on supporting employees to achieve their long-term career ambitions.

The Role

As a Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of construction projects throughout the full project lifecycle, working closely with clients, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Acting as a key client interface and developing strong, long-term client relationships.
• Leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating project stakeholders.
• Managing project budgets, accounts, resources and commercial performance.
• Providing effective project governance, reporting and risk management.
• Advising clients on procurement strategies and contract administration.
• Managing projects in accordance with recognised project management methodologies.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.
• Contributing to business development, fee proposals and tender submissions.
• Identifying opportunities for repeat business and developing existing client relationships.
• Supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex projects.

The Person

We are keen to speak with Project Managers at different levels who are looking to develop their career within a leading consultancy.

• A degree or equivalent qualification, preferably within a construction-related discipline.
• Professional membership or progression towards MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent.
• Proven experience delivering construction projects within a consultancy or client-side environment.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project governance.
• Experience with NEC and/or JCT contracts and UK procurement routes.
• Knowledge of UK construction Health & Safety and environmental requirements.
• Experience within local or central government projects would be advantageous, particularly across education and residential.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong professional relationships.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and genuine commitment to continued professional development.
• A valid UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Support towards professional qualifications and chartership.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Exposure to a diverse range of high-profile construction projects.
• Flexible benefits, including options around working hours and annual leave.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.