Project Managers to Associate Directors - Defence Construction

Tempest Jones Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and discretionary bonus

Clear pathways for progression

Paid professional memberships

Flexible, hybrid working options

Strong company pension

Private healthcare

Job summary

A reputable consultancy in defence projects is looking for experienced Project Managers to lead large-scale, high-value defence programmes in Leeds. You will manage project lifecycles, working closely with the MoD and other clients while ensuring safety and quality standards. The role offers competitive benefits including a flexible working environment, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a construction or built environment discipline.
• Security clearance (minimum SC or ability to obtain it).
• Proven experience delivering projects in the defence sector.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Delivering defence sector construction projects.
• Working with clients including the MoD.
• Leading project teams and mentoring junior team members.
• Ensuring rigorous standards of security, safety, quality, and commercial performance.
• Managing risks, budgets, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

Job description

Overview

We’re working with a highly regarded, independent real estate and infrastructure consultancy with a strong presence across the UK, including offices in Yorkshire. Their defence sector work is mission-critical, delivering secure, sustainable and technically complex environments to support UK military readiness.

As part of their continued growth, they are seeking experienced Project Managers through to Associate Directors to join their Yorkshire team and help deliver strategically important defence projects.

The role

This is a unique chance to contribute to national security infrastructure, working on large-scale, high-value defence programmes. You\u2019ll lead and manage projects through their full lifecycle, ensuring best-in-class delivery across design, construction and commissioning phases.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering defence sector construction projects in accordance with NEC contracts and strict governance protocols
• Working with clients including the MoD, Defence Infrastructure Organisation and strategic contractors
• Leading project teams and mentoring junior team members (depending on level)
• Ensuring rigorous standards of security, safety, quality, and commercial performance
• Managing risks, budgets, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• Driving continuous improvement, innovation and client satisfaction
• Supporting the development of a strong regional project management team

About you

You’ll be an experienced project management professional, ideally from a consultancy or client-side background, with a strong understanding of defence infrastructure and the ability to work within secure, regulated environments.

• Degree or equivalent in a construction or built environment discipline
• Security clearance (minimum SC or ability to obtain it)
• Proven experience delivering projects in the defence sector
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (accreditation or substantial project experience)
• Highly organised, commercially aware, and able to communicate effectively at all levels
• Confident in managing multiple stakeholders and reporting to senior client representatives

What’s on offer

Our client is dedicated to supporting your career and wellbeing. They champion a healthy, inclusive and flexible working environment that supports both professional success and a positive work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, they welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a diverse and supportive workplace.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on career-defining defence programmes in a supportive, high-performance environment.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
• Clear pathways for progression to Associate and beyond
• Paid professional memberships and ongoing CPD
• Flexible, hybrid working options
• Strong company pension and private healthcare
• Opportunity to shape projects of national importance

How to apply

For more information and confidential conversation about the role please apply now by submitting your CV or contact John Tempest at Tempest Jones on [e-mail].