Project Managers to Associate Directors - Defence Construction

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy is looking for Project Managers to Associate Directors to oversee defence construction projects in Yorkshire. You will manage large-scale programmes from start to finish, ensuring compliance with NEC contracts and governance. Candidates should have strong defence sector experience, security clearance, and NEC contract knowledge. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension and healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary and discretionary bonus

Flexible, hybrid working options

Strong company pension and private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering projects in the defence sector.
• Security clearance (minimum SC or ability to obtain it).
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in accordance with NEC contracts and governance protocols.
• Lead project teams and mentor junior members.
• Manage risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

NEC contracts knowledge

Defence sector experience

Education

Degree in construction or built environment

Job description

Job Description

Project Managers to Associate Directors | Defence construction projects

Yorkshire (hybrid)

Competitive salary + car allowance & excellent benefits package

Full-time | Permanent

We’re working with a highly regarded, independent real estate and infrastructure consultancy with a strong presence across the UK, including a number of key offices in Yorkshire. Their sustained growth and reputation for excellence have earned them a leading role on several defence programmes, including the delivery of a new super garrison and a major military base in the region.

With a diverse project portfolio and trusted by both public and private sector clients, this consultancy is delivering high-impact solutions across real estate, infrastructure and strategic assets. 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 these strategically important defence projects.

The role

This is a unique chance to contribute to security infrastructure, working on large-scale, high-value defence programmes. You'll 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.

Essential requirements;

• 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 importance

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].