Project Managers to Associate Directors - Defence Construction

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national consultancy firm in Leeds is seeking Project Managers to Associate Directors for Defence Construction projects. This role involves managing high-value projects that support UK military readiness and requires a strong background in project management and a degree in a related field. Benefits include a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Paid professional memberships

Flexible hybrid working options

Strong company pension

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering projects in the defence sector.
• Highly organised and commercially aware.
• Confident in managing multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver defence sector construction projects according to NEC contracts.
• Lead project teams and mentor junior members.
• Manage risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project management

Understanding of NEC contracts

Security clearance

Client management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in construction or built environment discipline

Job description

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Project Managers to Associate Directors - Defence Construction, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Tempest Jones Recruitment

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Project Managers to Associate Directors | Defence construction projects

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 national 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 national 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.

• 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

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