Project Managers to Associate Directors - Local Government Construction

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized real estate consultancy is looking for Project Managers to Associate Directors to oversee local government construction projects in Yorkshire. You'll lead project delivery, mentor teams, and build relationships with clients, all while enjoying competitive pay and a flexible working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for impactful local projects that shape communities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + car allowance

Clear pathways for progression

Flexible working options

Investment in training and leadership development

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Proven project management professional in consultancy or development.
• Experience delivering projects for local authorities or public sector.
• Familiarity with governance and procurement frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for portfolio delivery across local authority schemes.
• Ensure effective communication, planning, and governance.
• Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers.
• Build relationships with public sector clients and stakeholders.
• Shape and grow the local government project portfolio.

Skills

Project delivery

Communication

Organizational skills

Commercial insight

Client-focused mindset

Education

Degree in a construction-related discipline

Job description

Job Description

Project Managers to Associate Directors | Local Government construction projects

Yorkshire (hybrid)

Competitive salary + car allowance & excellent benefits package

Full-time | Permanent

Are you looking to play a key role in delivering impactful, community-focused projects that shape the future of local areas across Yorkshire? Our client, a globally respected and independent real estate and infrastructure consultancy, is seeking experienced Project Managers through to Associate Directors to join their growing Yorkshire-based team.

With a strong presence throughout the UK and several offices in Yorkshire, our client has seen consistent growth, securing major programmes supported by significant investment. These projects are not only vital to regional infrastructure and regeneration, they also offer truly career-defining opportunities.

Renowned for delivering innovative, client-centred solutions across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources, the company has become a trusted advisor to a wide range of public and private sector clients. In particular, their work with local authorities continues to support critical developments in urban regeneration, civic buildings, transport infrastructure, and social value delivery.

Their mission is to achieve better outcomes for clients and communities alike, while supporting personal growth, professional development, and social and environmental responsibility. With a collaborative culture and strong investment in their people, this is an ideal place to grow your career in a meaningful direction.

The role

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced project management professionals to lead and deliver a variety of high-profile local government and public sector projects across Yorkshire and the surrounding regions.

Key responsibilities include;

• Taking full responsibility for project delivery across a portfolio of local authority-led schemes
• Ensuring best-in-class service through effective communication, planning and governance
• Driving project performance in areas such as quality, health & safety, risk and commercial delivery
• Leading and mentoring a team of Project Managers, contributing to their development (depending on level)
• Building and nurturing relationships with public sector clients, stakeholders and delivery partners
• Helping shape and grow the local government project portfolio within the region

About you

You will be a proven project management professional with a background in consultancy, client-side or development environments. You’ll be proactive, commercially aware, and have a strong understanding of how to deliver results in partnership with local government and public sector clients.

Essential skills and experience;

• Degree in a construction-related discipline (or equivalent professional experience)
• Strong track record of delivering projects for local authorities or other public sector bodies
• Experience of working within governance and procurement frameworks typical to public sector schemes
• Excellent organisational skills, commercial insight and a client-focused mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in presenting and reporting

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.

Benefits include;

• Competitive salary + car allowance & annual bonus
• Clear pathways for progression
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Substantial investment in training, CPD and leadership development
• Collaborative, inclusive team culture
• The chance to work on meaningful local government projects that deliver real community impact

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].