Job Title: Associate Project Manager/ Associate Director
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 basic salary (depending on level of experience)
Seeking an Associate Project Manager/ Associate Director (depending on experience) iin managing projects in construction/ built environment.
Note: IT/Finance/Marketing backgrounds will not be considered for this role. It is essential you have experience within construction. (Experience in managing JCT or NEC contracts is essential).
A leading global construction and property consultancy is seeking an Associate / Associate Director (Project Manager) to join its growing Leeds team. With a strong reputation for delivering high quality Cost Management, Project Management and Specialist Consultancy services across the UK and globally this is an excellent opportunity to work within an ethical company across a diverse range of sectors; new build commercial, build to rent, PBSA, higher education, hotel & leisure, sporting stadiums, heritage etc. As a business they support various charitable causes and community projects by delivering pro-bono work. They are committed to giving back whilst also offering variety of work and long terms career progression through to Partner.
About the Role
Working in a collaborative team environment you’ll play a key role in day to day project delivery—managing operational tasks, coordinating teams, maintaining documentation and ensuring high standards throughout the project lifecycle. This role suits someone ambitious, client focused and eager to grow into a future leadership position.
Current Key Project Areas & Focus for the Newcastle office:
* Mixed‑Use & Residential: Large‑scale developments such as a 500+ bed high-rise city centre scheme.
* Commercial & Retail: Major £16m city centre development.
* PBSA: Supporting significant schemes student accommodation redevelopment in the city centre.
Key Responsibilities
* Reporting and contract administration
* Liaison with design teams and contractors, carrying out site inspections
* Assist with fee proposals and procurement documentation.
* Maintaining project records (risk registers, programmes, execution plans).
* Build strong relationships with clients and professional teams.
* Work closely with cost management colleagues to support commercial objectives.
* Contribute to project planning, governance, risk management and delivery.
* Communicate clearly and confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
* Supporting the wider business with business development initiatives.
Skills & Experience
* Degree qualified; MRICS desirable but training support available.
* Experience in a client facing project management manging construction projects.
* Collaborative working style with excellent communication skills.
* Ambitious, commercially aware and keen to grow your professional network.
Hit ‘Apply Now’ to send your CV or feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any queries/ seeking some advice on your next career move in project management within the built environment!