Company Overview: Our client, a progressive multi-disciplinary construction consultancy, is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join their Manchester team. Renowned for delivering sustainable, high-quality projects across a range of sectors, the consultancy has built a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence within the built environment.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and heritage sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex schemes, supporting the development of junior team members, and contributing to the continued growth of a forward-thinking and people-focused practice.
Associate Project Manager Salary & Benefits:
* Salary: £70,000 - £85,000
* 38 days annual leave including public holidays
* Additional day off for your birthday
* Hybrid working and flexible hours
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* 6% employer pension contribution
* Life cover (3x salary)
* Access to Aviva Digicare+ (virtual GP and wellness support)
* Comprehensive wellbeing and mentoring support
* Regular sports, social, and volunteering opportunities
Associate Project Manager Job Overview:
* Lead and manage the Project Management service, supporting the Office Partner in achieving strategic growth objectives
* Deliver consultancy services across pre- and post-contract stages, ensuring quality, time, and cost targets are achieved
* Manage multiple stakeholders and contract administration (NEC, JCT, FIDIC)
* Oversee budgets, cost control, and value engineering processes to maximise project outcomes
* Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, resolving project issues proactively
* Mentor and develop junior members of the team, promoting professional growth and learning
* Contribute to business development, client relationships, and market visibility within the region
* Utilise project scheduling tools (Asta Power Project or MS Project advantageous)
Associate Project Manager Requirements:
* Professional qualification such as MCIOB, MRICS, or MAPM (or equivalent)
* Strong technical knowledge of project management processes and contract administration
* Proven experience managing complex projects across multiple sectors
* Confident client communicator with leadership capability and commercial awareness
* Based within commutable distance to Manchester
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager seeking career progression into a senior, strategic role within a forward-thinking consultancy that values collaboration, sustainability, and professional development.
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