Associate Project Manager – Construction Consultancy
Cambridge | £60,000 – £70,000 + Package
(Consultancy or Client-side Experience Required)
We are delighted to be working in partnership with a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy as they look to appoint an Associate Project Manager to their expanding team in Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Project Manager with a consultancy or client-side background to lead on a range of complex, high-profile schemes across the commercial, healthcare, life sciences, education, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
The Opportunity
As an Associate Project Manager, you will act as the key interface between client and delivery team — providing strategic oversight, commercial guidance, and leadership across the full project lifecycle. Working within a respected consultancy environment, you’ll manage stakeholder expectations, contribute to strategic project planning, and oversee governance on multiple concurrent schemes, from feasibility through to completion.
Your Role Will Include:
Leading client engagement and reporting, ensuring clear communication and aligned expectations throughout.
Managing feasibility assessments including site evaluations, business case input, and risk mitigation strategies.
Controlling project financials: cash flow forecasts, payment recommendations, and alignment with client budgets.
Overseeing key contract administration duties and ensuring adherence to JCT, NEC, or FIDIC frameworks.
Producing and maintaining programme documentation, risk registers, and project governance materials.
Delivering accurate, tailored reporting across RIBA stages and project phases to keep stakeholders informed.
Supporting the growth of junior team members and contributing to business development where appropriate.
About You
Degree qualified in a construction-related discipline (BSc/MSc)
Chartered or working towards (RICS, APM, CIOB)
Proven experience within a construction consultancy or client-side environment
Strong leadership, commercial acumen, and stakeholder management skills
Background delivering commercial or healthcare projects is desirable
Comfortable administering major contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC)
What’s On Offer
£60,000 – £70,000 base salary
Car allowance
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Generous private pension contribution
Private healthcare
Exposure to landmark projects across sectors
Structured and tailored career progression
Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
This is an excellent opportunity for a client-facing Project Manager seeking greater influence, sector variety, and a supportive, forward-thinking consultancy culture.
For a confidential conversation, contact Halim Ahmad on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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