A rare and career-defining opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to step into an Associate Director position and lead one of the most significant public sector programmes currently underway – a £110 million+ Blue Light masterplan.
This flagship programme comprises twelve buildings delivered within one coordinated, campus-style redevelopment, including a blend of new builds, refurbishments, and modernisation schemes. The scale, complexity and community impact of this multi-phase framework make it a once-in-a-career opportunity for the right professional.
You’ll be joining a respected, forward-thinking multidisciplinary consultancy known for its collaborative culture, innovative approach, and strong reputation across the public sector. For those with ambition, this role offers genuine progression and a platform to grow toward Directorship.
Why This Role Is Truly Standout
- Lead a major £110m+, multi-building public sector programme
- Shape the delivery of a high-profile redevelopment with regional impact
- Work within a consultancy that champions progression, innovation and autonomy
- Gain exposure to complex, multi-stakeholder environments with national relevance
- A defining project to elevate your CV and accelerate your career
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee programme delivery for all six integrated building projects
- Lead all stages from inception, business case and design through to construction and handover
- Manage stakeholder engagement across public sector clients, consultants, contractors and end-users
- Ensure delivery is on time, within budget and aligned with quality expectations
- Lead NEC3/4 and JCT contract administration, including change control and compensation events
- Direct risk management, mitigation strategies, reporting and governance
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to internal teams and junior PMs
- Maintain full compliance with legislation, regulations and health & safety requirements
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong experience delivering multi-building or large-scale construction/infrastructure projects
- Solid working knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts
- Proven ability to manage complex public sector programmes
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Professional qualification such as MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or equivalent
- Strategic thinking, problem-solving skills and a proactive, collaborative approach
- The ambition to progress into a future Director-level role
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary + extensive benefits package
- Hybrid working options for flexibility and work-life balance
- The opportunity to lead one of the UK’s most high-profile public sector programmes
- Career progression pathways across a broad and growing project portfolio
- A supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and professional growth
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