ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER

Description:

Build Recruitment is currently representing a prestigious multi-disciplinary consultancy seeking an Associate Project Manager to join their expanding project management team in London. The consultancy has a proven track record of success and is looking for someone enthusiastic about driving project excellence and excited about career progression. The successful candidate will join a supportive, diverse team at the London office, which is part of a nationwide network of over 200 project managers.

About the client

The consultancy specialises in transforming the built environment, partnering with a diverse range of blue-chip clients, reputable property developers, renowned sporting teams, automotive manufacturers, research and development organisations, and top academic institutions. To support their mission, they need candidates with exceptional communication skills who are keen to grow and develop within the business.

Company Values

The consultancy places great emphasis on its people, who are the cornerstone of its success. The company fosters a supportive environment where employees are challenged to be their best and given the tools to grow both personally and professionally. It offers not just a job, but a career path focused on stability, flexibility, and commitment.

Benefits Package

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their wellbeing. Beyond a competitive salary, the package includes:

25 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell), plus bank holidays
3 volunteer days per year to support community causes
A broad range of financial, physical, and mental health benefits, including private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and income protection
A flexible approach to hybrid working
Career development opportunities, with a focus on continuous learning, mentoring, and professional accreditation support
Responsibilities

The Associate Project Manager will oversee the delivery of projects, programmes, and portfolios from start to finish, including:

Leading and managing multidisciplinary teams, internal and external
Engaging with stakeholders and maintaining strong client relationships
Coordinating planning consents and statutory approvals
Managing finances, cash flow forecasts, and internal budgeting
Administering building contracts and chairing project meetings
Visiting sites to ensure construction quality and compliance with specifications
Preparing regular reports for clients
Required Experience and Skills

Extensive experience in consultancy design, development, and construction project management
The ability to manage multiple projects and build client relationships
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project (or equivalent scheduling software)
Ideally, a degree in a relevant field and professional accreditation or the willingness to work towards one
Additional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIOB, APMP, or PRINCE2 would be beneficial.

The consultancy is looking for someone who can navigate complex issues with ease, demonstrate commercial awareness, and lead teams effectively. If you are ambitious, flexible, and ready to make an impact in a thriving environment, we encourage you to apply.

Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer