Associate Director Project Manager

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Associate Director - Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1463

Location: Norfolk + Flexible working

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£80k-£85k plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, health etc.

Company & Project: A innovative project management consultancy are looking for a client focused Associate Director level Project Manager to join lead a team of 3 Project Managers working on a flagship project in the Life Sciences sector, valued in excess of £100m.

The position involves working on a large Commercial and Science scheme in East Anglia, leading a small team of Project Managers, therefore previous management experience is required.

Our client has a busy project pipeline for 2027 and they are recruiting for an Associate Director level Project Manager due to growth of their regional business and the progression of a key project win with a major blue chip client in East Anglia.

Duties & Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate all project activities, ensuring the team adheres to established governance protocols and maintains seamless communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Act as the primary interface for clients and consultants, proactively anticipating their needs to consistently deliver high-value outcomes across all regions. High level stakeholder management is essential.

Enforce rigorous standards in Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, and Risk Management to ensure infrastructure projects meet all regulatory and safety benchmarks.

Establish clear parameters for project success, specifically defining the time, cost, technical specifications, and performance KPIs from the outset.

Develop comprehensive, detailed project plans and establish the specific governance systems and processes required to execute the work efficiently.

Identify necessary project resources and provide expert advice on procurement strategies to ensure the project is adequately staffed and supplied.

Lead and motivate diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, facilitating collaboration and using performance management techniques to keep productivity high.

Monitor project finances and manage the formal change control process to mitigate scope creep and protect the project's commercial viability.

Previous Experience

• Minimum 10 years+ experience as a Project Manager for a Consultancy or End-client.
• Excellent client facing skills with previous experience working in the Life Science or Healthcare would be advantageous.
• Degree or MSc qualified in a construction related discipline.
• Chartership - MAPM or MRICS or MCIOB.
• Previous Roles: Associate Project Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Principal Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Director of Project Management OR Project Director.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree or MSc qualified in a construction related discipline or comparable qualification. MAPM or MRICS or MCIOB or another comparable professional membership would be advantageous.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Associate Director position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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