Associate Director Project Manager

My client is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our Manchester team, leading the delivery of major public-sector funded highway infrastructure projects. The role focuses on early-stage, pre-contract project delivery, managing budgets and programmes, and leading multi-disciplinary teams. You will act as a key client interface, work closely with senior regional leadership to develop new opportunities, and manage key client accounts.

The successful candidate will,

• Lead the delivery of major public-sector funded highway infrastructure projects from the Manchester office
• Oversee early-stage, pre-contract project activities for public sector clients
• Manage project budgets, programmes, and commercial performance
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and external stakeholders
• Chair and lead project meetings and governance processes
• Support regional senior management in developing new opportunities and work-winning activities
• Manage and develop key client accounts
• Ensure projects are delivered to agreed quality, cost, and programme objectives
• Provide strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making across project teams.
  bring strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a proven track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering highway infrastructure projects (for public sector clients)
• Pre-contract project management and commercial management experience
• Knowledge of the UK planning process (e.g. EIA, ES, conditions)
• Programme and budget management
• Managing consultants and multi-disciplinary teams
• Liaison with statutory stakeholders (e.g. National Highways, Network Rail)
• Preparation of project documentation and chairing project meetings
• NEC contracts knowledge
• Cost and risk management experience
• Understanding of government funding, guidance (e.g. WebTAG/DMRB) and procurement processestron
• Experience with land acquisition and stakeholder engagement
• Strong leadership and client-facing skills
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Flexible and adaptable approach, with willingness to travel (Manchester-based, occasional Yorkshire/Nottingham travel).
  Atkins Search are currently recruiting for an Associate Director Project Manager to join a market leading Construction Consultancy based in Manchester. Priding themselves on their collaborative culture, my client offers you the chance to become an integral part of their business, giving you the chance to truly shine!
• A highly competitive salary £72,000 - £80,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• Pension contribution
• Annual bonus
• Flexible working hours
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Annual salary review
• Hybrid working
• Professional training and development
• Mileage and expense reimbursement
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Regular social events
• Fun, relaxed working environment
• Clear career path and realistic opportunities to progress