Senior Associate Project Manager – Berkshire

Aldwych Consulting

Senior Associate Project Manager – Berkshire

I am currently working on behalf of a well-established construction consultancy client who is looking to appoint a Senior Associate Project Manager to join their team in Berkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and driven project management professional ready to take the next step in their career. The role offers the chance to lead high-quality projects across a range of sectors, play a key role in developing new client opportunities, and contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking team environment.

The Role

As Senior Associate Project Manager, you will take full ownership of delivering project management services from initial concept through to completion and final account. Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, you will lead multidisciplinary teams and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities will include:

Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships
Supporting the growth of existing accounts and identifying new work opportunities
Defining detailed client briefs and clarifying consultant and specialist responsibilities
Establishing clear communication and reporting structures with clients and design teams
Coordinating feasibility studies, site investigations and surveys
Advising on and managing the appointment of consultants and specialists
Leading statutory approvals processes, including planning and other required consents
Developing and managing master programmes across pre- and post-contract stages
Overseeing project finances, including cash flow forecasting, expenditure monitoring and payment recommendations
Leading design team coordination, including risk and value management
Managing tender processes, contractor selection and appointment
Undertaking site visits to monitor progress, quality and compliance
Administering building contracts (JCT / NEC), including issuing instructions and certificates
Chairing progress and coordination meetings
Reporting regularly to clients on programme, cost, risk and quality
Supporting wider business activities such as financial forecasting, recruitment, business development and team leadership

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

Significant experience within consultancy-led design and construction project management
A proven track record of delivering multiple projects concurrently
Strong client relationship management and business development capability
Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project (or equivalent planning software)
Experience across multiple sectors (desirable)
A relevant degree (BSc/MSc) in engineering, construction or project management
Progression towards or achievement of professional accreditation
Ideally, you will hold or be working towards one of the following:

MRICS
MCIOB
APM

Personal Attributes

Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
Demonstrable experience in risk management and detailed design coordination
Strong understanding of procurement routes and contract strategies
Commercially aware with an interest in contributing to business growth and attending industry events
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy with a strong reputation in the built environment sector, offering genuine progression and the chance to play a key role in shaping project delivery and client relationships.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity and my client, please get in touch with Andreea Hudson at Aldwych Consulting.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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