Associate director - project management

Associate Director - Project Management | Data Centres/Life Sciences London Competitive salary + car allowance & package Our client, a growing property and construction consultancy, is determined to provide exceptional levels of service and commitment to their clients.

They continually seek to achieve the highest levels of quality, sustainability, health & safety and social responsibility for their clients, partners, colleagues and team.

They are a growing firm whose team provides construction consultancy services to clients across the UK.

Their market focus puts them in the centre of some of the most dynamic growth in the development of facilities for public, commercial, residential and off-shore sectors.

They are a highly-professional multi-disciplined team who bring a wealth of experience from the property and construction industry, who provide a hands-on management approach, taking into account the latest developments and technology across all markets and sectors.

They are now seeking an Associate Director with data centre or life sciences experience to be based out of their London office, who can successfully drive the business forward in the region, deliver existing projects, and maintain key client relationships, whilst being an integral part of their wider business plan.

The Role Guided by industry experts this position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to provide project management support to clients with significant and complex construction projects.

Successful candidates will be presented with a great opportunity for career progression whilst at the same time being exposed to cross sector experience, with a particular focus on data centre and life sciences projects and developments.

Act as a focal point and provide leadership for specific projects or support as part of a team within a larger programme of work; to ensure that appropriate advice is provided, and timely action is taken to ensure projects are to be completed to programme and budget.

Undertake an active client-side advisory and client liaison role across a broad group of stakeholders, including end users, clients, building professionals and consultants.

Ensure client needs, demands and problems are identified and resolved in a timely manner; to manage stakeholder expectation regarding commissioning and the procurement of services.

Carry out the continuous management and monitoring of projects, ensuring that information is timely and accurate.

Identify critical issues and risks and take management action where necessary and appropriate.

Provide clear leadership to project teams including designers, contractors & suppliers, ensuring that decisions are taken, and instructions are clearly communicated in a timely manner.

You will be required to regularly prepare business cases, project team assemblies and manage the delivery of complex projects to challenge cost and time constraints and deliver real value to clients.

The Ideal Candidate Our client doesn’t do dull and boring, so having an entrepreneurial, charismatic and ambitious spirit is vital, with a keen eye for detail who actively encourages collaborative problem solving, bringing a curious and inquisitive spirit driving learning and growth.

Through their recent investment you will have the ability to take the business to the next level, working with key clients you will cement their existing relationships but also have the ability through business development to develop new clients.

Degree and MICE, RIBA, MCIOB or RICS qualified with additional PM qualification preferred.

7+ years of experience in project management or relevant fields.

Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams of construction professionals from strategic review stage/inception to completion and being adept at liaising with a range of stakeholders.

In-depth understanding of data centre/life sciences facility design and operations.

Demonstrated ability to deliver a completed project.

Strong communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), capable of managing multiple stakeholder groups.

Self-starter capable of quickly understanding the challenges at hand.

Collaborative team player by nature, yet also capable of challenging the convention to unlock value and solutions.

A leader, articulate, persuasive and highly numerate.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing business and become a fully integrated part of an elite, collaborative team of professionals at a time of growth and expansion.

An excellent package and opportunities for growth within the business is on offer.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

For more information and to arrange a confidential conversation about the role please apply now by submitting your CV or contact David Mc Govern at Tempest Jones Recruitment.