Associate Director - Project Manager

Associate Director - Project Manager
Sevenoaks | £70,000 - £95,000 + Package

I am working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy who are seeking an Associate-level Project Manager to join their expanding Sevenoaks office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established, well-respected business with a strong pipeline of private and public sector work and ambitious growth plans. If you're looking for greater responsibility, fast-tracked progression and the opportunity to shape and deliver impactful projects, this could be the ideal move.

The Role
This is a visible, client-facing position with exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile schemes across Central London and the Home Counties. You will lead and deliver projects within the residential, commercial, leisure and industrial sectors, managing programmes end-to-end. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will drive performance, manage risk and ensure successful outcomes through every project stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead multiple projects from feasibility through to handover.
• Develop and implement governance frameworks to ensure quality, reporting accuracy and risk control.
• Lead consultant and contractor teams, setting direction, monitoring performance and driving accountability.
• Prepare programmes, budgets and cashflows, reporting variances and advising on corrective actions.
• Oversee procurement strategy and tender processes, including evaluation and recommendation.
• Chair progress meetings and present project updates to senior stakeholders and steering groups.
• Support business development activities, contributing to bids, proposals and client engagement.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting capability growth across the team.

About You
You will bring strong communication skills and proven experience within a consultancy or client-side project management role. A confident, client-focused approach, commercial awareness and excellent reporting capability are essential, together with the ability to commute to the Sevenoaks office when required.

The Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation offering a varied workload, long-term progression and a competitive package including:

• £70,000 - £95,000 base salary (DOE)
• Car / travel allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private pension
• Private healthcare
• Discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working with a Sevenoaks office base
• High-quality projects and a clear pathway toward Director level

If you're ready to step into Associate-level responsibility or currently feel limited in your scope and progression, I'd welcome a confidential chat.

Contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group on 01342 330 539 to learn more.

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