Associate Partner Project Management Manchester
Posted 1 day ago by The Construction Index Ltd
£80,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Associate Director of Project Management role at Stafford Lawrence Ltd in Manchester is a high-impact leadership position focused on delivering major capital projects in the Education, Healthcare, and Mixed-Use sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic growth in the North West region while managing client relationships and leading a team of Project Managers. This role requires significant experience in construction consultancy and a strong professional network. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the value of senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Taking ownership of the Project Management lifecycle for high-value North West frameworks and private sector accounts.
- Acting as the primary strategic interface for prestigious clients in Mixed Use, Residential, Education, and Healthcare sectors.
- Identifying and securing new instructions, leading bid submissions, and cross-selling the firm’s QS and BS services.
- Managing a team of Project Managers and guiding APC candidates through to Chartership.
Key Skills:
- Chartered status (MRICS, MCIOB, or MAPM) is essential.
- Significant post-qualification experience within a professional Construction Consultancy.
- Expert knowledge of JCT and NEC contract suites.
- Proven ability to manage divisional P&L, resource planning, and fee forecasting.
- An established professional network within the Manchester and North West construction market.
Salary (Rate): £80,000 yearly
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Project Management
Company: Stafford Lawrence Ltd
Salary: £70-85K Negotiable DOE plus benefits
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - North West
Town/City: Manchester
Posted: 23/01/2026
Listed in: Project Managers
Reference: AP/M/26
Job Description
Associate Director Project Management
Associate Director /Partner – Project Management | Leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy
Location: Central Manchester (M1/M2)
Salary: £80,000 ++ (Negotiable Base + Executive Bonus + Benefits)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reference: ADPM/MANC/26
Opportunity Overview:
Associate Director, Manchester
Are you a seasoned Project Management professional ready to take a defining seat within a premier multidisciplinary consultancy? Stafford Lawrence is partnering with a prestigious firm in the heart of Manchester to appoint an Associate Director of Project Management. This is a high-impact leadership appointment. You will be tasked with spearheading the delivery of major capital projects across the Education, Healthcare, and Mixed-Use sectors, while playing a pivotal role in the strategic growth of the North West region.
Key Requirements for the Associate Director Project Management
To be successful in this executive-level appointment, candidates must demonstrate:
- Status: Chartered status is essential (MRICS, MCIOB, or MAPM).
- Experience: Significant post-qualification experience within a professional Construction Consultancy, with a track record of leading multi-million-pound schemes.
- Technical Mastery: Expert knowledge of both JCT and NEC contract suites, acting as the final point of authority on contract administration.
- Commercial Leadership: Proven ability to manage divisional P&L, resource planning, and fee forecasting.
- Network: An established professional network within the Manchester and North West construction market is highly desirable.
The Role: Strategic Leadership & Regional Impact
As Associate Director, you will sit at the intersection of technical excellence and business development. Your duties will include:
- Divisional Leadership: Taking ownership of the Project Management lifecycle for high-value North West frameworks and private sector accounts.
- Client Account Management: Acting as the primary strategic interface for prestigious clients in Mixed Use, Residential, Education and Healthcare sectors.
- Business Development: Identifying and securing new instructions, leading bid submissions, and cross-selling the firm’s QS and BS services.
- Mentorship: Managing a team of Project Managers and guiding APC candidates through to Chartership.
The Manchester Executive Package
Our Client Recognizes The Value Of Senior Leadership. The “£80k ++” Package Is Designed To Be One Of The Most Competitive In The North West
Salary: £80,000 ++ (Base is negotiable based on your specific track record and regional following).
Bonus: Highly competitive, performance-related executive bonus scheme.
Annual Leave: 30 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
Health & Security: Private Medical Insurance, 3x Life Cover, and 6% Employer Pension.
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