Our client, a leading real-estate / construction consultancy, is expanding its team and seeks an experienced and motivated Senior Associate Project Manager to join its dynamic Project Management division in the London region. This is a pivotal role in delivering high-value and varied refurbishment, fit-out and new-build projects across commercial, retail, industrial and residential sectors. Working closely with senior leadership, you will be encouraged to drive business development, deepen client relationships and shape your own specialism within the business.
Main Responsibilities
End-to-end project management of medium to large scale commercial refurbishment, fit-out and new-build projects, including managing tenders/bids, contractor procurement, programme management, cost control, quality assurance, health & safety and reporting.
Lead fit-out projects across CAT A & CAT B office spaces, retail and industrial units, high-end residential amenity spaces and complex laboratory or technical fit-outs.
Act as the face of the business to clients, developing and sustaining strong relationships, and helping to extend the service offering and secure repeat business.
Line-manage and mentor junior project team members, fostering development and supporting a high-performing team culture.
Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and cross-discipline teams (surveying, ESG, engineering, asset management) to ensure seamless service delivery.
Support business development initiatives including attendance at industry events, client meetings, presentations and networking to help grow the project management offering.
Take ownership, demonstrate proactive leadership and contribute to continuous improvement of systems, processes and company culture.
Key Requirements
Significant experience managing project management assignments across commercial real-estate refurbishment/fit-out/new build projects (office, retail, industrial).
Proven track-record of delivering large projects (£20 million+ value) or equivalent complex programmes.
Commercially minded with a strong business development mindset; ability to cross-sell services and identify new opportunities.
Professional qualification (e.g., MRICS, MAPM) or demonstrable ability and desire to achieve within the near-term.
Strong client-facing skills, excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities.
Ability to take leadership and ownership of end-to-end project delivery, work independently and hit the ground running.
Previous experience of line-management or mentoring of team members is advantageous.
Why Join?
This is your chance to join a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial consultancy where your expertise will make a tangible impact. You’ll join a collaborative “One Team” culture, supported to develop your career, shape your specialism and grow with the business. In return, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects within a stimulating environment.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)
Progression opportunity to Associate Director / Director level, aligning with your development and ambition
Generous benefits package including private medical insurance, pension, life assurance, season ticket/transport allowance, flexible/hybrid working, 25+ days holiday + extra flex day, gym/retail discounts, cycle to work, EV scheme
Hybrid working model (office and home) plus flexibility to support work-life balance
A vibrant social environment with quarterly events, networking, charity activities and a friendly, inclusive culture
Our Client
Our client is a well-established, independent real estate consultancy with a multi-skilled team of surveyors, engineers, project managers and technical specialists. Operating across the UK and Europe, they help owners, occupiers, developers and funders get more out of their assets at every stage of the property life-cycle. Their values emphasise transparency, collaboration, doing the right thing and having fun whilst delivering exceptional results.
Equal Opportunity
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including those whose background may not align exactly with every bullet point. If you’re passionate, driven and keen to develop your career in project management then we’d love to hear from you.
To apply: Please contact Rotate Recruitment with your CV and a covering note outlining your experience and suitability for the role.