Associate Director

January 9, 2026
£70000 - £70000
Urgent

Job Description

Associate Director

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: £70,000 – £75,000 per annum.

We are looking for an Associate Director to join our successful Project Management team.

Responsibilities

  • Providing key technical and cost/commercial advice to clients across a variety of sectors.
  • General line management responsibilities are effectively discharged and the project management team is led effectively.
  • Managing key client accounts and winning new business through organic growth and referral opportunities, including cross selling opportunities.
  • Full compliance with all policies, legislation, regulations and procedures.
  • Reporting regularly to key stakeholders including internal teams, appointed technical partners and the client.
  • Taking ownership for the successful delivery of projects; giving leadership and direction to the team, managing design teams, effectively communicating with all parties, identifying and managing risks, planning and progress monitoring, and developing appropriate project controls.
  • Managing tender documents, appraisals and negotiations.
  • Contributing to overall and operational management.
  • Monitoring and controlling changes/variations following approval by the client.
  • Providing effective line management to Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Graduates.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years PQE.
  • Experience as a Senior Project Manager as a minimum.
  • Full member of an appropriate professional institution (CIOB, APM, RICS).
  • Commercial experience with a proven track record of winning and retaining new clients.
  • Pre and Post Contract knowledge.
  • Track record of delivering or advising on complex construction and development works.

Benefits

  • Salary of £70,000 – £75,000 depending on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, medical insurance, pension.
  • 25 days annual leave + public holidays.
  • Autonomy within the role when dealing with clients/projects.

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