Associate Director

Location: Cheshire West and Chester

Job Title:

Associate Director / Contracts Director

Location:

South Manchester
Salary: £80,000 – £85,000 per annum + comprehensive package (including bonus, car allowance, pension, and benefits)
Sector:
Industrial Refurbishment & Commercial Fit-Out

About the Company

Our client is a well-established nationwide main contractor specialising in industrial refurbishment and office fit-out projects across the UK, with project values typically ranging from £100k to £3m. Known for delivering high-quality results with a collaborative and pragmatic approach, the business continues to grow and is now seeking an Associate Director / Contracts Director to strengthen its senior leadership team.

The Role

As Associate Director, you will take a dual role — overseeing the contracts team while also managing your own portfolio of high-value and complex projects. You will be instrumental in ensuring that all projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction, while driving commercial performance and operational excellence across the business.

This is a key leadership position within the organisation, offering the opportunity to shape delivery strategy, mentor future leaders, and contribute directly to business growth.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee and support the contracts management team, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client expectations.

* Manage your own portfolio of complex refurbishment and fit-out projects from inception to completion.

* Lead on project programming, cost control, risk management, and quality assurance.

* Drive operational performance and promote continuous improvement across the delivery function.

* Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to Contracts Managers and Site Managers.

* Work closely with the Managing Director on strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management.

* Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

* Represent the company at client meetings, ensuring a professional image is always maintained.

Key Requirements

* Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Associate Director or Contracts Director role within the construction/refurbishment sector.

* Exceptional Senior Contracts Managers ready to take the next step will also be considered.

* Proven track record delivering industrial refurbishment and commercial fit-out projects up to £3m.

* Strong leadership and communication skills, able to motivate teams and maintain positive relationships across all stakeholders.

* Demonstrable experience managing multiple concurrent projects and achieving commercial targets.

* CIOB membership (chartered or working towards) – advantageous.

* NVQ Level 6 or above (Construction Management or equivalent).

* A collaborative, professional individual who will fit well with the company’s culture and existing team dynamic.

Package & Benefits

* Salary: £80,000 – £85,000 per annum

* Annual performance bonus

* Company car or car allowance

* Pension scheme

* Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing contractor