Associate Project Manager

Your new company You will be joining a highly respected, long-established civil engineering and multidisciplinary consultancy based in Belfast. The practice plays a key role in delivering complex infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland and beyond, with expertise spanning water and wastewater, environmental engineering, transportation, utilities, and major public realm improvements. Renowned for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to sustainable, innovative design, the company continues to expand its project portfolio and is now seeking an experienced Associate Project Manager to support the delivery of high profile schemes and contribute to the growth of the project management function.

Your new role As Associate Project Manager, you will take a senior, client-facing role in the delivery of complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will lead projects from early design and planning stages through to construction and handover, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with client expectations. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide strategic leadership, manage risk, and ensure high-quality project outcomes.

* Leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of multidisciplinary civil engineering projects
* Developing and managing project programmes, milestones, and resource plans
* Overseeing procurement, contractor engagement, and performance management
* Ensuring compliance with NEC contracts, statutory requirements, and internal governance
* Managing project risks, change control, and reporting to senior management and clients
* Monitoring project budgets, progress, and quality to ensure successful delivery
* Supporting and mentoring junior project staff
* Building strong, collaborative relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams What you'll need to succeed An experienced professional with a minimum of five years' consultancy experience delivering construction, infrastructure or civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and established project governance processes, along with a proven ability to manage programmes, budgets, risks, and stakeholder relationships across complex, multidisciplinary environments.

Exceptional communication, coordination, and analytical skills are essential, as is a proactive, solution-driven approach suited to fast-paced, client-focused work. Chartered status with APM or RICS is required. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary alongside an excellent benefits package and strong opportunities for continued professional development and long-term career progression. You will be joining a forward-thinking consultancy with a robust pipeline of infrastructure and public realm projects, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to investing in its people.

As part of the senior project management team, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality projects across Northern Ireland. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us today. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are seeking a new position, we would be happy to support your you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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