Head of Projects

W e are seeking an ambitious and technically strong Head of Projects as a key succession move within the business.

This is a genuine leadership position, not relabelledsenior PM role. The incoming leader will take ownership of an establish and successful Project Management Service with live work, strong client relationships and capable team already in place.

Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will help shape AG’s direction and performance while embedding consistency across three offices. For the right person, there is a clear pathway to Management Board participation and equity.

Who this role suits

This role is for either:

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An Associate Director ready to step into full service-line leadership for the first time.

An experienced Director seeking a role with genuine authority, long-term equity potential and strategic influence.

What matters most isn’t your current job title - it’s your ability to lead, challenge and own outcomes.

Why this Role exists:

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AG’s Project Management Service is a core part of our business, with strong client relationships and a growing pipeline. As we evolve, this role is required to:

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• Take ownership of a maturing service line and drive consistency of delivery.

• Lead the team through continued growth without dilution of standards.

• Strengthen cross-office collaboration and break down silos.

• Develop and retain talent while building future leaders within the team.

• Act as a senior voice within AG’s leadership and decision‑making structure.

This is a handover of responsibility - not a blank-sheet role.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Client Relationships and Business Development

• Ownership of achieving the Project Management Sales Target, with clear oversight of pipeline, conversion and forecasting.

• Maintain and strengthen Key Client Relationships.

• Drive growth through repeat work and client satisfaction.

• Collaborate closely with AG’s Sales and Marketing Team.

• Be visible in the market through networking, events and client engagement.

• Contribute to the strategic direction and positioning of the Project Management Service.

Service Line Leadership

• Full ownership of AG’s Project Management Service Line.

• Lead, develop and retain a high‑performing project delivery team.

• Set clear expectations around delivery, quality, behaviour and accountability.

• Mentor and develop future leaders within the team.

• Drive consistency of approach across offices and teams.

Project Delivery Excellence

• Lead or oversee AG’s most strategic and complex commissions.

• Act as escalation point for delivery or performance issues.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, to specification and exceed client expectations.

• Implement and maintain robust project processes, systems and controls.

• Manage delivery risk proactively and protect service‑line reputation.

Cross Office Collaboration

• Break down silos and drive collaboration across Preston, Manchester and Liverpool Offices.

• Ensure project teams operate as one unified service, not three separate offices.

• Foster knowledge sharing and best practice across the team.

• Work collaboratively with other service line heads (Building Surveying, QS, H&S, M&DC).

Leadership & Governance

• Operate as a senior leader within the business.

• Contribute to wider business strategy and decision making.

• Report to and work closely with the Commercial Director and Management Board.

• Represent the Project Management Service at senior leadership level.

Authority & Autonomy

The Head of Projects will have:

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• Authority over delivery approach within the service.

• A direct voice in strategic and operations decisions.

• The mandate to challenge internally and externally where needed.

• Clear accountability for outcomes, not just activity.

This is a role for someone comfortable making, and standing behind, difficult decisions.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a Building Surveyor‑led Project Manager, not a pure PM. The ideal candidate will have a background in Building Surveying, with the technical confidence to advise clients, challenge design teams and contractors and lead projects from a position of construction knowledge – not simply manage processes and programme.

We’re seeking an individual who:

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• Could bring new sector…