Associate Project Manager

Gleeds

Cambridge, UKhybridPosted Jul 14, 2026
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About the role

All Locations

Cambridge

Sector

Real Estate & Property

Associate Project Manager

Real Estate Construction, Cambridge

Permanent | Hybrid working

About this opportunity

We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified construction project manager to join our growing Cambridge office.

We're searching for someone passionate about growth, looking to make a tangible impact on a high potential project management team.

Joining us as associate project manager, you’ll help turn client requirements into well-managed building projects, ensuring people, information and decisions moving. This role needs clear communication, calm organisation and the confidence to recognise issues early to mitigate impact on projects.

You'll help shape the future of your team and our Cambridge office. Working with directors and senior colleagues, you'll help identify and secure new work, support junior project managers on their professional journey, and play a key role in office strategies and initiatives.

our Cambridge team work across a wide range of sectors, with particular specialisms in heritage and culture, life sciences and high-quality project delivery. It’s a strong base for varied work and iconic projects with high profile clients.

You will also have an impact regionally, collaborating and building relationships with neighbouring offices to strengthen our capabilities and client offering, with scope to explore opportunities in new markets.

What you'll do

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing building projects and programmes to deliver high-quality services and client outcomes

Administering contracts as project manager, contract administrator or employer’s agent where required

Coordinating clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders through design, procurement and delivery stages

Managing complex commissions and multidisciplinary project teams

Providing trusted advice to clients and senior stakeholders

Developing client relationships and identifying opportunities to secure further workstreams

Business development, networking, and marketing activities to generate new business opportunities

Managing and mentoring junior project managers to support professional development

What you'll bring

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

Sound project management experience in professional consultancy environment

Experience acting as contract administrator, employers agent or technical advisor from project inception to completion

Sound knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts, procurement routes and building project delivery

Excellent technical and commercial judgement, informing strong reporting and decision making skills

In depth understanding of RIBA lifecycle, construction methodologies and UK building regulations

Clear written & verbal communication with a sound understanding of suitable tone and language

Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to develop strong professional relationships

Ability to absorb and understand complex information and assess requirements readily.

A people focused, growth-minded approach to people management, mentoring, and development

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, you will hold, or be working towards full membership to one of the following professional bodies:

RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or

APM (Association of Project Managers) or

CIOB (Chartered Institute of Builders)

Gleeds provide professional guidance, support and regular reviews to help you achieve your professional qualifications.

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at careers@gleeds.com

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