Project Manager – Client Side

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Management Services Lead to establish and lead a new project management advisory function. This senior role is ideal for a client-side project manager who brings deep expertise in project leadership, stakeholder engagement, governance, and project controls, and is now ready to build a service offering from the ground up.

You’ll shape delivery frameworks, mentor a team, and manage complex capital works from planning through to completion—working closely with clients across public and private sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy

• Design and launch a new client-side project management function within a growing consultancy.
• Define delivery methodology, tools, and governance frameworks to support high-quality project outcomes.
• Identify target sectors and growth opportunities to expand the service offering.

Project Oversight & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major infrastructure or building projects across planning, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Support the preparation of business cases, funding applications, and project delivery strategies.
• Manage risk, scope, time, cost, and quality across multiple concurrent projects.

Client Engagement

• Operate as the key point of contact for clients, acting in a trusted advisor capacity.
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments involving government bodies, consultants, contractors, and community representatives.

Team Development

• Build and lead a high-performing team of client-side project managers and coordinators.
• Mentor junior staff and establish a culture of performance, collaboration, and accountability.

Governance & Assurance

• Provide oversight and assurance for project reporting, compliance, and milestone delivery.
• Implement robust controls for reporting, cost tracking, change management, and project health checks.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 12 years of experience as a client-side project manager, with a proven record of delivering capital works in consulting, advisory, or infrastructure environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects across all lifecycle phases including planning, design, procurement, delivery, and commissioning.
• Previous experience in client-side advisory or consultancy environments, supporting major infrastructure, building, or public sector projects.
• Strong leadership and commercial acumen, with experience building and mentoring teams.
• Solid understanding of delivery risk, stakeholder management, and project governance.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction, Architecture, or Project Management.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder presence at executive level.

What’s On Offer:

• Lead and shape a new strategic offering in project management services.
• Autonomy to build your own team and delivery systems.
• Work across exciting sectors including infrastructure, health, education, and utilities.
• Competitive salary package, bonus potential, and long-term career pathway.

Interested? Please contact Andrew at andrew@recruitsearchgrow.com or apply online.

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