_{13th November, 2026}

Associate Director / Senior Project Manager / Project Manager
Major Regeneration Programme

Manchester / North West (Hybrid Working)
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Benefits
Permanent | Full-Time


Tempest Jones is supporting a leading international construction and property consultancy with several appointments across its growing Public Sector Development and Project Management team in the North West.

The business has an established presence across the region, working with a range of public sector clients to deliver complex construction, property and regeneration projects.

These appointments offer the opportunity to become involved in a major, high-profile regeneration programme, representing one of the region's most significant opportunities to transform a substantial area of previously developed land into a new, sustainable residential neighbourhood.

The multi-million-pound programme will be delivered over several phases and will bring together new homes, public spaces, landscaping and wider infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, design quality and creating a lasting legacy for the surrounding community.

The scale and complexity of the development, alongside the involvement of multiple public and private sector stakeholders, make this a particularly interesting opportunity for Project Managers looking to strengthen their experience on major regeneration programmes.

We are interested in speaking with experienced Project Managers, Senior Project Managers and Associate Directors who have worked directly with public sector clients and are looking to take the next step in their careers.

Whilst this landmark development will form an important part of your initial workload, you will also be joining an established regional team with wider public and private sector client relationships, a varied portfolio of commissions and opportunities for long-term career progression.


The Opportunity

Depending on your level and experience, you will take responsibility for managing public sector construction and regeneration projects through different stages of their lifecycle, working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, development partners and other key stakeholders.

Your initial involvement will be within a substantial, multi-phase regeneration programme that has already benefited from significant public sector investment and is progressing through an important stage of its development.

The project offers exposure to the complexities of major regeneration, including early-stage planning and design, stakeholder engagement, procurement, infrastructure considerations and the coordination of phased development.

Beyond this initial commission, you will have the opportunity to work across a broader portfolio of public sector projects throughout the North West.

Your responsibilities could include:

• Managing projects from initial feasibility and business case development through design, procurement, construction and completion
• Establishing project objectives, programmes, budgets and delivery strategies
• Acting as a key point of contact for public sector clients, ensuring projects are delivered in line with their objectives and requirements
• Coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams, contractors and development partners
• Managing programme, risk, change control and project governance
• Supporting procurement processes and the appointment of consultants and contractors
• Monitoring project performance and providing clear, accurate reporting to clients and stakeholders
• Navigating the requirements and governance processes associated with publicly funded construction and regeneration projects
• Managing complex stakeholder relationships and balancing competing project priorities
• Identifying potential challenges early and driving appropriate solutions
• Supporting and mentoring developing Project Managers
• At Associate Director level, taking greater responsibility for major commissions, client relationships, business development and team leadership

About You

We are open to speaking with professionals at different stages of their Project Management careers, from established Project Managers looking to take the next step through to experienced Senior Project Managers and Associate Directors.

Experience working directly with public sector clients is essential for these appointments. We are particularly interested in candidates who understand the challenges, expectations and governance requirements associated with delivering construction projects for publicly funded organisations.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience managing construction or property projects on behalf of public sector clients
• Experience working with organisations such as local authorities, central government departments, NHS Trusts, education providers or other public bodies
• A background within a construction or property consultancy, client-side organisation or other relevant built environment setting
• A strong understanding of the project lifecycle, from early feasibility through to construction and completion
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and managing external stakeholders
• Good commercial awareness, with an understanding of programme management, procurement, risk and project governance
• Strong communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective client relationships
• A relevant degree or professional qualification, or be working towards one

Experience delivering major regeneration, residential development or complex, multi-phase construction programmes would be particularly advantageous, although this is not essential.

We are equally interested in candidates who have developed strong project delivery experience within other public sector environments and have the ability to transfer those skills into major regeneration projects.

For more senior appointments, we would also welcome experience leading major commissions, managing client accounts, mentoring colleagues and contributing to the growth of a Project Management team.


Why Consider This Opportunity?

The opportunity to become involved in a landmark regeneration programme is a major attraction of these appointments.

Large-scale regeneration projects of this nature present a different set of challenges to more conventional construction commissions. They require a broader understanding of development, an ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and the experience to manage projects through complex planning, procurement and delivery processes.

The initial programme offers the opportunity to contribute to the transformation of a substantial, previously underutilised site into a new residential community, bringing together housing, infrastructure, public spaces and environmental improvements.

With the development progressing towards its next stages, there is an opportunity to become involved at a particularly interesting point in its evolution, helping shape and coordinate the work that will ultimately bring the wider regeneration vision to life.

Importantly, this is not simply a role tied to one development. You will be joining an established international consultancy with a strong regional presence, existing public sector relationships and the opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of construction and regeneration projects.

The continued growth of the team also creates genuine opportunities for career progression. Whether you are a Project Manager looking to step into a more senior position, a Senior Project Manager seeking greater responsibility or an established professional ready for Associate Director level, there is scope to develop your career within a supportive and ambitious business.

You will also benefit from the wider expertise and resources of a leading international consultancy, with opportunities to collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines and contribute to high-profile projects.

The work itself offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Public sector construction and regeneration programmes play an important role in shaping communities, supporting economic growth and creating places that will benefit future generations.

For a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please apply now or contact John Tempest at Tempest Jones on john@tempestjones.com.

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