Associate Director, PMO Consultant Gleeds Property Advisory Birmingham, Nottingham, London About this opportunity We’re not just a construction consultancy, we're a catalyst for change. Since 1885, we’ve been bringing to life new ideas and big visions for the built environment. In today’s fast-changing world, we’re continually connecting people, places, ideas and possibilities to make every day another step towards a better future. Gleeds Property Advisory are searching for an Associate or Associate Director Construction Programme Specialist to join our Nottingham, London or Birmingham office as an Associate Director to provide construction PMO / Programme services, developing and delivering major programmes for public sector clients across the UK. You wil also take on management responsibilities within the team and be responsible for supporting business development in the region and nationally for new revenue streams, and support public sector clients to secure funding through business case development & support. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives Positively engaging with customers and developing, growing and maintaining customer relationships Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer’s requirements. Managing projects and/or programmes to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures Administering contracts as a contract administrator, employer’s agent or project manager. Producing and presenting to customers Identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the business units activities Managing service delivery for profit. Advising directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or may arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance. As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to: Opportunities to develop and grow your career A contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme Flexible working arrangements About You Who we’re looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills Extensive experience in delivering project management and/or programme management services on construction projects Excellent knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies Extensive knowledge of construction technologies, sequences, methods and materials Excellent commercial background, including familiarity with contract conditions and procedures and ability to administer contracts (as contract administrator, employer’s agent and/or project manager) Sound understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Demonstrate experience of leading high performance multi-disciplinary project delivery teams Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments. Excellent problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Proficient networker. Specialist knowledge of a specific industry sector (i.e. Residential, Hotels, Commercial, Retail, Leisure, Education, or other). Ability to prepare first-class bids for services. Competent at negotiating sufficient fees to both complete services and generate required profit levels. Demonstrable evidence of delivering services to Clients and managing Client relationships. Demonstrable experience of timely interfacing with clients and key stakeholders at the highest level. Experience managing multiple projects Ability to work as part of a team and lead teams. Qualifications MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or MAPM (Member of the Association of Project Managers) or MCIOB (Member of the Chartered Institute of Builders) About Us About us A world of opportunity Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose. With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive. Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work: Professionalism with personality Excellence with humility Innovation with agility We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender. We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual. Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.