Associate Director - Programme and Project Management

Associate Director - Programme and Project Management

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead major healthcare projects and build strong client relationships.
  • Company: Dynamic firm focused on healthcare project management in the Midlands.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonuses, private medical insurance, and generous leave options.
  • Other info: Flexible working, international opportunities, and a focus on diversity and wellbeing.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while growing your career in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: Proven track record in project management and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Role Overview As part of the continued growth of our Programme and Project Management team, we are recruiting an Associate Director to lead the delivery of major, complex healthcare programmes across the Midlands, based in our Birmingham office.

This senior leadership role focuses on delivery excellence and business growth.

Responsibilities Lead high-value capital projects.

Build and deepen client relationships.

Drive the development of a strong and sustainable pipeline of work aligned to regional and national business plans.

Work closely with the Regional Director and wider leadership team.

Act as a specialism lead, shaping and enhancing our PPM offering.

Contribute to the broader strategic ambition of Archus.

You’ll Bring A proven track record of winning and growing PPM work within a region or sector.

Strong experience leading teams and developing people.

End-to-end experience of healthcare project delivery, including NEC/JCT contract administration and governance.

Excellent commercial awareness, with accountability for revenue and margin performance.

Deep understanding of the healthcare sector and operating environment.

Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior stakeholder level.

Possession or working towards a relevant professional qualification such as MRICS, APM, MCIOB, RIBA or equivalent.

Benefits and Salary Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Great social culture.

Attractive annual bonus incentivisation.

Life assurance.

Individual private medical insurance.

Group income protection cover.

Pension – matching up to 5% employer contribution for 5% employee contribution.

Employee share trust – employees own 10% share of the business.

Sale reward scheme.

Up to a maximum of 28 days annual leave based on length of service.

Annual leave purchase scheme (up to 5 additional days per annum). 1 annual wellbeing day. 1 annual volunteering day.

Enhanced family friendly leave such as 12 weeks full maternity pay.

Hybrid/flexible approach to work.

International secondments.

Unpaid sabbatical up to 12 weeks, extendable to a formal 6-month career break.

Opportunity to participate in internal working groups focusing on Diversity

Associate Director - Programme and Project Management employer: Archus

Archus is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where senior leaders are empowered to shape the future of healthcare delivery. Based in London, we offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to employee growth, making it an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

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Contact Details:

Archus Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Associate Director - Programme and Project Management

Programme and Project Management
Healthcare Project Delivery
NEC/JCT Contract Administration
Governance
Client Relationship Management
Team Leadership
Commercial Awareness