Are you interested in joining a high-performing business that works with some of the largest institutional developers within the residential sector?

Cast Consultancy is a leading residential-led consultancy focused on driving positive change across the development and construction industry. We provide project management, cost management and strategic advisory services. As part of our continued growth, we are increasingly focused on data-driven decision making and the thoughtful adoption of digital tools to enhance project delivery.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an Associate Director (Project Management) to join our London-based team.

In this role, you will take ownership of project performance across programme, quality, and risk, ensuring alignment with client and business objectives from inception through to completion. Typical project values range from £20m–£150m.

We value individuals who are strategically and commercially astute, forward-thinking, and have a strong interest in innovation, technology, and data-led approaches that enhance project delivery and reporting across their portfolio.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead multiple complex projects for key clients across all RIBA stages, ensuring alignment with client and business objectives
• Manage programme, risk, and senior stakeholder coordination across projects
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, acting as a strategic advisor
• Drive commercial performance, including fees, appointments, and business risk
• Mentor and develop project teams, fostering a culture of innovation, quality, and excellence

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Proven experience leading complex projects and project teams
• Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Passion for innovation, technology, and data-led approaches
• MRICS or relevant professional qualification preferred
• Deep understanding of the Real Estate and Construction industry
• MRICS or other relevant professional qualification preferred
• Demonstrable passion for the Real Estate and Construction Industry

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN:

Collaboration: Opportunity to work with a diverse team with some of the best cost and project management consultants in the industry

Career Development Planning: We have training and a support structure in place

Hybrid working policy: Flexibility to work from the office and home

Holiday: We offer 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. Additional day holiday after 5 years of service.

Cast Contribution Day: We offer one day per year to volunteer for a charity on behalf of Cast to give back to the community

Professional Memberships Fees paid: RICS/CIOB

Maternity leave: Competitive maternity package

Electric Vehicle Scheme: Access to a salary sacrifice EV leasing program with flexible options and added perks through our chosen partner

Nursery Fees: A salary sacrifice scheme designed to help you save on childcare costs

Discretionary Bonus: This is based on business & individual performance

Cycle to work scheme: We offer a scheme, which allows you to purchase commuter bikes and accessories though Cast whilst spreading the costs over 12 months

Medical Health insurance: Comprehensive BUPA health insurance policy.

Pension: matched contribution

Life Assurance: Salary linked insurance policy

Team socials and events: We organise quarterly team socials, social, cultural and sporting activities, weekly breakfast/lunches at the office, an annual summer conference, weekly treat days

PLACE WITHIN THE BUSINESS:

Your role will report directly to a Director.

OUR VALUES:

Respect: because respect creates followship and builds trust.

Share: because sharing is the foundation of knowledge.

Learn: because learning drives innovation and continuous improvement.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT:

Driving Industry Change, Delivering Better Outcomes, Creating Future Places

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace which harnesses the benefits of the diversity of our team and strives to represent the communities in which we live and work. Our vision is to establish an environment that attracts individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and talents, empowering them to contribute their best and authentic selves. We welcome and encourage applications from those who share our commitment to fostering this inclusive and authentic work culture.