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Posted 05 August, 2026

Associate Director - Project Controls

Infraspec
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Associate Director – Project Controls

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London | Hybrid Working

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Excellent Salary + Comprehensive Benefits

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Are you an experienced Project Controls leader looking to shape the delivery of some of the UK's most complex infrastructure programmes?

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I'm partnering with a leading consultancy that is continuing to invest in its Project Controls capability. As part of its growth strategy, it's seeking an Associate Director to lead the delivery of Project Controls services across a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure projects while helping to develop clients, teams and future business opportunities.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to combine technical excellence, client engagement and business growth within a collaborative and highly respected consultancy.

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The Role

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As an Associate Director, you'll play a key role in leading Project Controls teams and advising clients on the successful delivery of major capital programmes.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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  • Leading multidisciplinary Project Controls teams across complex infrastructure programmes
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  • Providing strategic advice on project controls, governance and performance management
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  • Building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
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  • Overseeing project performance across cost, schedule, risk and change
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  • Supporting business development, bids and client growth
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  • Developing and mentoring Project Controls professionals
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  • Driving continuous improvement and best practice across project controls delivery
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About You

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We're keen to hear from experienced Project Controls leaders who can demonstrate:

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  • Leadership of Project Controls teams on major infrastructure or capital programmes
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  • Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience
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  • Commercial awareness and the ability to develop long-term client relationships
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  • Experience across multiple Project Controls disciplines, including cost, planning, risk and change
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  • A passion for developing people and building high-performing teams
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Experience with Cost Management, Earned Value Management (EVM) and NEC contracts would be highly desirable, alongside a strong understanding of project governance and programme performance.

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Experience working within consultancy or advising clients on complex infrastructure programmes would be advantageous.

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What's On Offer?

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'14; Excellent salary and cash/car allowance, private medical for you and your family, life assurance, dental insurance and more

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'14; Hybrid working

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'14; Leadership role with genuine influence

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'14; Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure programmes

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'14; Clear pathway for career progression

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'14; Collaborative, supportive and high-performing environment

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Apply Today

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If you're ready to take the next step in your Project Controls leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

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Click 'Apply' to submit your application today.

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If this opportunity isn't quite the right fit, I'd still encourage you to apply. I'm recruiting for a range of senior Project Controls opportunities across London and the UK, and your application will be considered for any suitable roles that match your skills, experience and career aspirations.