Associate Director - Life Sciences Construction Project Management

Location: London

Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid

Compensation: Total package up to £100,000

About the role

Sentinel is partnering with an established project and programme management consultancy to find a driven Associate Director to grow their Life Sciences practice. This is a senior, client-facing position suited to someone who has experience delivering complex construction and infrastructure projects across the pharmaceutical, biotech, or broader life sciences sectors.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of complex project commissions and contributing to major new build programmes across London and the South East
• Developing and executing a growth-focused business plan across public and private sector clients
• Building lasting relationships with clients, senior stakeholders, and supply chain partners
• Assembling and leading high-performing project teams, with clear accountability at every level
• Overseeing project delivery against time, cost, and quality objectives using appropriate methodologies
• Proactively identifying, monitoring, and mitigating project risks and issues
• Producing clear, evidence-based progress reporting for senior stakeholders
• Evaluating project outcomes and translating lessons into improved practice

Requirements

• Solid background delivering construction projects and programmes within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or broader life sciences sectors
• Experience within a consultancy environment
• Strong working knowledge of construction and engineering principles, including relevant design and compliance requirements
• An active network across the life sciences supply chain