Job Description

Ridge recently acquired Driven International Ltd -

a multidisciplinary practice offering architecture, engineering, visualisation and design of sports, leisure, driving and motorsport destinations. We push the boundaries of creativity and use of technology, bringing a fresh-thinking approach to the design of unique and sustainable venues. Our team is comprised of passionate, experienced and qualified design directors, architects, engineers and technicians collaborating from our design studio in Hampshire in the United Kingdom. We provide a full service from feasibility and concept design to detailed engineering, construction and operational support.


We are proud to be recruiting to expand this team, you can find the details below for this rare opportunity!

About the opportunity

Due to recent growth, we are seeking an Associate Project Manager for major motorsport construction projects in the middle east and far east regions relating to the provision of design, feasibility and operational consultancy services to clients on motorsport, entertainment, and sports & leisure venue construction projects.


Working closely with internal and external project stakeholders your role will be to coordinate the provision of technical advice from subject matter experts to multiple project stakeholders, through management and organisation of workshops, project records and high quality presentations to communicate project outcomes to our clients.

What you'll be doing

Coordinate project documentation such as external design information, incoming communications, design reviews, and internal technical documents by appropriate management of information and project records following agreed project communications protocols; Assist in tracking of project risks, actions, issues, decisions and critical changes that affect the project through diligent and periodic reporting to internal and external stakeholders; Prepare and assist in the presentation of project status reports to summarise key progress, risk and associated metrics, using highly presentable dashboard reporting for virtual & in person meetings, under the guidance of senior management and subject matter experts; Manage and contribute to the production of reports, presentations and financial calculations and other spreadsheets under the guidance of senior management and subject matter experts, and work with internal and external stakeholders to review and consolidate comments and improvements on a regular basis; and Have the opportunity for some limited travel throughout the project visiting client sites and high profile sporting events to meet with stakeholders and demonstrate industry practice.

Your skills and experience

Substantial working experience in a project management, engineering, or construction related sector; Degree in any technical discipline would be highly valued, especially those relating to engineering, mathematics or finance; Experience of project scheduling, including management of task planning tools, including gannt, kanban, and other equivalents; Fluency in Microsoft Office 365 (word, excel, ppt) to a professional standard; Proficiency in graphic design software such Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Indesign) would be highly valued; Proficiency in CAD software (Autodesk or Microstation) would also be highly valued;

Your approach and style

Has the ability to communicate technical/engineering language clearly to non-technical teams and clients, both verbally and in written reports. Has an interest in technology and using it to improve working methods and outputs Someone with a passion and enthusiasm for the motorsport industry and racing circuits Practical, organised and a keen eye for detail A high level of personal motivation and eager to learn new things and venture out of your comfort zone; Happy to work at a fast pace to meet project deadlines. Somebody who applies excellence in all they do and is willing to go the extra mile for a client. Wants the opportunity to work on world class, high profile and unique projects. A flexible approach to working hours can sometimes be required to meet international project deadlines Is willing to travel (UK and globally) on occasion and can adapt to different cultures or working environments

Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy. We provide our clients with access to a wide range of integrated expertise and professional disciplines to help them transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.


Our people make what we do possible, helping us lead the way with quality, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. That's why we challenge them to be the best they can be and offer exceptional training and career development opportunities at all levels.


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