Assistant Project Manager

Are you an Assistant Project Manager looking to take the next step in your project management career?

We’re hiring an Assistant Project Manager in Nottingham to support the successful delivery of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with hybrid working, structured professional development and the chance to work alongside experienced Project Managers and Cost Managers within a growing consultancy.

This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated project professional looking to gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle while receiving support towards chartered status and long-term career progression.

Our client is a specialist Project Management and Cost Management consultancy based in Nottingham. They provide expert advice and delivery services across the infrastructure, residential and commercial sectors for both private and public sector clients.

Their service offering includes Project Management, Programme Management, Development Management, Programme Analysis, Contract & Procurement Advice and Cost Management. They have built a strong reputation for delivering successful projects while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture that enables employees to develop and thrive.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work closely with experienced Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to support the delivery of a diverse range of construction projects.

You will gain exposure to both pre-contract and post-contract project management services, assisting with project planning, risk management, reporting, stakeholder engagement and contract administration activities. This role provides an excellent foundation for developing your technical and professional skills whilst working towards chartership.

As an Assistant Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing administrative and coordination support across multiple projects.
• Supporting Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors with project delivery activities.
• Preparing project programmes, risk registers and client-facing reports.
• Attending project, consultant and client meetings as required.
• Assisting with the production and maintenance of contract documentation and project controls.
• Supporting post-contract services including site visits, progress meetings, contract administration and defects management.
• Assisting with pre-contract services including project programming, reporting and risk management activities.
• Building effective working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and colleagues.
• Managing workload priorities and ensuring key project deadlines are achieved.
• Travelling to client offices and construction sites as required.

To be successful in this Assistant Project Manager position, the desirable candidate should demonstrate:

• A relevant degree qualification.
• Understanding of construction contracts, particularly JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• A proactive, enthusiastic and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn from experienced professionals.
• Working towards or enrolled on a relevant chartership pathway (desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence (desirable).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, commercial and residential developments while receiving structured support to accelerate your career.

As an Assistant Project Manager, your package includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Support towards professional development and chartered status.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced pension scheme with 6% employer contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional loyalty days.
• Life assurance (3x salary).
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Learning and development programme with regular internal training seminars.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

Apply Now – Assistant Project Manager Job in Nottingham.

Take the next step in your project management career today.

Apply now to join an ambitious and growing consultancy delivering impactful infrastructure, residential and commercial projects across the UK. If your application is successful, we'll be in touch within 48 hours to provide further details on the company, role and project portfolio.

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