Assistant Project Manager

Peterborough (with travel as required)

Full Time (42 hours per week)

Build Your Future With Princebuild

We are looking for a driven and adaptable Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Peterborough, supporting the successful delivery of construction projects across our portfolio.

At Princebuild, we are proud to be a family business built on the values of Building, Sharing, and Caring. These values are at the heart of everything we do and shape how we work with our colleagues, clients, and communities.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment where your contribution genuinely matters and where you will be trusted to make a difference.

We are looking for someone who communicates clearly, works collaboratively, takes ownership, and consistently delivers high standards while reflecting our values in everything they do.

What We Offer

We believe in recognising and rewarding great work. Our benefits include:

Competitive salary
Company vehicle with fuel card or allowance
Corporate clothing
Employee profit share scheme
21 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 2 years' continuous service
Early finish on Fridays
Departmental bonuses and long service awards
Health and wellbeing support, including access to qualified Mental Health First Aiders
Positive working culture supported by the Princebuild Founders Trust and Princebuild Foundation, helping local community projects
Ongoing training, development, and clear career progression opportunities
An inclusive employer, accredited by Investors in People and Positive About Disabled People
Regular social events and charity initiatives throughout the year

What We're Looking For

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and experience. To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

Essential:

Construction-related qualification (BSc, HNC/HND or equivalent experience considered)
Proven experience as an Assistant Project Manager or a similar role within the construction industry
Strong understanding of construction processes and commercial awareness
Ability to interpret drawings and technical information
Experience in coordinating and organising multiple trade disciplines and site teams.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to co-ordination multiple activities and prioritise tasks
A proactive, positive, and solutions-focused approach aligned with our values of Building, Sharing, and Caring
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Confidence using IT systems (Microsoft Office and project tools)
Full UK driving licence (minimum 6 months post-test experience)
Commitment to professional standards, learning, and continuous improvement

Desirable:

SMSTS or SSSTS
First Aid at Work certification
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWCTC)
Experience in commercial and design and build projects
Understanding of JCT contracts

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement. Attitude, potential, and willingness to learn are just as important to us.

Please Note: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check (including the Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists), any may require additional vetting as required by clients. All checks must be maintained and renewed upon request.

We Look Forward To You Working With Us!

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager will support the successful delivery of projects by working closely with Project Managers, site teams, and stakeholders. You will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard, meeting programme, cost, and quality expectations.

Working alongside Project Managers, you’ll be involved in delivering high-profile retail, commercial and refurbishment projects, giving you exposure to every stage of the project lifecycle.

This role is designed for someone looking to progress into a Project Management position. You’ll receive mentoring from experienced Senior Project Managers, together with ongoing professional development.

Our team delivers a variety of refurbishment and construction projects for some of the UK’s leading retail and commercial clients. Every project is different, providing the opportunity to develop technical, commercial and leadership skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.

This is a key supporting role within the team, contributing to strong communication, collaboration, and a culture built on Building, Sharing, and Caring throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers with the successful delivery of allocated refurbishment and construction projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
Support the management of projects to ensure they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, company policies and procedures and all statutory requirements.
Assist in developing and monitoring project programmes, identifying potential risks and escalating issues where appropriate.
Attend and contribute to project, site and client meetings, preparing reports, progress updates and meeting minutes as required.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
Interpret contract documentation, specifications, design information and construction drawings, to support the successful delivery of projects.
Support the co-ordination and monitoring of subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure programme, quality and safety standards are achieved.
Monitor project progress and support the resolution of day-to-day site and project issues.
Assist with project cost control, including variations, valuations, procurement and commercial reporting.
Support the procurement of materials and plant, ensuring resources are available and in line with project programmes.
Assist with quality inspections and ensure defects are identified and resolved promptly.
Support tendering and pre-construction activities alongside the estimating and commercial teams where required.
Promote a collaborative working environment that reflects the Company’s values of Building, Sharing and Caring.
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and support continued professional development towards becoming a Project Manager.

Working Hours

This is a Full-time position of 42 hours per week:

Monday to Thursday: 07:45 – 17:15hrs
Friday: 07:45 – 16:45rs

Flexibility and travel (including occasional overnight stays) may be required depending on project needs.

Personal Competencies

Communicates clearly and professionally in all situations
Represents Princebuild with pride and integrity
Balances personal goals with Princebuild objectives
Takes ownership and delivers on commitments
Makes sound, practical decisions
Supports and motivates others within the team
Adapts positively to changing project demands
Understands the commercial and practical realities of construction
Demonstrates Building, Sharing, and Caring in everything they do
Brings a practical, solutions-focused mindset
Remains resilient under pressure
Shows empathy, integrity and awareness of others

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Princebuild is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we are here to support you.

Important Information

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (including Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists) and may require additional client-specific vetting.
This role may require travel and occasional overnight stays as needed
The above information should only be used as a guide to the duties and responsibilities expected. It should be noted that the duties and responsibilities might not included or be limited to the information give above as these may vary from time to time, depending on the contracts in hand and in accordance with the manager’s discretion.

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