Assistant Project Manager – Water
Location: Kent
Salary: £42,000 – £55,000
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join a growing project delivery team working across a portfolio of water infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects in Kent .
This role would suit an ambitious Assistant Project Manager with a background in civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities who is looking to take on greater project responsibility and progress towards a Project Manager position.
The Role
Working alongside experienced Project Managers, you will support the successful delivery of projects from planning and pre-construction through to delivery, commissioning and handover.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of multiple projects
- Monitoring programmes, costs, risks and overall project performance
- Coordinating contractors, subcontractors and key stakeholders
- Supporting commercial and change management activities
- Ensuring projects are delivered in line with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements
- Producing project reports and providing regular progress updates
- Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities
- Supporting commissioning, completion and final handover
About You
We are looking for someone with:
- Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or a related construction environment
- Previous experience supporting the delivery of construction or engineering projects
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Good commercial and programme awareness
- The ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders
- APM, PMQ or PMP qualification , or working towards a recognised project management qualification
Previous experience within the water sector would be advantageous but is not essential , with candidates from the wider civil engineering and infrastructure sectors encouraged to apply.
What's on Offer?
This is an opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of work across the water sector and a genuine focus on developing its project management capability.
For the right individual, there is a clear progression route into a Project Manager position , making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career.
If you are an Assistant Project Manager with a civil engineering or infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in Kent, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
