Assistant Project Manager – Construction Consultancy

Assistant Project Manager – Construction Consultancy

Location: London

Salary: Circa £28,000 – £32,000

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to join a dynamic construction consultancy based in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual at an early stage in their career to gain exposure to a wide range of projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, and public sector developments.

You will support senior project managers in delivering projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the day-to-day management of construction projects from pre-construction through to completion

Support with project planning, programming, and reporting

Attend and minute client, design team, and site meetings

Monitor project progress and help track key milestones and deliverables

Assist in managing risk, change control, and project documentation

Liaise with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders

Support procurement activities and tender processes

Ensure compliance with health & safety and CDM regulations

Requirements

Degree qualified (or working towards) in:

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Project Management or similar

1–2 years’ experience within:

Construction consultancy OR

Main contractor environment (placement or graduate experience considered)

Strong organisational and communication skills

Good understanding of construction processes and project lifecycle

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project desirable)

Desirable

Working towards or interest in professional accreditation such as RICS, APM, or CIOB

Basic understanding of JCT contracts

Previous internship or placement within construction/project management

What’s on Offer

Salary circa £30,000

Structured training and mentorship from senior professionals

Support towards chartership (RICS/APM/CIOB)

Exposure to a variety of high-profile London-based projects

Clear career progression pathway within a growing consultancy

Ideal Candidate Profile

You’ll likely be:

A recent graduate or early-career professional

Eager to develop a long-term career in project management

Detail-oriented, proactive, and keen to learn

Comfortable working in a fast-paced consultancy environment