Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager – M&E Projects – Cambridge
£225–£280/day (via umbrella)
Contract until January 2026
On-site World-Class Research Campus £100k–£3m Project Values

We’re currently supporting a leading client with an exciting opportunity based at the prestigious Wellcome Genome Campus in Cambridge — a world-renowned centre for genomic research, life sciences, and innovation.

The site is currently delivering seven live Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) projects across a busy, operational campus environment. They are looking to appoint a hands-on assistant project manager.

Role Overview:

£225–£280 per day, with consistent work secured until January 2026

Cambridge-based role with full on-site presence required (foot mobile)

Assisting on range of M&E projects, including mechanical, electrical, BMS, HVAC, and plant

Project values between £100k and £3m

Coordination with internal facilities teams and external contractors

Responsibility for daily site operations, logistics, progress tracking, and contractor coordination

Scope to support or lead project delivery depending on experience

Ideal Candidate:

Experience as an assistant project manager, or site manager in building services, construction, M&E or engineering

Comfortable working within live, operational environments

Strong communication and contractor management skills

Interested?
If you’re available now or in the coming weeks, we’d be happy to arrange a confidential conversation and share further project details.

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