Assistant Project Manager
Job Title: Assistant Project Manager
Location: Horton / Heathrow (projects across London & South of England)
Employment Type: Permanent or Contract (Freelance)
Salary / Rates
Contract: £350 – £400 per day
Permanent: £60,000 – £65,000 per annum + benefits
Company Overview
Our client is a specialist lining and utilities contractor delivering multiple multi-million-pound infrastructure projects across London and the South of England. The business is currently active on Thames Water AMP8, with newly secured framework awards with Southern Water and Wessex Water, and ongoing works on major infrastructure projects including HS2 in London.
Due to continued growth and secured long-term workload, they are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of key projects within the water and major infrastructure sectors.
Role Overview
The Assistant Project Manager will support Senior Project Managers in the successful delivery of projects across the Thames Water framework and HS2 works in London. The role will involve both site-based and office-based responsibilities, providing exposure to all aspects of project delivery including planning, commercial management, client liaison, and health & safety.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop their career within a growing specialist contractor working on high-profile frameworks and major projects.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the day-to-day management of projects from inception through to completion
Support the delivery of works in line with programme, budget, quality, and safety requirements
Assist in coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
Support client and stakeholder communications, including attending meetings
Assist with cost control, change management, and project reporting
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
Support the preparation of project documentation including programmes, RAMS, and reports
Contribute to planning, procurement, and resource coordination
Provide support across multiple projects as required within the framework environment
Experience & Background
Essential:
Experience within water, utilities, civils, or major infrastructure projects
Exposure to working on a water framework (AMP projects) or a major project such as:
HS2
Thames Tideway
Crossrail
Hinkley Point C
Understanding of construction project delivery and site operations
Strong organisational and communication skills
Desirable:
Experience working for a specialist contractor (utilities, lining, or infrastructure)
Familiarity with NEC contracts and framework environments
Qualifications
SMSTS (essential or working towards)
Relevant Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, PMP or similar – desirable)
CSCS (relevant level)
Why Apply?
Long-term secured workload across AMP8 and major UK infrastructure programmes
Opportunity to gain experience on high-profile projects across London and the South
Flexible engagement: contract or permanent
Strong career progression within a growing specialist contractor