Overview
Amentum is a global leader in engineering, project and programme management and solutions integration. Our Defence & Security business supports the UK Ministry of Defence in delivering capability and objectives across multiple frameworks, including the Project Delivery Partner framework. We provide Project Management, Project Controls and Operational Delivery support across land, sea, air, and corporate domains. The work is internationally oriented and our teams develop their skills to the highest levels while maintaining employee welfare and career development.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to attract and retain the best talent. UK employees receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also contribute to our communities through matched funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for Assistant Project Managers with experience in infrastructure and major construction projects to join our expanding team. In this role, you will play a key supporting role in helping our clients successfully deliver highly complex programmes across the built environment. The position is primarily based in Barrow, with a requirement to be on-site for 3 to 4 days per week, with the remainder of the week offering hybrid or remote working flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of projects in accordance with organisational policies, processes, and procedures.
* Assist in the development and assurance of business cases as part of wider approval processes.
* Help translate customer requirements into defined project scopes and support scope management through effective change control.
* Contribute to the analysis, planning, and monitoring of project delivery to ensure timely and cost-effective outcomes.
* Support project performance reporting and help identify risks, issues, and opportunities.
* Assist in managing project assumptions, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
* Promote compliance with safety, environmental, and management procedures.
* Support the application of appropriate project delivery strategies and commercial approaches.
* Coordinate with technical, engineering, project controls, commercial, and financial teams to ensure integrated project support.
* Help maintain accurate project records and documentation.
* Contribute to continuous improvement and lessons learned initiatives.
What You’ll Need
* Some experience supporting the delivery of infrastructure or major construction projects.
* Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
* A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and project delivery.
* Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g. APM, PRINCE2, Agile).
* Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject.
* Working towards or holding an APM qualification (e.g. PFQ or PMQ) is desirable.
* An understanding of the Defence sector or experience working with Tier 1 contractors is advantageous.
* Membership of the Association for Project Management (MAPM) or similar professional body would be beneficial.
Our Culture
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, and caring. We put people at the heart of our business and believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to be inclusive and connected, and we are committed to diversity. We accept people for who they are, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance. This is reflected in our Global Employee Networks and our inclusivity initiatives.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit "Promoting Equality & in Jobs and Career - VERCIDA" to view and access our roles. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working or who may not meet all listed requirements.
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Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplementary posters.
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