Assistant Project Manager
At Telent, we don't just manage projects - we empower our people to lead them. As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering critical, complex work that keeps the UK's essential infrastructure connected and protected 24/7. We give you the autonomy to innovate, take ownership, and make agile, informed decisions. If you're looking for an environment where you can truly stretch your capabilities, grow professionally, and make a real impact - we want to hear from you.
Working closely with the Project Manager, you'll support the delivery of a variety of Minor Works projects as part of our ongoing partnership with Transport for London (TfL). These include essential systems such as CCTV, PA/VA, and Speaker Systems that help keep London moving safely and efficiently.
This is a hybrid role, with the flexibility to work remotely while attending our Canning Town office two days per week.
What You'll Do:
Supporting the end-to-end delivery of Minor Works projects for TfL (CCTV / PA/VA Systems / Speaker Systems)
Preparing cost estimates and quotes for new project opportunities
Assisting with project mobilisation plans and tracking execution milestones
Monitoring project finances and performance via internal reporting system
Coordinating daily activities of project teams, including subcontractors
Ensuring compliance with both client and Telent QEHS standards
Gathering and preparing inputs for monthly contract reviewsWho You Are:
You're a proactive and organised professional with experience in project coordination or management, ideally within infrastructure-related sectors. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, communicate clearly, and are confident working with a variety of stakeholders.
Key Requirements:
Experience working on projects within Rail, Telecoms, Construction, or Utilities
Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness
Familiarity with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QEHS) standards
Excellent multitasking and time management abilities
Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal
Experience with TfL or London Underground (LUL) projects is highly desirable
Working towards APM/PRINCE2 Practitioner certification or similar is a plusWhat we offer:
A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.
We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.
The additional benefits with this role:
34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually
Company pension scheme
A range of family friendly policies
Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
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We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support