Job | Assistant Project Manager [Ref 8943]
Company | Specialist M&E Contractor
Areas | M&E Projects
Tech | Electrical Systems
Development | Progression to PM
Location | South Yorkshire UK travel (hybrid)
Offer | £30k-£40k + private medical + bonus + life assurance
A unique opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join a well-established M&E contractor delivering complex big ticket projects across the UK.
This role is well suited to an individual with early-stage project management or site-based experience who is keen to accelerate their progression into a full Project Manager position.
Working closely with Project Managers and Senior Project Managers, you will play a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of multiple projects.
You will be joining a collaborative and supportive team that offers genuine long-term career development and a clearly defined progression pathway.
Youll do all of this whilst gaining valuable niche M&E expertise which will propel your earnings ahead of other construction / Civils peers.
Role Overview
Support the planning, organisation, and delivery of M&E projects from inception to completion
Assist with project programmes, documentation, procurement, and progress reporting
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure effective communication
Support the preparation of RAMS, variations, project costings, and tender documentation. CDM experience is a plus.
Attend site visits, carry out inspections, and assist with the management of subcontractors and site supervisors
Help manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring quality, programme, and budget targets are met
Assist in resolving site-based issues and promote a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Candidate Requirements
Experience in a construction or project coordination role (e.g. Assistant Project Manager, Trainee PM, Site Supervisor, Technical Coordinator)
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with site teams and stakeholders
Full UK driving licence this role will involve a lot of travel and face time on site.
Strong ambition to progress into a Project Manager role
Salary & Benefits
£30,000 £40,000 salary, dependent on experience
Permanent, full-time position
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Company mobile phone
Enhanced workplace pension
Discretionary performance-related bonus
Structured and supported progression route to Project Manager
If you're ready to step up your progression game and play a key role in shaping how these projects move forward, wed love to hear from you.
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