OVERVIEW A brand new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and driven Junior Project Manager to join a leading construction consultancy in Nottingham. This role offers hands-on exposure to a wide range of construction projects, supporting delivery across both pre- and post-contract stages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop their project management career, take on increasing responsibility, and progress towards independently managing projects. It is particularly suitable for those at graduate, trainee, or early project management level with construction or contractor-side experience. CLIENT Our client is a nationally operating, multidisciplinary construction consultancy with an excellent reputation across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors. They are committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused project outcomes while fostering an inclusive and collaborative work culture. The organisation places strong emphasis on professional growth, offering continuous learning, wellbeing support, and clear progression pathways for aspiring project managers. ROLE As a Junior Project Manager, you will support senior project managers while gradually taking ownership of your own project workstreams. The role spans contract administration, project programming, consultant coordination, client communication, and wider project delivery responsibilities. You will be actively involved in planning, managing, monitoring, and delivering construction projects to meet time, cost, and quality targets. This position provides a structured development route for those at early career stage, helping you build the confidence and competence needed to advance into more senior project management roles within the consultancy. RESPONSIBILITIES Key responsibilities include: Supporting senior project managers and leading on defined elements of project delivery Understanding and delivering against client briefs Chairing project and design meetings, and issuing minutes Preparing and maintaining project programmes and documentation Coordinating project information between client, contractor, and consultant teams Liaising with clients and managing project deliverables Assisting with tender processes, bids, and key project documentation Providing progress updates to clients and internal management Supporting lessons-learnt reviews and wider team activities Maintaining a professional, proactive, and solutions-focused approach PERSON The ideal Junior Project Manager will bring: A relevant industry degree or working towards one 1-2 years’ experience in a construction or contractor environment Familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts (desirable) Experience with developers or main contractors (desirable) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent time management and organisational abilities A proactive, self-starting attitude and genuine interest in the built environment Competency with Microsoft Office software Understanding of RIBA stages and procurement processes A technical grasp of construction methodologies REMUNERATION In return for your commitment and performance, our client offers a comprehensive and competitive package, including: Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Company pension scheme Private healthcare Full-time, permanent role Friendly, professional, and collaborative working environment Support for APC and ongoing professional development Equal opportunities employer Atkins Search acts as an employment agency for the Built Environment including but not limited to Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure sectors. By submitting your CV, you consent to Atkins Search processing your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. At Atkins Search, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone throughout the recruitment process. Please note that any salary or benefits listed are indicative only and subject to suitability of skills and experience.