Assistant Project Manager
Location: Kesgrave / Ipswich area (regular office presence required)
Salary: Competitive + benefits (including CPD support)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to join a growing construction and demolition organisation operating nationally across earthworks, civils, plant, aggregates and complex technical projects.
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop into a full Project Manager position, gaining exposure to programming, reporting, planning, site coordination and client liaison. You will work closely with senior project managers on a wide variety of challenging projects, including major demolition works, earthmoving and civils packages.
Key Responsibilities
Project Support
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Assist Project Managers in planning, programming and coordinating works.
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Support the production of progress reports, schedules and documentation.
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Help track project performance, identifying delays, risks and opportunities.
Site Coordination
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Support site teams with logistics, health & safety compliance and daily coordination.
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Gather site information to feed into project reviews and planning.
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Liaise with supervisors, subcontractors and engineers to ensure smooth delivery.
Documentation & Compliance
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Assist with maintaining accurate project records, reports and quality documentation.
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Support adherence to H&S, environmental and industry standards.
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Contribute to audits, inspections and compliance checks when required.
Communication & Stakeholder Liaison
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Help maintain clear communication between project teams, clients and internal departments.
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Support client meetings, briefings and progress updates.
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Work collaboratively across commercial, technical and operational teams.
Professional Development
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Gain exposure to full lifecycle project management including planning, cost control, procurement and handover.
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Take part in training and development to progress into a Project Manager role.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience).
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Benefits package including funding for continued professional development.
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Flexible working options, with a requirement for regular attendance at the Kesgrave/Ipswich office.
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Supportive environment with opportunities to develop and grow within the organisation