Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of complex energy and engineering projects at Clarke Energy. Working closely with senior project leadership, this role will coordinate projects across their full lifecycle—from design through execution and commissioning. You will help ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with client and Clarke Energy expectations. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious project professional looking to develop their career within a collaborative, high‑performance engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Project Manager in the planning, organisation and management of allocated projects across design, execution and commissioning phases.
* Assist with the allocation and coordination of resources, including Clarke Energy staff, site teams and subcontractors, helping to ensure delivery against agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.
* Help schedule and coordinate project meetings, including design reviews, execution meetings and commissioning meetings, ensuring actions are captured and followed up.
* Assist in maintaining project governance and compliance with Clarke Energy project management processes.
* Liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand and interpret project requirements, highlighting any deviations or contract variations to the Project Manager.
* Support the development of detailed project plans covering technical, commercial and installation activities for progress tracking and reporting.
* Take minutes and distribute actions following meetings with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
* Assist with monitoring project progress, proactively identifying risks, issues or delays and escalating them in a timely manner.
* Support negotiation activities with contractors and suppliers by gathering information to help secure best value solutions.
* Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements are fully incorporated into project plans and adhered to at all stages.
* Help build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams.
Essential Qualifications & Skills
* Experience assisting Project Managers within an engineering or construction environment.
* Understanding of project management principles and lifecycle delivery.
* Knowledge of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems.
* Working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015).
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
* Good IT skills, including Word, Excel and Microsoft Project.
Personal Attributes
* A role model for reliability, integrity and professionalism.
* Highly organised and capable of managing own workload effectively.
* Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and relationship‑focused approach.
* Proactive, flexible and willing to go the extra mile to support project delivery.
* Committed to quality, continuous improvement and self-development.
* Calm and resilient, able to work effectively under pressure.
* Commercially aware, with an understanding of cost control and value delivery.
* Logical and pragmatic problem solver with strong attention to detail.
Desirable Experience
* Background in the power generation or energy sector.
* Technical understanding of CHP, electrical installations or complex plant projects.
* Project Management qualification or working towards one.
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