Assistant Construction Project Manager

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Main Contractor in Chichester is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support high-security construction projects across the UK and internationally. This role offers hybrid working options and excellent long-term progression opportunities within a niche sector.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Sponsorship for professional qualifications

Cycle to work scheme

Hybrid working available

Travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Project Management or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 1 year's industry experience post-degree is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects.
• Support procurement, logistics, and documentation for live projects.
• Help manage project schedules, risks, and deliverables.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Work Ethic

Education

HNC

HND

Degree

Job description

Bennett & Game are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join a forward-thinking and dynamic Main Contractor based in Chichester. The company delivers high-security construction projects across the UK and internationally, with clients spanning both the public and private sectors. Schemes typically range in value from £50k to £10M+, covering complex refurbishments, secure fit-outs and bespoke new builds.

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing business operating in a niche sector, with the chance to develop your career on nationally critical projects. The role is primarily UK-based with hybrid working options and will include regular travel to sites across London, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Travel overseas for site visits (10-20 days annually) and is not essential.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of construction projects from inception to completion, assisting with procurement, quality control, logistics, client liaison and project planning. This role offers excellent long-term progression, structured training, and support towards professional development.

Assistant Project Manager Salary & Benefits

• Private medical cover and healthcare
• Sponsorship for professional qualifications and training
• Cycle to work scheme
• Hybrid working available
• Travel expenses covered

Assistant Project Manager Job Overview

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and delivery of secure construction projects
• Support procurement, logistics and documentation for live projects
• Attend project meetings with clients, contractors, and consultants
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and feasibility reports
• Support senior project and construction managers across multiple sites
• Help manage project schedules, risks, and deliverables
• Hybrid working from Chichester office, with site travel across London & the Home Counties

Assistant Project Manager Job Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, or a related field (HNC, HND, Degree etc.)
• Minimum of 1 year's industry experience post-degree (including placement year) is advantageous but not essential
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong work ethic and desire to develop within a specialist sector
• Excellent organisational and communication skills

This is an exciting opportunity to build a career in a high-growth, specialist construction environment, offering outstanding training, mentoring, and professional development support.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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