Assistant Development Project Manager

Capstone Property Recruitment; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking an Assistant Development Project Manager to oversee property development projects across the UK. This role involves managing contractors, ensuring compliance, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Ideal for candidates with a construction background and strong project coordination skills, this position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work in a growing sector focused on mental health care.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in project coordination.
• Ideally MRICS or MCIOB chartered status (or working towards).

Responsibilities

• Support all stages of development, including feasibility, planning, design, and construction.
• Monitor costs, timelines, and progress; present reports to senior leadership.
• Engage with local authorities, consultants, and contractors.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Project Coordination

Education

Construction-related Degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Position: Assistant Development Project Manager

Location: South of England (Office & Site-based)

Salary: £40,000–£45,000 basic + Car/Allowance + company benefits

About the Role

Capstone Recruitment is working with a leading care provider seeking an Assistant Development Project Manager to oversee and deliver key property development projects across the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing sector within mental health care, focusing on modular construction projects. The position involves frequent travel, stakeholder coordination, and delivery responsibilities to meet the group's expanding property demands.

Reporting to the Development Project Manager, you will assist in managing third-party contractors and consultants, ensuring top-quality delivery and value across all projects. You will be involved in the entire project lifecycle—from site acquisition and planning to design, procurement, and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support all stages of development, including feasibility, planning, design, and construction.
• Monitor costs, timelines, and progress; present reports to senior leadership.
• Engage with local authorities, consultants, and contractors to ensure compliance and delivery excellence.
• Assist in appointing professional teams and preparing contract documentation.
• Attend site meetings and ensure all works meet contract and quality standards.

About You

You are a confident and capable project coordinator with:

• A construction-related degree and 3–5 years of experience.
• Ideally MRICS or MCIOB chartered status (or working towards).
• A strong understanding of development and planning processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Additional Details

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Project Management

Industry: Construction

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