Assistant Project Manager

Gleeds; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds is seeking Project Managers for their Birmingham office to manage large-scale construction projects in a sociable and dynamic environment. Candidates should possess project management experience with a focus on public sector clients, ensuring project delivery excellence. Join Gleeds to contribute to significant projects and benefit from career development opportunities in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Post-qualification project management experience required.
• Experience with construction contracts necessary.
• Strong team management and problem-solving skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale projects and ensure delivery from inception to completion.
• Engage with stakeholders and maintain positive relationships.
• Prepare bids for services and mentor team members.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Financial Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or NEC 4 Practitioner

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

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Gleeds has been successful in securing a number of major projects and programmes within the public and central government sectors to support providing professional services.

We have exciting opportunities for Project Managers from Assistant to Associate Director level to join our team in Birmingham. You will work in a sociable environment as part of a dynamic Project Management team. Your responsibilities will include managing the delivery of large-scale new build projects, extensive CAT A, B, and C fit-out works across various locations in the Midlands region. You will ensure effective communication and collaboration with colleagues, programme leads, client representatives, consultants, and contractors to deliver projects from inception to completion.

About The Role

About this opportunity

Gleeds has a strong track record of securing major projects within the public and central government sectors, providing professional services. We are looking for Project Managers at various levels to join our Birmingham office. Responsibilities include managing large projects, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring successful project delivery.

To be considered, candidates should have experience in construction project management, preferably with prior roles involving public and government clients. British nationality is required for security clearance; SC clearance is preferred but can be obtained during onboarding.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering objectives
• Engaging positively with customers and maintaining relationships
• Delivering high-quality services and outputs
• Managing projects and programmes according to procedures
• Administering contracts as needed
• Producing and presenting reports to clients
• Mentoring team members
• Preparing bids for services
• Managing service delivery profitably
• Advising directors on project issues, especially those impacting professional indemnity insurance

Benefits of joining Gleeds

• Career development opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

About You

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge, and Key Skills

• Post-qualification project or programme management experience
• Knowledge of project management techniques
• Experience with construction contracts as Contract Administrator, Employer’s Agent, or Project Manager
• Understanding of legislation affecting building contracts
• Excellent communication skills
• Methodical approach to work
• Ability to analyze complex information
• Strong problem-solving, negotiating, and financial skills
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Team management skills

Qualifications

• MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or NEC 4 Practitioner (or in progress)

About Us

Be part of the extraordinary

Gleeds influences how people live, work, and travel by delivering iconic projects worldwide. We value creativity, diverse perspectives, and fostering positive relationships. Our core values include commitment to clients and staff, creativity and realism, and professionalism with personality.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support flexible working to promote work/life balance. Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.