Assistant Project Manager

RTL Group Ltd; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Project Manager for highways and civil engineering projects near Buckingham. The ideal candidate will have experience in infrastructure and be proactive, with strong organisational and communication skills. Responsibilities include supporting the Project Manager, coordinating site activities, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a chance to contribute to significant local infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Opportunities for professional development

Training for chartership or further qualifications

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in highways, civils, or infrastructure projects is essential.
• Strong organisational and communication skills required.
• Proactive and detail-focused, able to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with coordination of site activities.
• Assist in managing subcontractors, suppliers, and teams.
• Monitor progress and help identify risks and delays.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to interpret drawings

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Assistant Project Manager Highways & Civils

Location: Buckingham Area
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Project Manager to join our growing team on a major highways and civil engineering scheme near Buckingham. You ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of a complex, multi-disciplinary project, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with day-to-day coordination of site activities
• Assist in managing subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams
• Monitor progress against programme and help identify risks, delays, and opportunities
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, method statements, permits, and documentation
• Support cost tracking, procurement, and change management
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Liaise with stakeholders, local authorities, and the wider project team
• Attend site meetings and support the smooth running of operations

About You

• Experience in highways, civils, or infrastructure projects (essential)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Proactive, detail-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Good understanding of CDM, site safety, and quality processes
• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Training and support toward chartership or further qualifications
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team environment
• The chance to work on a significant infrastructure project shaping the local area