Assistant Project Manager

Southern Water; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Water invites applications for an Assistant Project Manager to join the Water Infrastructure team on a hybrid role in Falmer. You will support delivery of key projects, coordinating with the Project Manager and stakeholders to meet time, cost and quality targets.

This permanent role offers 37 hours a week, starting salary around £36,400 with the potential to grow with experience as you contribute to a major programme of works and gain exposure to regulatory and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• APM Project Management Qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong organisational abilities and proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Project Support: Assist the PM in daily management, supervision and coordination of projects to meet time, cost and quality objectives.
• Site Inspections: Attend project sites to monitor progress and ensure H&S, quality, environmental and security standards.
• Project Documentation: Help prepare monthly status reports, cost forecasts and communications using systems like CEMAR.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Support liaising with Developers, Clients, Service Providers and internal teams.
• Project Delivery: Assist in managing small/medium projects or components of larger schemes to high standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Conduct Domestic Water Regulation inspections and assist in commercial works.
• Governance & Reporting: Support production of project documentation including risk and change management.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Education

APM Project Management Qualification or equivalent

Job description

Closing Date

2026-10-30

JobTitle: Assistant Project Manager x 2

Location: Falmer, Hybrid working

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37

Salary: From £36,400 based on skills and experience

About the role:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join our dynamic Water Infrastructure team and assist in delivering key projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to build their career within project management and Water Sector, offering the chance to work on a variety of high-impact projects.

What you will be responsible for:

• Project Support: Assist the Project Manager (PM) in the daily management, supervision, and coordination of projects, ensuring they meet time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Site Inspections: Attend project sites to monitor progress, ensuring adherence to Health & Safety (CDM), Quality, Environmental, and Security standards. Carry out inspections and provide reports on your findings.
• Project Documentation: Help with the preparation of monthly status reports, cost analysis forecasts, and commercial communications, using systems like CEMAR.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Support the PM in liaising with stakeholders including Developers, Clients, Service Providers, and internal teams to ensure smooth communication and project progression.
• Project Delivery: Assist in managing small and medium-sized projects or components of larger schemes, ensuring all activities are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
• Regulatory Compliance: Conduct Domestic Water Regulation Inspections and assist in commercial works. Ensure compliance with water industry regulations.
• Governance & Reporting: Support the production of project documentation, including risk and change management reports. Update and maintain project systems for monitoring project progress and performance.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with water regulations, construction practices, and the infrastructure project delivery process.
• Qualifications: APM Project Management Qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), strong organisational abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation

“At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.”

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Additional information:

In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting.

Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment.

Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.