Assistant Project Manager

Carriera Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its London team. The role offers hands-on exposure to all project lifecycle aspects, working alongside experienced professionals. Candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. This position provides opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Training and mentorship

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in project management or consultancy.
• Interest in complex, large-scale construction schemes.
• Working towards or holding a relevant degree.

Responsibilities

• Support senior colleagues in managing and delivering projects.
• Assist in preparing project programmes, reports, and cost plans.
• Contribute to NEC contract administration and project governance.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and design teams.
• Develop skills through structured mentorship and training.

Skills

Project management

Construction processes understanding

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree (Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying)

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Leading Construction Consultancy

London

£40,000 - £45,000 + benefits

A highly regarded, independent construction consultancy is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its growing London team. Known for delivering complex, high-value projects across the industrial, data centre, and commercial sectors, this firm offers an exceptional environment for ambitious professionals looking to develop their career within a supportive and technically accomplished team. As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of projects from early-stage design through to completion. Working alongside experienced Project Managers and Directors, you'll gain hands‑on exposure to all aspects of the project lifecycle – including contract administration (with a focus on NEC), stakeholder management, and project coordination. The firm's current portfolio includes a diverse range of schemes, from large-scale industrial developments to commercial refurbishments and infrastructure upgrades across the UK.

Key responsibilities:

• Support senior colleagues in the management and delivery of construction projects from inception to completion
• Assist in the preparation of project programmes, reports, and cost plans
• Contribute to NEC contract administration and project governance
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and design teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Develop technical and professional skills through structured mentorship and training

About you:

• 1‑3 years' experience in a project management or consultancy environment (ideally within the built environment)
• Strong understanding of construction processes and an interest in complex, large‑scale schemes
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills
• Working towards or holding a relevant degree (Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline)
• Ambitious, proactive, and eager to progress towards professional chartership
• This is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected consultancy that truly invests in its people – offering clear progression, exposure to major projects, and a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Halim Ahmad on 07399 556163 or email [e-mail].

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