Assistant Project Manager

Construct Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the City of London seeks an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support complex building projects. You will ensure quality and compliance, coordinate teams, and maintain project documentation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical infrastructure, relevant qualifications, and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Private healthcare & dental

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Training & development

Eligibility for the EOT scheme after 1 year

Qualifications

• Experience at Construction Manager / Project Engineer level.
• Knowledge of Electrical Condition Reports.
• Experience in customer-facing contractor environments.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery ensuring quality, safety, and compliance.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
• Conduct site surveys and manage permits.

Skills

Strong background in Electrical Infrastructure

Data Centres/Critical Facilities

Planning

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant electrical qualifications

SMSTS

ECS Managers Card

Tools

MS Office

Planning tools

SharePoint

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Critical Facilities

We're seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to provide project engineering and construction management duties to support the Project Manager on a number of complex building and construction projects around the City of London. This is a great opportunity to progress in your career in a well established company.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project delivery, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance (HSQE, CDM, environmental).
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
• Maintain programmes, RAMS, quality standards, and site documentation.
• Conduct site surveys, prepare reports, and manage permits, materials, and purchase orders.
• Lead/attend subcontractor and project meetings.
• Ensure defect-free delivery and high site standards throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Bring

• Strong background in Electrical Infrastructure and Data Centres/Critical Facilities.
• Experience at Construction Manager / Project Engineer level.
• Knowledge of Electrical Condition Reports and customer-facing contractor environments.
• Excellent planning, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office, planning tools, and SharePoint.
• Relevant electrical qualifications, SMSTS, and ECS Managers Card.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Private healthcare & dental
• Life insurance
• Pension scheme
• Training & development
• Eligibility for the EOT scheme after 1 year

Apply today for this Assistant Project Manager role in the City of London!