Assistant Project Manager

Fulkers Bailey Russell; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction consultancy in the City of London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to assist in project management activities within the Residential sector. Candidates should be degree-qualified in a construction-related field and have at least 2 years of industry experience. The role offers great benefits, including 33 days of holiday and private health cover, and champions a proactive and client-focused approach in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Private health cover from day one

Agile working policy

Annual discretionary bonus

Career development chartership support

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a construction-related field with 2 years of industry experience.
• Interested in working towards Chartership.
• Confident and proactive approach to work and self-development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with consultant appointment documents and project briefing materials.
• Prepare Project Execution Plans and support risk/value engineering workshops.
• Manage change control processes and contract administration duties.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Management

Strong understanding of CDM regulations

Client-focused approach

Education

Degree in a construction-related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

ProCore

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic and driven construction consultancy within our Residential sector.

Why Fulkers Bailey Russell

At Fulkers Bailey Russell we are not just about delivering projects – we are a construction consultancy focused making a positive impact. We deliver exceptional consultancy services and support as well as championing sustainability and most importantly empowering and prioritising our people.

As a proud B Corp we are committed to high standards of social and environmental performance and making the journey smooth and successful for our clients. We are big enough to lead complex high‑profile projects yet small enough to genuinely support and care for our employees.

The Assistant Project Manager role consists of assisting in the delivery of project management activities on various size projects in the Residential sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist with consultant appointment documents and project briefing materials including Employers Requirements
• Set up and maintain internal QA systems project directories and templates
• Prepare Project Execution Plans risk registers / logs and support risk / value engineering workshops
• Assist in developing and monitoring master programmes monthly / weekly reports and procurement strategies
• Support tendering procurement Gateway documents and governance papers
• Manage change control processes and contract administration duties per building contracts
• Prepare and issue certificates (e.g. sectional / practical completion end of defects)
• Conduct site visits inspections and support snagging handover and defect resolution
• Define escalation protocols and assist in post‑project reviews and final account negotiations
• Always take personal responsibility for the health and safety of yourself and others by working within company H&S procedures
• Endeavour to improve our social and environmental impact
• Any other duties as reasonably required

Requirements

• Degree‑qualified in a construction‑related field with 2 years of industry experience
• Interested in working towards Chartership
• Looking to gain technical knowledge in all main areas of Construction Project Management
• Confident and proactive approach to work and self‑development
• Ability to effectively manage own time tasks and meet deadlines
• Proven ability to deliver small to medium projects with minimal supervision
• Client‑focused proactive and committed to high‑quality delivery
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and construction Health & Safety
• Builds strong relationships and actively supports team development

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus an extra paid day off for your birthday and Christmas shutdown
• Option to buy or carry over up to 5 additional holiday days annually
• Private health cover from day one
• Enhanced maternity paternity and charitable volunteer leave
• Agile working policy
• Annual discretionary bonus and salary review
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Access to a wellbeing app and online learning platform
• Career development chartership support and training opportunities
• Internal recruitment referral bonus scheme

Fulkers Bailey Russell is now a Certified B Corporation meeting high standards of social and environmental performance. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace – diversity in our team leads to creativity, innovation and better business outcomes and we promote equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates diversity.

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Key Skills: Bluebeam, Construction Estimating, Construction Experience, ProCore, Microsoft Outlook, ProLog, Construction Management, Project Engineering, Project Management, Project Management Software, Microsoft Project, Budgeting

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1