Assistant Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a £30m hospital refurbishment project in London. This role involves assisting in the day-to-day management of refurbishment works and coordinating with various teams to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare refurbishment, strong organizational skills, and relevant certifications. A competitive salary between £30,000 and £40,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package, is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Pension plan

Travel allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working on hospital or healthcare refurbishment projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior management and site teams.
• Strong understanding of construction processes within live environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the day-to-day delivery of refurbishment works.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to meet programme targets.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and infection control protocols.
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings, providing updates.

Skills

Hospital refurbishment experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of construction processes

Tools

SMSTS or SSSTS

CSCS certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

Assistant Project Manager – £30m Hospital Refurbishment

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 + Package & Benefits

Location: London

Sector: Construction – Healthcare / Hospital Refurbishment

Type: Permanent

Company Overview:

We are working with one of the UK’s leading Tier 1 contractors, currently delivering a portfolio of high-value healthcare projects across London. This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to join the team on a £30m hospital refurbishment scheme for a major NHS Trust.

Project Scope

The project involves the refurbishment and upgrade of multiple hospital departments, including clinical spaces, infrastructure, and patient facilities, all within a live hospital environment. You’ll support the Project Manager in delivering this complex and sensitive scheme to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the day-to-day delivery of refurbishment works.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to meet programme and quality targets.
• Support in planning, scheduling, and reporting project progress.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and infection control protocols.
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings, providing updates and resolving issues.
• Maintain site documentation, including risk assessments, method statements, and progress reports.

Requirements

• Experience working on hospital or healthcare refurbishment projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of construction processes within live environments.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior management and site teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £30,000 – £40,000
• Tier 1 contractor benefits package (pension, healthcare, travel allowance, etc.)
• Opportunity to work on a landmark healthcare project
• Career development and progression within a leading UK contractor