Assistant Project Manager

Kaeferltd; England; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

KAEFER UK & Ireland is hiring an Assistant Project Manager for a permanent role at Sellafield. You will assist in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quality assurance across sub-projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver outcomes.

The role focuses on driving project momentum, managing risks, and maintaining rigorous documentation. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential to succeed in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders and strong verbal/written communication.
• Experience applying project management principles to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Organisational experience in a fast-paced environment, coordinating teams and tasks.
• Experience in a construction/contracting environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and execution of sub-projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and maintain clear communication across stakeholders.
• Support budget creation and monitor expenses against guidelines.
• Implement quality standards and measure performance against criteria.
• Prepare regular progress reports and maintain project documentation.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to address concerns and seek improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management principles

Organisational experience

Construction industry experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.
We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Sellafield on a permanent basis.

How You Will Make An Impact

As an Assistant Project Manager you'll be involved and supporting all aspects of Project Management including planning and scheduling, resource, cost and risk management:

Project Planning and Execution:

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to develop project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ensure successful execution of assigned sub-projects within established deadlines.

Team Cohesion:

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Delegate tasks, set expectations, and monitor team progress to achieve project objectives.
• Identify potential risks and challenges within the sub-project and work proactively to mitigate them.
• Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen issues and maintain project momentum.

Budget Oversight:

• Assist in budget creation and monitor expenses related to the sub-project.
• Ensure adherence to financial guidelines and seek cost-effective solutions.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement and enforce quality standards to guarantee the delivery of high-quality outcomes.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments to measure project performance against predefined criteria.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare regular progress reports for the Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including meeting minutes and relevant project data.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Address stakeholder concerns and maintain open lines of communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains

What You Will Bring

The ideal candidate for the role will be able to demonstrate professionalism and the ability to deal with multiple stakeholders, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Organisational and administrative experience
• Competent in MS Office
• Experience of working in a construction/ contracting environment
• Experience of Project Management principles
• Good internal and external client/customer service-related experience

Why KAEFER UK & Ireland?

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.5 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 35,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can ‘count on us’ to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.

Location Address: B222, Magnox and Major projects, Sellafield, Seascale, CA20 1PG, United Kingdom