Assistant Project Manager

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to join the team in the UK. You will support management and coordination of capital infrastructure projects, contributing to planning, risk management and quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is a dynamic and challenging environment, with a focus on safety and compliance. Working pattern is hybrid, with responsibilities spanning contract administration, financial performance monitoring,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post graduate experience.
• Engineering technical qualifications, or project management qualifications.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) background.
• Educated to degree level.
• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent higher qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support the PM in the management and administration of the contract.
• Support the PM to manage financial performance of projects to control expenditure against approved project budgets.
• Support the PM in undertaking project assurance and gateway reviews across the portfolio at key stages to evaluate progress, compliance, and probability of delivery to provide confidence to senior management, customers, and key stakeholders.
• Accountable for complying with all agreed Client processes and operating procedures and particularly those which are detailed under key infrastructure process.
• Monitors the performance of the organisation, technical support providers and supply chain, in terms of meeting their contractual obligations.
• Maintains productive relationships with the supply chain throughout the execution of the contract.
• Review and critique duration and cost estimates for the activities (reviewing and updating these at relevant points) and identifies critical dates relevant to the events.
• Monitors financial performance throughout the project and prepares reports for stakeholders in line with organisational requirements. Obtains estimates for the costs of activities, events and overheads.
• Applies metrics to identify cost trends and to update estimates of final costs.
• Reviews proposed changes and determines their high-level impact, requesting further information or clarification where necessary.
• Assesses all options relating to the proposed changes and estimates their impacts.

Job description

Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Assistant Project Manager to join the team.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the management and coordination of capital infrastructure projects, contributing to planning, risk management and quality control throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with stakeholders, contractors and project teams, you will help address challenges and support successful project delivery. You will be expected to work at pace and apply effective project management skills, tools and techniques.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

Working pattern: Hybrid.

• Support the PM in the management and administration of the contract.
• Support the PM to manage financial performance of projects to control expenditure against approved project budgets.
• Support the PM in undertaking project assurance and gateway reviews across the portfolio at key stages to evaluate progress, compliance, and probability of delivery to provide confidence to senior management, customers, and key stakeholders.
• Accountable for complying with all agreed Client processes and operating procedures and particularly those which are detailed under key infrastructure process.
• Monitors the performance of the organisation, technical support providers and supply chain, in terms of meeting their contractual obligations.
• Maintains productive relationships with the supply chain throughout the execution of the contract.
• Review and critique duration and cost estimates for the activities (reviewing and updating these at relevant points) and identifies critical dates relevant to the events.
• Monitors financial performance throughout the project and prepares reports for stakeholders in line with organisational requirements. Obtains estimates for the costs of activities, events and overheads.
• Applies metrics to identify cost trends and to update estimates of final costs.
• Reviews proposed changes and determines their high-level impact, requesting further information or clarification where necessary.
• Assesses all options relating to the proposed changes and estimates their impacts.

Key Requirements / Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years post graduate experience
• Engineering technical qualifications, or project management qualifications.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) background.
• Educated to degree level.
• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent higher qualification.

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

• We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.