Assistant Project Manager

Londinium Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support fast-track fit-out projects. You will assist the Project Manager in coordinating deliveries and managing subcontractors. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years’ experience and strong organizational skills. This role offers growth opportunities into Project Management within a close-knit team working on exciting projects in the commercial sector.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years’ experience in fit-out or refurbishment project management.
• Experience in fast-track project delivery up to £1m.
• CSCS card & relevant health & safety awareness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and managing multiple fit-out projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site operations.
• Monitor project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Fast-Track Fit-Out Projects (Up to £1m)

Location: London

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + package (DOE)

Sector: Commercial Fit-Out / Small Works

The Company

We’re working with a dynamic and fast-growing fit-out contractor specialising in fast-track refurbishment and Cat A/Cat B fit-out projects across London. With a proven track record of delivering high-spec, high-speed projects for office, retail, and hospitality clients, they are now looking to expand their delivery team with the addition of an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support multiple small works contracts.

The Role

You’ll support the Project Manager in the day-to-day coordination of fast-paced fit-out projects (typically £100k-£1m), ensuring smooth delivery from site set-up to handover. The role is hands‑on and varied, ideal for someone who enjoys the pressure and energy of quick turnaround jobs and can confidently manage multiple stakeholders and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, programming, and managing the delivery of multiple fit-out projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to ensure smooth and safe site operations
• Help oversee quality control, health & safety, and site documentation
• Attend and minute progress meetings with clients, designers, and stakeholders
• Monitor project budgets, variations, and timelines
• Support with procurement and short-term programming
• Ensure client expectations are met or exceeded on every project

Requirements

• 1-3+ years’ experience in a fit-out, refurbishment, or small works site management, construction management or assistant project management role
• Experience working on fast-track projects up to £1m
• A proactive, solutions‑led approach with strong organisational skills
• Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with clients and subcontractors
• Experience working across live environments or occupied sites is beneficial
• CSCS card & relevant H&S awareness preferred
• Driving licence and willingness to travel across London sites

Why Apply?

• Join a close-knit team delivering some of London’s most exciting fast-track projects
• Great exposure to all phases of project delivery
• Real progression opportunities into full Project Management
• Varied workload across sectors
• Apply now or contact us for a confidential chat if you’re looking to take the next step in your construction management career with a forward-thinking, agile contractor