Assistant Project Manager

OCU; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure engineering company specializing in utilities, digital, and energy markets is seeking an Assistant Project Manager. The role involves supporting project management teams in planning, coordinating, and delivering various construction projects, necessitating strong communication and problem-solving skills within the electrical sector.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Experience within an electrical environment, ideally in Power, Utilities, Renewables or Rail sectors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, resources, and stakeholders.
• Oversee project planning, risk management, and quality assurance.

Skills

Project Management Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Role Overview

The Assistant Project Manager provides support to the project management team in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction projects from inception to completion. They assist in managing project schedules, budgets, resources, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Project Planning
• Budget Management
• Resource Allocation
• Risk Management
• Communication and Stakeholder Management
• Quality Assurance
• Documentation Management
  
  

Experience you need to be considered?

• Project Management Skills: Basic knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and tools used to plan, execute, and monitor projects. Willingness to learn and develop project management skills under the guidance of experienced project managers.
• Industry Experience: Experience within an electrical environment, ideally in Power, Utilities, Renewables or Rail sectors.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address project issues, resolve conflicts, and propose solutions in a timely manner.
  
  

As a Person, We Would Love It If

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse complex problems, make data-driven decisions, and develop innovative solutions to achieve project objectives.
  
  

What happens next?

If the above sounds like you, then please apply for the role. If you are suitable, I will contact you to provide more details like salary, package, benefits and some more information about the company. If you love what you hear, we have a real simple interview process.

• Our first stage consists of a video call with our hiring manager - An opportunity for you both to find out more about each other.
• An in person meeting to see where you will be working.
  
  

That's it! Your bright future with us begins.

Company Information

OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.