Assistant Project Manager

Conrad Consulting; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in Leeds seeks an Assistant Project Manager for its Defence Infrastructure team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on complex defence-related projects, providing clear career pathways and professional development in a collaborative and sustainability-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in project support or coordination.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts preferred.
• Working towards or interested in pursuing chartership (APM, RICS, ICE).

Responsibilities

• Assist in project management from initiation to completion.
• Support delivery to meet budget and quality standards.
• Contribute to contract administration using NEC or other contract forms.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in construction, engineering, project management, or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager – Defence Infrastructure
Location: Leeds – Hybrid Working
Security Clearance Required: Sole UK Nationals Only

About the Role
A leading global consultancy is seeking Assistant Project Managers to join its growing Defence Infrastructure team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, complex programmes that support national defence and critical infrastructure. The role offers clear career development pathways, training, and mentorship, all within a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainability-focused environment.

As part of the team, you will support the delivery of infrastructure and construction projects across the North of England, working with experienced professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of infrastructure and construction projects from initiation through to completion

• Support senior project managers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards

• Contribute to contract administration using NEC (preferred), JCT, or FIDIC forms of contract

• Help coordinate stakeholders and maintain clear project documentation

• Promote best practices in health and safety, including CDM compliance

• Attend client meetings, site visits, and support reporting requirements

About You

• 2+ years’ experience in a project support or coordination role, ideally within the Defence, Rail, Highways, or Utilities sectors

• Familiarity with NEC contracts (training will be provided if needed)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Degree qualified in construction, engineering, project management, or related discipline

• Working towards or interested in pursuing chartership (APM, RICS, ICE, etc.)

• Proactive, organised, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

Security Requirements
Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and eligible to obtain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC).

Working Arrangements
This is a hybrid role with approximately 50% of time spent on client sites or in the Leeds office. Flexibility will depend on business and client needs, with in-person collaboration encouraged to support learning and team integration.

Apply Now
If you're ready to grow your project management career in the defence sector, contact Charlie Voss at Conrad Consulting on 0113 416 6285 or 07506 129146 to learn more and apply.