ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Solution Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a Thames Water contract in London. The role involves supporting project delivery by ensuring compliance and efficiency, preparing project documentation, and collaborating with management. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree, management training, and NEBOSH certification. This is a full-time position with a focus on health and safety compliance and team performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong background in civil engineering or construction management.
• Familiarity with project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and efficient completion of the work.
• Prepare and produce project RAMS and maintain compliance.
• Provide weekly updates to stakeholders regarding project status.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Risk assessment

Technical reporting

Education

Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction

Management training such as Institute of Leadership and Management Level 5

NEBOSH National Certificate (General or Construction)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager (Thames Water Contract)

As the Assistant Project Manager working on a Thames Water contract, you will be part of the Delivery Team, supporting the division with functions in the finance field.

Main Duties:

1. Report to the client and ensure the project runs smoothly, working closely with the Programme Manager / Project Manager.
2. Ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant completion of work under your control.
3. Prepare and produce project RAMS.
4. Share best practices across all projects and collaborate resource sharing with other workstreams.
5. Drive team performance improvements and encourage innovation.
6. Manage plant, materials, and subcontract resources on-site as needed.
7. Provide weekly updates to the Programme/Project Manager/Client on project status.
8. Ensure adherence to Job Packs and Team Packs.
9. Check training certifications and team competence.
10. Complete and submit site audits, close-out actions, and hazard spot reports.
11. Perform PPE checks and ensure PPE compliance.
12. Maintain environmental standards and permit conditions.
13. Check signing, lighting, and guarding for NRSWA compliance.
14. Ensure all permit conditions are met.
15. Handle customer issues per protocol and liaise with the Project Manager regarding complaints and queries.
16. Respond to escalations within prescribed timescales.
17. Ensure compliance with contract standards and water quality standards.
18. Maintain data integrity, including serial numbers, coordinates, photographs, and task times.
19. Monitor production rates and report issues or delays.
20. Ensure data and evidence are properly collected, collated, and stored.
21. Manage job prioritization based on SLA deadlines.
22. Develop and maintain performance reports.
23. Manage health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance issues.
24. Escalate issues to line management as needed.
25. Promote integrity, professionalism, and uphold the code of conduct.
26. Engage with contractors and highway authorities when necessary.

About You:

• Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction.
• Management training such as Institute of Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent.
• NEBOSH National Certificate (General or Construction).