Assistant Project Manager

Bespoke Recruitment Services; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for its growing Fit Out team in London. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across various sectors, including Commercial and Data Centres, with a focus on quality, safety, and effective client communication. The position supports career progression into full Project Management, making it ideal for professionals with strong construction backgrounds looking to advance.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Travel allowance

Private healthcare and dental care

Enhanced pension contribution

Clear career progression path

Long-term development and support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fit-out or construction industry.
• Comfortable in client-facing environments.
• Proactive and confident in decision making.

Responsibilities

• Produce and issue RAMS and manage Health & Safety.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee site teams.
• Implement cost-effective solutions and maintain quality.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Decision Making

MS Office Proficiency

Job description

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join a growing Fit Out team working on high-profile projects across Commercial, Retail, Financial Frameworks, and Data Centre sectors. This is a fantastic role for someone with a strong site background who is looking to progress their career into full Project Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and issue RAMS

• Take responsibility for Health & Safety on-site

• Carry out site surveys for projects and minor works

• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks, and manage near miss reporting

• Oversee site waste plans and ensure proper management

• Support pricing activities and advise on labour/material requirements

• Review and interpret drawings and scopes of work

• Maintain RFI schedules

• Manage site-based teams including supervisors and PAYE staff

• Coordinate site logistics and material deliveries

• Implement cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality

• Attend client and subcontractor meetings

• Carry out quality checks and walk-throughs

• Assist with project reporting and variation tracking

• Support with cost management alongside the PM

• Help with project sign-offs and handover documentation

• Upload firestopping data and manage close-out packs (O&M)

• Ensure project filing and records are ISO-compliant

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience within the fit-out or construction industry, ideally with a trade background

• Comfortable in client-facing environments and able to liaise with building management and client reps

• Proactive and confident in making decisions independently

• Competent in MS Office and familiar with e-permit systems

• Excellent communication and coordination skills

• Capable of sequencing works and managing multiple trades

• Able to remain calm under pressure and adapt to change

Package Includes

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Travel allowance

Private healthcare and dental care

Enhanced pension contribution

Clear career progression path

Long-term development and support