Assistant Project Manager

Southwark Council; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in London is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to drive complex redevelopment projects that enhance community growth and sustainable living. You will manage multiple stakeholders and oversee project delivery from inception to completion. Ideal candidates will have strong project management qualifications and excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering build projects in urban settings.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities.
• Sharp eye for detail and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of complex redevelopment projects.
• Manage tender processes and feasibility studies.
• Prepare capital funding bids and manage returns.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Mindset

Communication Skills

Digital Tools Competence

Education

Recognised Project Management Qualification

Job description

Step into a role where purpose, creativity, and influence meet. As Assistant Project Manager within our Planning & Growth team, you’ll be at the heart of Southwark’s regeneration journey, helping to deliver innovative development projects that change lives and reshape places.

Here’s what makes this opportunity stand out:

• High-Impact Projects: You’ll help deliver real change through community-focused redevelopment that supports inclusive growth and better living.
• Autonomy Meets Collaboration: Run your own work programme while engaging diverse stakeholders, from residents to senior leaders.
• A Place to Thrive: Be part of a forward-thinking council that values innovation, inclusivity, and your career development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Drive delivery of complex redevelopment and placemaking projects from inception to completion.
• Undertake feasibility studies, appraisals and manage tender processes for a range of professional services.
• Create high-quality reports and presentations for internal boards, Members and external partners.
• Represent the council in public forums and consultations – your voice will be heard.
• Prepare capital funding bids and manage returns to funding bodies.
• Support a range of strategic initiatives through hands-on project office and admin functions.
• Manage or co-ordinate consultants, contractors and junior staff on a project-by-project basis.

What We're Looking For

• A recognised qualification or relevant Project Management experience delivering build projects in urban and community settings.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities, with a sharp eye for detail and outcomes.
• Great communication and stakeholder engagement skills, you're as comfortable in a resident forum as you are in a project board.
• A track record of delivering physical projects on time, on budget, and with heart.
• Comfort with tech confident using digital tools to manage and present complex data.
• Knowledge of building contracts, services agreements, and project compliance essentials.
• Experience in researching, developing, and implementing process improvements.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities and a strategic approach.
• Enjoy a balanced approach with flexible home working, alongside occasional travel to our London Bridge HQ.

Additional Information

About Southwark Council:

Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.

At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.

Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.

Recruitment timetable:

Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 17th August 2025*

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interview date: to be confirmed

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities.

This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative.

We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.

Salary Range (Full time equivalent) £44,430 - £51,663