Assistant Project Manager / Assistant Design Project Manager

EDF UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy company in the UK is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support civil engineering projects in Bristol or London. This role involves coordinating project delivery, assisting in monitoring progress, and participating in effective communication across various teams. Candidates should possess a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with further experience in project support being advantageous. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth in a transformative energy project.

Benefits

Up to 7.5% employee pension contribution

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

5% bonus

Qualifications

• Degree required in Civil, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in civil engineering design delivery or project support is favorable.
• Interest in chartership qualifications (ICE, IStructE, APM) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in civil engineering project delivery.
• Coordinate planning and monitor work packages effectively.
• Assist in contract administration and risk management.

Skills

Ambitious

Curious

Collaborative communication

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Project Management or related discipline

Job description

Assistant Project Manager (Assistant Design Project Manager)

Location: Bristol or London - full time, minimum 3 days per week in the office
Salary: c£55,000 depending on experience
Bonus: 5%
Pension: Up to 7.5% employee / 15% employer
Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays

What you'll be doing

Support the Project Manager in delivering major civil engineering scopes safely, to programme, and to budget. Working within a large, multi-disciplinary team, you'll gain exposure across the full project lifecycle, from early design and contractor engagement through to delivery.

Project delivery and coordination

• Supporting planning, coordination and monitoring of work packages
• Organising and documenting meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting Multi-disciplinary Teams and Joint Management Team meetings
• Coordinating technical, commercial, cost and schedule discussions
• Helping develop project documentation, controls and reporting

Project controls and reporting

• Supporting programme updates, progress reviews and performance reporting
• Assisting with budget tracking, financial assessments and internal papers
• Supporting earned value activities
• Maintaining clear, auditable project records

Contracts and supply chain

• Supporting contract administration activities including early warnings and compensation events
• Working with design suppliers and the wider Civil Works Alliance
• Providing input to procurement and commercial teams

Risk, quality and safety

• Supporting risk and opportunity management
• Contributing to quality reporting and compliance with nuclear standards
• Promoting a strong nuclear safety culture in everything you do

Stakeholder engagement

• Supporting effective communication across delivery teams and the wider project
• Helping build collaborative ways of working with partners and regulators

What we're looking for

This role would suit someone who is ambitious, curious, and keen to build a long-term career in major projects.

Essential

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline

Desirable

• Experience in civil engineering design delivery or project support
• Exposure to projects from concept through to handover
• Working towards or interest in chartership (ICE, IStructE, APM)
• Working in an environment managing third party design companies.

Why Sizewell C

This project is backed by government and major investors, delivering low‑carbon power to around 6 million homes for at least 60 years. The scale, complexity and visibility are unmatched, and so is the opportunity to build a meaningful career.

Qualifications

Additional information about the role is not required for the application. You do not need to have already completed security vetting; it will be assessed during the recruitment process.