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Assistant Project Manager (Construction)

Flagship Consulting

Exeter

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

21 days ago

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Job summary

A leading consultancy in Exeter is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support senior colleagues in delivering various construction projects. This role offers hands-on experience across RIBA stages with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth in a collaborative, inclusive culture. Ideal for graduates eager to launch their careers in project management.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays
Support for APC, CIOB or chartership routes
Mentoring and training from experienced professionals
Friendly, flexible, and inclusive team culture
Opportunities for rapid career progression

Qualifications

  • Degree in Construction Project Management or similar is essential.
  • Desirable: work placement or internship experience.
  • Full UK driving licence or working towards one.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with managing project timelines and budgets.
  • Attend site visits and client meetings.
  • Support in preparing reports and risk assessments.

Skills

Organisational Skills
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Proactive Attitude

Education

Degree in Construction Project Management
Quantity Surveying
Civil Engineering

Job description

Kickstart Your Career in Construction Project Management Exeter

I'm working with a highly respected construction consultancy in Exeter that s looking to bring an Assistant or Graduate Project Manager on board. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone at the early stages of their career who s eager to work across exciting, real-world construction projects while being mentored by experienced professionals.

The Company:
This well-established consultancy has a strong presence in the South West and delivers high-quality services across sectors such as residential, education, healthcare, and commercial development. Known for their collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, they offer the ideal environment for a graduate or assistant PM to build their career.

The Role:
As an Assistant Project Manager, you ll support senior colleagues in the delivery of construction projects from concept through to completion. You ll gain hands-on experience across all RIBA stages and gradually take on more responsibility as your confidence and skills grow.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with managing project timelines, budgets, and documentation
  • Attend site visits, client meetings, and design team coordination sessions
  • Support in preparing reports, risk assessments, and tender documentation
  • Help ensure compliance with health & safety and project standards
  • Liaise with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders

About You:

  • Degree in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or similar
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn and grow in a consultancy environment
  • A team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail
  • Ideally some work placement, internship, or site experience (but not essential)
  • Full UK driving licence or working towards one

What s on Offer:

  • Salary up to GBP35,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Support for APC, CIOB, or other chartership routes
  • Mentoring and training from experienced professionals
  • Friendly, flexible, and inclusive team culture
  • Opportunities for rapid career progression
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