Assistant Project Manager Construction Consultancy

Brandon James; Margate; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APC support with professional fees

Hybrid working after probation

Pension contribution

Exposure to residential projects

Opportunity to manage own projects

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Brandon James, a growing construction consultancy in Kent, seeks an Assistant Project Manager to work on residential developments from 3m to 50m, with APC support and a clear path to progression. The role involves collaboration with client and contractor teams, supporting project delivery and reporting while developing independent responsibility as you gain experience.

Ideal candidates have prior construction consultancy experience and a degree in a related field, with MRICS/MAPM/MCIOB

Qualifications

• Prior experience working within a construction consultancy environment.
• Experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Graduate Project Manager.
• Residential project experience.
• A degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, or a similar construction-related discipline.
• Working towards MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or another relevant professional qualification.
• Good knowledge of JCT contracts and construction project delivery.
• Strong communication, organisational, and client-facing skills.
• A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to develop within project management.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of residential developments from inception through to completion, on projects ranging from 3m to 50m.
• Assist with programme management, consultant coordination, procurement support, contract administration, and project reporting.
• Engage in risk management and stakeholder engagement; attend client and site meetings.
• Liaise with contractors and consultants, prepare project documentation, and help ensure timely delivery within budget and to a high standard.
• As experience grows, deliver smaller projects independently while supporting senior colleagues on larger developments.

Education

Degree in Project Management

MRICS

MAPM

MCIOB

Job description

A growing construction consultancy based in Kent is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager with construction consultancy experience to work on residential developments ranging from 3m to 50m while building a long‑term career within a supportive and ambitious business.

The Assistant Project Manager will work alongside experienced Project Managers and senior leaders, supporting the delivery of residential schemes while taking ownership of smaller projects as their experience grows. This role would suit someone who is eager to learn, enjoys working closely with clients and contractors, and is looking for a business that actively invests in career progression. The successful candidate will join a young, collaborative team with excellent APC support, flexible working following probation, and exciting growth plans across England.

You must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role.

Role Overview

The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of residential developments from inception through to completion, working on projects ranging from 3m to 50m.

The Assistant Project Manager will assist with programme management, consultant coordination, procurement support, contract administration, project reporting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. They will attend client and site meetings, liaise with contractors and consultants, prepare project documentation, and help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

As experience develops, the Assistant Project Manager will be given responsibility for delivering smaller projects independently while continuing to support senior colleagues on larger and more complex developments.

Requirements

• Prior experience working within a construction consultancy environment
• Experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Graduate Project Manager
• Residential project experience
• A degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, or a similar construction-related discipline
• Working towards MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or another relevant professional qualification
• Good knowledge of JCT contracts and construction project delivery
• Strong communication, organisational, and client-facing skills
• A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to develop within project management

In Return

• 35,000 - 45,000
• APC support with professional fees paid
• Hybrid working following successful completion of probation
• Pension contribution
• Exposure to residential projects valued between 3m and 50m
• Opportunity to manage your own projects
• Young, supportive, and collaborative team
• Excellent long-term progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
• Opportunity to be part of an expanding business with ambitious growth plans