Assistant Project Manager - Electrical

Construct Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the City of London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support complex electrical projects primarily within data centres. The ideal candidate will have project management experience, strong communication skills, and relevant electrical qualifications. This role offers a competitive benefits package including 24 days of annual leave, private healthcare, life insurance, and training opportunities, along with excellent prospects for career development in construction.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Private healthcare & dental

Life insurance

Training & development

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience at Project Engineer / Construction Management level.
• Customer-facing contractor experience.
• Flexibility to cover weekend working as required.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of electrical projects from pre-start to completion.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with H&S, CDM, environmental and QA standards.
• Order materials, issue POs and manage costs/value opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of data centres

Planning Software

MS Office

Education

Relevant electrical qualifications

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Electrical - Critical Facilities

Our client is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager on complex construction and engineering projects, primarily within data centres and critical facilities. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality standards while building strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

This is a great opportunity to join an established business in the City of London which has achieved consistent year-on-year turnover growth, creating excellent opportunities for career development and progression in building and construction across the wider group.

Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of electrical projects from pre-start to completion.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with H&S, CDM, environmental and QA standards.
• Deliver toolbox talks, raise permits and chair subcontractor meetings.
• Maintain programmes, RAMS, site records and H&S documentation.
• Order materials, issue POs and manage costs/value opportunities.
• Ensure defect‑free delivery and high site standards.
• Complete testing documentation and project reporting.

About You

• Experience at Project Engineer / Construction Management level.
• In‑depth knowledge of data centres / critical facilities.
• Customer‑facing contractor experience.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Proficient with planning software, SharePoint and MS Office.
• Have relevant electrical qualifications.
• Flexibility to cover weekend working as required.
• Must be happy to travel to surrounding counties.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Private healthcare & dental
• Life insurance
• Training & development
• Company pension