Assistant Project Manager — Hard FM & Construction Delivery

Carlisle Support Services; Park Central; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Support Services is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to aid the planning, coordination and delivery of Hard FM and construction projects across its national portfolio. Working with experienced PMs and the Hard Services Delivery Manager, you will help ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in line with client requirements and HSE standards.

You will develop programmes, monitor progress, coordinate site activities and support procurement.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling and coordination principles.
• Experience liaising with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and operational teams.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Experience maintaining accurate project documentation and reports.
• Good commercial awareness with an understanding of project costs and budgets.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to sites across the UK.
• Previous experience in a Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Junior Project Manager or similar.
• Experience delivering multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.
• PRINCE2 Foundation, APM PFQ, or working towards a recognised PM qualification.
• Desirable: PRINCE2 Foundation or APM PFQ; IOSH Working Safely; experience in Hard FM/building services.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, mobilisation and delivery of multiple Hard FM and minor works projects.
• Assist in developing project programmes, schedules and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Coordinate site activities to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, reports and records.
• Work closely with operational teams, engineers, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Attend project meetings and record actions, ensuring follow-up and completion.
• Support the procurement of materials, equipment and subcontractor services.
• Assist with project handovers and close-out documentation.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture across all projects.
• Support the preparation of RAMS and report safety concerns promptly.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders and communicate progress.
• Support the resolution of client queries and project issues and monitor costs.
• Assist in quotations, variations and purchase orders and maintain financial records.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Stakeholder liaison

Documentation

Budget awareness

Teamwork

Driving licence

UK travel

PM qualifications progress

Facilities management

Job description

Carlisle Support Services is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to aid the planning, coordination and delivery of Hard FM and construction projects across its national portfolio. Working with experienced PMs and the Hard Services Delivery Manager, you will help ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in line with client requirements and HSE standards.

You will develop programmes, monitor progress, coordinate site activities and support procurement.