Assistant Project Manager - Rail in Cardiff

Energy Jobline ZR; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering and consulting firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Cardiff. The role involves supporting major projects such as the Cardiff Crossrail initiative. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and project management experience. Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder engagement skills are necessary. Opportunities for career development and a flexible work environment are provided.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, preferably as a Graduate Project Manager.
• Understanding of project management theory and principles.
• Demonstrates awareness of commercial issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production of project management deliverables.
• Prepare project management related information.
• Contribute to bids and work winning function.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Bachelors or Masters Degree in an appropriate subject

Associate membership of the Association for Project Management

PMQ or equivalent

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Job Description

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working for us, you'll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Assistant Project Manager to join our Consulting Rail team in Cardiff.

This will support our growing project management team, delivering work on our major projects such as Cardiff Crossrail. The Cardiff Crossrail project represents a major step forward in connecting key parts of the city by rail. Amey has been appointed as the Principal Designer Advisor delivering the Preliminary and Detailed design phases for this transformative tramway initiative, aiming to establish a direct rail link between Cardiff Central railway station and Cardiff Bay, creating seamless connections for passengers.

The role

Our Assistant Project Managers play an important part within the Rail Design team and alongside our clients. As the Cardiff Crossrail Design Delivery Assistant Project Manager you will be responsible for supporting the design phases of a transport project in Cardiff under NEC4 contract conditions. This position coordinates the integration of multi-disciplinary designs, manages strategic programme activities, engages with stakeholders, maintains budget controls, and applies risk management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team, assisting in the production and maintenance of technically sound project management deliverables, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of project management related information that enables Amey Consulting commissions to be delivered whilst satisfying the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme.
• Contribute to the preparation of bids and the general work winning function.
• Contribute to effective health and safety practices within the team.

What you will bring to us

• Experience in the field of project management, probably gained in a Graduate Project Manager role or equivalent.
• An understanding of project management theory and principles, gained through practical application with developing ability to apply in practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of project management and specification processes.
• Can take ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables to a reasonable standard.
• Good competence of project management software and similar analytical tools.
• Demonstrates awareness of commercial issues.
• Basic understanding of health, safety and welfare including specific regulations.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of the different interfaces on projects.
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in an appropriate subject.
• Associate membership of the Association for Project Management.
• Association for Project Management Project Fundamentals Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent.

What we can offer you

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Career Development

Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We're huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life Balance

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we're open to discussing working options that suit you.

Wellbeing

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.

EDI

At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas - Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Social Value

You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

Plus a range of other great perks and benefits including:

• Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to.
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.

You’ll be stretched, but always supported. We recognise your hard work and look after your well‑being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Application Guidance

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