Assistant Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Trainee Site/Project Manager to assist in overseeing various projects. This full-time role involves supporting project operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and contributing to financial reporting. Ideal candidates should be studying or have completed a relevant qualification and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Benefits include a company vehicle, training opportunities, and holiday allowances.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

Mobile phone and laptop

Company clothing

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Continuous training and career progression

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Studying towards or completed a HNC/D in Construction or related qualification.
• GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English, Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT.

Responsibilities

• Assist and learn all aspects of the site-based Project Manager's responsibilities.
• Support and monitor Health & Safety practices on site.
• Attend regular site meetings with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Team-oriented

Education

HNC/D in Construction

GCSE in English

GCSE in Numeracy

GCSE in ICT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

DescriptionReporting to a Project Manager, the Trainee Site/Project Manager will support overseeing projects of varying values and natures. The primary role is to assist the site-based Project Manager in ensuring the project runs efficiently, profitably, and in full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and contract conditions. The key conditions are that all work is completed to a high standard, safely, on time, and to the client's satisfaction.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assist and learn all aspects of the site-based Project Manager's responsibilities and daily project operations.
2. Support and monitor Health & Safety practices and CDM Regulations on site.
3. Attend regular site meetings with clients, architects, quantity surveyors, planning supervisors, etc.
4. Assist in preparing reports, programmes, progress, and profitability reports.
5. Help in agreeing pricing and instructions with clients or their agents.
6. Contribute to valuations and final accounts.
7. Assist in tender preparations.
8. Procure, negotiate, and monitor subcontractors and suppliers.
9. Identify and implement service improvements.
10. Procure new clients and suppliers.
11. Ensure high levels of customer care.
12. Produce monthly reports such as cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts, etc.
13. Contribute to financial and progress meetings with stakeholders.
14. Support the site team to optimize contract resources.
15. Assist the Project Manager with data input and maintain deadlines.
16. Use our bespoke computer system and standard software like Word, Excel, and Project.

This is a full-time position, 42 hours/week: 07:45-17:15 Monday-Thursday, 07:45-16:45 Friday, involving travel and working away as needed. The role requires various clearances, including an Enhanced DBS check.

Essential Requirements

• Studying towards or completed a HNC/D in Construction or related qualification.
• GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English, Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT.
• Willingness to undertake training programs.
• Competent in IT packages.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and team-oriented.
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Hold a valid UK driving license, with 6 months driving experience, and live within an hour of PE1 5UP.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in construction.
• CSCS Card, IOSH Managing/Working Safely, NEBOSH, First Aid Certificate, etc.

Personal Competencies

• Effective communication skills.
• Professional image and brand promotion.
• Planning and prioritization abilities.
• Decision-making skills.
• Encouraging development and acting as a role model.
• Adaptability, resilience, and commercial awareness.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Company clothing.
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional holiday after 2 years.
• Continuous training and career progression.
• Health & wellbeing support, social events, charity work.