Environmental Project Assistant: Grow into PM

WSP; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and professional services firm is seeking Assistant Project Managers to join their Environmental Project Management team. You will have a key role in delivering diverse environmental projects across the UK, supporting the Project Manager to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. This position offers a hybrid working model, emphasizing work-life balance, inclusivity, and professional development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Gymflex scheme for discounted gym memberships

Comprehensive health and wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Interest or experience in the environment and land based sustainable development.
• Experience of working within a Project or PMO environment.
• Evidence of being a confident communicator.
• Evidence of collaboration and determination to learn new skills.
• Qualification in a relevant discipline or relevant project management experience.
• Evidence of financial acumen and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of project proposals including determining project requirements.
• Assist in developing project management documentation.
• Coordinate the monitoring and update of project schedules.
• Ensure health and safety information for site visits are in place.
• Schedule meetings, take minutes, and track actions.
• Manage information via Common Data Environments like SharePoint.

Skills

Interest or experience in the environment and sustainable development

Experience within a Project or PMO environment

Confident communication

Collaboration and problem-solving skills

Commercial and contractual awareness

Education

Qualification in environment, project management, engineering, science, or related fields

Job description

A leading engineering and professional services firm is seeking Assistant Project Managers to join their Environmental Project Management team. You will have a key role in delivering diverse environmental projects across the UK, supporting the Project Manager to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. This position offers a hybrid working model, emphasizing work-life balance, inclusivity, and professional development in a collaborative environment.