Interim Assistant Project Manager

Hays Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Assistant Project Manager to support capital works projects in a university setting. This role involves planning and coordinating multiple projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and contributing to meaningful infrastructure improvements. Candidates should possess project management experience and relevant qualifications, with opportunities for permanent roles and career growth available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, ideally within the built environment or higher education sector.
• Familiarity with capital works, refurbishment, or minor construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of capital works projects.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and timelines, reporting regularly to senior project managers.
• Maintain accurate project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in project management or construction (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, RICS, CIOB)

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Your new company

Hays are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Interim Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of capital works projects across our client's university estate. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure improvements in a dynamic academic environment.You will assist in managing multiple small-scale capital projects (up to £100,000 in value), ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Your new role

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of capital works projects across the university's campuses.
• Assist in procurement, contractor management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and timelines, reporting regularly to senior project managers.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, health & safety regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and contribute to post-project reviews.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in project management, ideally within the built environment or higher education sector.
• Familiarity with capital works, refurbishment, or minor construction projects.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments, consultants, and contractors.
• Working knowledge of project management tools and reporting systems.

Desirable requirements

• Relevant qualifications in project management or construction (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, RICS, CIOB).
• Understanding of sustainability and accessibility considerations in capital projects.

What you'll get in return

Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment.
Work on projects that directly enhance the student and staff experience.
Option to take on a permanent role, with great career progression for the future.

What you need to do now

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