Junior Project Manager

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd is seeking a Junior Project Manager in Reading for a 6-month contract. You will assist in planning, coordinating and delivering projects within scope, time and budget, under the supervision of a senior PM, with a focus on clear progress tracking and stakeholder communication.

Candidates should hold certifications such as PRINCE2 Foundation or AgilePM Foundation, have basic PM knowledge, and be proficient with MS Office and tools like MS Project, Jira or Trello.

Qualifications

• Certification in PRINCE2 Foundation or AgilePM Foundation is expected.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, schedules and resource allocations.
• Track progress against milestones and raise risks promptly.
• Maintain documentation such as RAID logs and status reports.
• Support updates to stakeholders on project status, risks and issues.
• Assist in monitoring budgets and resource utilisation.
• Process purchase orders and invoices where required.
• Ensure adherence to project management standards and frameworks.
• Support audit and compliance documentation and approvals.

Skills

PRINCE2 Foundation

AgilePM Foundation

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Jira

Trello

Azure DevOps

Agile delivery

Tools

Jira

Trello

MS Project

Azure DevOps

Job description

Junior Project Manager

Location: Reading

Contract:6 months
Pay:Up to£65p/h (Inside IR35)

Please note that due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold a high level of UK security clearance.

Overview:You'll be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects within agreed scope, time, and budget. Working under the guidance of a senior project or programme manager, you will assist in managing tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Track progress against milestones and elevate risks or delays promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation (plans, RAID logs, status reports).
• Support regular updates to stakeholders on project status, risks, and issues.
• Assist in monitoring project budgets and resource utilisation.
• Process purchase orders and invoices where required.
• Help identify risks and issues; maintain RAID logs.
• Ensure adherence to organisational project management standards and frameworks.
• Support audit and compliance requirements for documentation and approvals.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Hold relevant certifications (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation, AgilePM Foundation).
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello).
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
• Exposure to digital transformation or technology projects.