Junior Project Manager

J3A Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Project Manager in Reading to assist in delivering infrastructure projects for Thames Water. This role involves supporting Project Managers with project delivery, managing stakeholder relations, and ensuring compliance on-site. Ideal candidates should have strong organisational skills, a passion for construction, and the eagerness to learn. A competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme (matched up to 8%)

Volunteering opportunities

Flexible Benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Prioritise and plan effectively.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Experience in construction or project management preferred.
• Willingness to obtain SMSTS and CSCS qualification.
• Proactive attitude to evolve as a Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in project delivery.
• Manage health and safety and customer relations.
• Monitor progress against deadlines and budgets.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance and high standards on-site.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Construction knowledge

IT literacy

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Junior Project Manager

Working in partnership with Thames Water to deliver fantastic infrastructure projects that make a real difference for current and future generations, we are looking for a Junior Project Manager to join our team.

You will initially be supporting the delivery of projects such as Pangbourne within the Thames Valley region. Flexibility is important, as site locations may change depending on project programmes. This is a great opportunity to develop your career within project management while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support the Project Manager in the successful delivery of projects under the Thames Water Framework.
• Assist with managing health and safety, design, customer relations, quality, programme, and cost/value during both planning (ECI phase) and delivery stages.
• Help monitor progress of onsite and offsite activities against deadlines and budgets.
• Contribute to maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and customers.
• Work with the site team to ensure high standards of organisation, tidiness, and compliance.
• Support the adoption of innovative approaches such as offsite construction, Lean, and digital tools.
• Help with producing project documentation, reports, and forecasts.

What We Will Need From You

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and plan effectively.
• A team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some experience (or strong interest) in construction, engineering, or project management.
• Eagerness to learn about modern construction methods (MMC), digital tools (BIM), and Lean project delivery.
• IT literacy (Word, Excel, Project, etc.) is essential.
• SMSTS safety qualification and relevant CSCS card (or willingness to work towards these).
• HNC or equivalent qualification in a construction/manufacturing/engineering subject desirable, but not essential.
• A proactive attitude with the drive to develop into a future Project Manager.

What We Can Offer You

• Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
• Car allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days)
• Private medical insurance (with option to add family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
• 2 days volunteering opportunities per year
• Flexible and Agile working (depending on role/site requirements)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees paid
• Flexible Benefits scheme, including:
• Critical illness insurance (with partner cover option)
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance

Ready to build your future while helping shape the communities of tomorrow? Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. Together, we’ll deliver projects that leave a lasting impact while supporting your journey to becoming a future Project Manager.