Junior Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in catering equipment is offering an opportunity for a Junior Project Manager in Stevenage. This role provides a chance to gain valuable experience in project management while working on exciting commercial catering projects across the UK. As part of a supportive team, you will assist in all stages of the project lifecycle, contributing to successful project delivery and growth within the company.

Benefits

Paid-for travel

Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension & life insurance

Competitive holiday allowance including Bank Holidays

Regular team lunches and events

Dine for free at project sites

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a construction or fit-out project-focused environment is a plus.
• Detail-oriented team player with a proactive approach.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing project activities and timelines.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Schedule meetings and track project progress using spreadsheets.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Formal project management training or certification (e.g. CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

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Are you a highly organised individual with a passion for planning and delivering projects? Are you looking to kick-start your career in project management with a company that values your growth and development?

TAG Catering Equipment is seeking a Junior Project Manager to join our dynamic and expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience working on diverse and exciting commercial catering projects across the UK. This role offers clear progression to become a Project Manager, as you grow your skills and experience with us.

The Role:

As a Junior Project Manager, you’ll work closely with our experienced sales and project teams to ensure the successful delivery of commercial catering projects. You will assist in all stages of the project lifecycle—from planning and documentation to execution and final delivery—playing a vital role in keeping our projects running smoothly, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and executing project activities, milestones, and timelines
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate project documentation including purchase orders, delivery notes, RFI logs and O&M manualsplans
• Schedule internal and client meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting outcomes
• Track and report project progress using spreadsheets and project management software
• Support clear and consistent communication across project teams and with clients
• Follow up on outstanding tasks and project snags, and assist in resolving issues as they arise
• Carry out administrative duties to support the full lifecycle of project delivery

The Fit:

• Previous experience working in a construction or fit-out project-focused environment (nice to have, not essential)
• Formal project management training or certification (e.g. CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation) (nice to have, not essential)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with a working knowledge of project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Microsoft Teams, Smartsheet)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, detail-oriented team player with a problem-solving mindset
• Support from an award-winning marketing, design, and sales team so you can focus on your role.
• Bonus/commission structure
• Hybrid and flexible working, with 3 - 4 days in our Stevenage office and 1 - 2 days in London.
• Paid-for travel
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension & life insurance
• Competitive holiday allowance including Bank Holidays
• Regular team lunches and events
• The opportunity to dine for free at our project sites including fine-dining restaurants and 5* hotels