Pipelines Assistant Project Manager

Lord Search & Selection; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the Havant area is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a pivotal reservoir project. The successful candidate will provide support to the Project Manager, ensuring communication with stakeholders, and manage various ad hoc projects. Ideal applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree related to engineering, significant civil project experience, and strong project management skills. Competitive benefits include a performance-related bonus and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Non-contractual bonus up to 6%

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme with 15% company contribution

Life assurance scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Retailer discounts

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in major civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong ability to cultivate stakeholder relationships.
• Working knowledge of environmental management plans.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in fulfilling responsibilities under NEC contract.
• Liaise with stakeholders for project readiness.
• Ensure project compliance with standards and specifications.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management capability

Analytical skills

Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMI)

Tools

NEC contract management experience

Planning software

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

Job description

Our client in the Havant area is looking to recruit a dynamic and forward-thinking Assistant Project Manager to join their team working on a reservoir project.

In this key role, you will support the Project Manager in fulfilling the responsibilities outlined under the NEC contract. Your duties will include effective communication with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met, contributing to the planning and development phases, and assisting in coordination and management efforts. Additionally, you will manage various ad hoc projects, overseeing them from concept to completion, ensuring their successful delivery.

What will you be doing

• Key Responsibilities
  Represent PW at various Sub-Group meetings.
• Regular meetings with Stakeholders to monitor pipeline works and coordinate activity.
• Production/support of monthly progress reports and governance approval papers.
• Lead procurement, monitoring, and performance of NEC contracts.
• Design interface with approved suppliers.
• Actively support CEMAR contract management software package for communication.
• Liaise with external stakeholders to secure agreement or acceptance of plans related to the reservoir scheme.
• Liaise with PW internal stakeholders to ensure project readiness for seamless handover into operation upon completion.
• Ensure project development complies with standards, specifications, requirements, and policies established by Portsmouth Water and Havant Thicket Project, specifically in line with the contract.
• Complete projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards, ensuring delivery within ODI targets and regulatory allowances.

What do you need

Skills, Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, design, or a related field.
• Strong and demonstrable experience in major civil infrastructure projects.
• NEC contract management experience is desirable.
• Member of a relevant professional institution e.g., MICE, APM, PMI.
• Project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, or PMI).
• Full driving license (all applicants will be required to undertake a driver assessment).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build excellent relationships with the team and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to foster collaborative working.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of planning software and techniques.
• Proven project management capability.
• A systematic approach to solving complex issues and communicating solutions effectively.
• Good analytical skills, with the ability to review and write environmental management plans, progress reports, and decision support papers.
• Ability to meet deadlines with a focus on results and quality.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.

Hours:

• 38 hours per week

Benefits:

• Non-contractual bonus related to company performance of up to 6% of basic salary
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• A generous pension scheme with up to 15% company contribution
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave (maternity, adoption, paternity leave and pay)
• Life assurance scheme providing a death-in-service lump sum of 4 times pensionable salary
• Private Medical Insurance and Employee Assistance
• Perks including discounts at retailers, Electric Vehicle Scheme (after one year), Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Cash Plan, and more