Project Manager Assistant

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering firm is seeking a Project Manager Assistant based in London. The successful candidate will support project delivery, maintain strong client relations, and help manage a team of engineers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant projects in the engineering and construction sector, with a focus on organizational excellence and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Project Management within engineering or construction industry.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered technically correct and on time.
• Manage and control internal and third party resources on projects.
• Attend regular contact and meetings with Project Directors and clients.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We are looking for a Project Manager Assistant with excellent organisation and management skills who has experience in construction and / or engineering arena and can show their capabilities in what they have delivered. Someone that can demonstrate drive and the ability to motivate others, someone who is adaptable to change and keen to add value in this key sector for us. You should be able to clearly demonstrate their ability to deal with our customers be it through project leadership or business development, client facing skill are a key consideration.

You will have the opportunity to support a team of engineers across a number of projects, locations and ventures.You’ll be part of a dynamic, agile, forward-thinking team of individuals that are looking significantly to grow the business and the division’s portfolio and reach

Primary Responsibilities

• Working in conjunction with the Project Director / Manager, ensure projects are delivered technically correct and on time, whilst maintaining the target profit level.
• Attend/Maintain regular contact and meetings with Project Directors and clients to build/foster relationship.
• Manage and control internal and third party resources on projects.
• Ensure all key project design deadlines are met per scope and budget.
• Ensure technical compliance and quality production of all deliverables.
• Record any changes of scope, which may affect fee basis and advise leadership.
• Assist other Project Directors in Project Delivery as required.
• Carry out third party design audit’s as necessary.
• Work with Project Director to review on a monthly basis the Project Job Costing Reports.
• Supporting Project Directors / Managers and leadership with the following:
• Reviewing/Assist with Contract Documentation Monitoring
• Coordinating Project Documentation
• Participate & Organise Project Team Meetings
• Maintaining Project Calendars and Tasks
• Facilitating Communications with Project Teams and Consultants
• Basic Project Accounting
• Day-to Day Project related administrative tasks
• Project Close-Out Support

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and proven experience running a design engineering team(s)
• Minimum of 5yrs experience in Project Management within engineering or construction industry or a design consultancy.
• Experience within the Datacentre industry is highly advantageous.
• Working knowledge of construction projects
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Team-management and leadership skills.
• Leadership Skills

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years related experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United Kingdom-England-London

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Program Management

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Jul 17, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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