Roads Assistant Project Manager - UK Highways Delivery

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Truro; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Truro, UK, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support highways project delivery. Responsibilities include coordinating project phases, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. Candidates should possess a degree in STEM disciplines and have a developing foundation in project management. The role offers a chance to work collaboratively within a dynamic team, contributing to infrastructure projects across the UK, with a vibrant and supportive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Developing foundation in project management capability.
• Interest in NEC contracts and commercial processes.
• Working towards membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Interest in highway/infrastructure projects is beneficial.
• Developing competence in stakeholder management and risk planning.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of highways projects for public and private clients.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems.
• Coordinate assigned work packages and track actions.
• Support contract administration activities.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Project management capability

Stakeholder management

Risk planning

Commercial awareness

Confidence in Excel, Word, Teams

Education

Degree in STEM or equivalent

Tools

WSP project management systems

Excel

Word

Teams

Job description

A leading infrastructure firm in Truro, UK, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support highways project delivery. Responsibilities include coordinating project phases, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. Candidates should possess a degree in STEM disciplines and have a developing foundation in project management. The role offers a chance to work collaboratively within a dynamic team, contributing to infrastructure projects across the UK, with a vibrant and supportive work atmosphere.