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- Under the direction / supervision of a Senior Project Manager (SPM) or Project Manager (PM), assists in the execution of projects and gains awareness of project management processes and practices.
- Assists the SPM / PM in project start-up and delivery of larger projects.
- Leads the start-up and delivery of lower-risk, lower-complexity projects under the guidance of the business stream manager.
- Assists in project activities to meet time, cost, and quality requirements and manages risk.
- Helps in delivering the Project Safely.
Reports to
Project Manager or Senior Project Manager
Position in the organisation
- Reports directly to the business stream manager or a SPM/PM.
- Has delegated responsibility for project teams, including Nuvia personnel, external contractors, and subcontractors where applicable.
- Implement the Nuvia project delivery process as per the Head of the PMO.
Key Accountabilities
Delivery accountability
- Take responsibility for delegated aspects of project delivery such as definition, design, procurement, manufacture, construction, and commissioning within the delegated scope.
- Ensure successful delivery of the project scope in accordance with the Project Management Plan.
- Manage project scope and deviations from the agreed scope.
The Assistant Project Manager will be involved in:
- Setting up the project team, obtaining resources, and mobilising the project.
- Preparing the Project Management Plan (especially for larger projects).
- Developing a project delivery strategy.
- Preparing Procurement and Safety Plans as applicable.
- Establishing document and key deliverables schedules.
- Determining resource requirements and liaising with the business to secure appropriate SQEP resources.
Establishes schedule, budgets, and project cost control
- Establish baseline budget and schedule.
- Set up work breakdown structure (WBS).
- Set up accounting structure to match the WBS.
Procurement and Subcontract Management
- Execute procurement exercises and review supplier selections.
- Assess tenderer costs, performance, and award subcontracts.
- Place purchase orders and manage subcontractors according to company procedures.
Monitor, Control, and Report on Project Costs, Resources, Schedule, and Scope
- Maintain records of project costs and commitments, compare with plans, and take corrective actions.
- Hold progress meetings with the customer and internal teams.
- Track progress, resource usage, and mitigate deviations.
- Produce progress and financial reports for internal and customer use.
- Identify and address contract deviations.
Supervise Project Teams to ensure safety, quality, and delivery standards.
- Supervise project teams and subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, including training requirements.
Assess and Mitigate Project Risks
- Identify and evaluate project risks.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Tendering and Proposal Development
- Contribute input for tender responses.
Occupational Skills and Knowledge
- Engineering or related technical/science degree or HNC/HND with some experience.
Duties and Requirements
- Learn and adhere to professional standards, legal, and technical requirements.
- Develop commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Some experience in project management and control.
- Possess a full UK driver’s license.
Why Nuvia
Nuvia, a subsidiary of VINCI construction, operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear, with a strong presence in the UK and internationally. The company is committed to safety, innovation, and excellence, fostering a performance-driven culture and development of its people.