Project Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Equans is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Manchester on a 6 month FTC. This is a full‑time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

Working on a prestigious government account the post holder will be responsible for managing a variety of small works from 25k‑1M. The post holder will also be responsible for generating and delivering a variety of FM Project Works on our customers sites across the UK to meet the needs of the business.

The role requires site visits in and around the northwest of England.

We are looking for an experienced project manager with experience within the FM industry. A confident communicator able to balance the needs to all stakeholders, client and suppliers.

Candidate required to obtain BPSS clearance prior to commencing.

• Identify and generate project work opportunities from within a set portfolio of maintenance contracts.
• Liaise with key stakeholders on their requirements and explain feasibility of their schemes to become a trusted advisor.
• Work with developers, designers and sub‑contractors to define and document scope(s) of work(s).
• Develop and understand the full scope of works in line with the desired project business case and in turn outcome. This is to be within agreed budget requirements and required profit margins.
• Manage, run and draw up tenders on behalf of the customer as required. Carry out full tender analysis of all sub‑contractor returns.
• Ensuring all project works are compliant to CDM 2015.
• Identify, reduce and manage all statutory and commercial risks associated with the project they are leading.
• Ensure EQUANS SHEQ practices and processes are fully embedded in each project.
• Ensure full compliance with project management policies and procedures.
• Manage the day‑to‑day operational aspects of the project(s) "end to end". Activities to include but not be limited to estimating, business development, quantity surveying, sub‑contractor management and site manager duties.
• Work closely with relevant stake holders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
• Ensure customer acceptance is adhered to, in writing and in line with the project plans.
• Mutually agree payment schedules and applications for payment to the benefit of the project and the business.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current and appropriately stored.
• Provide timely monthly reports to the Head of Projects / Sector Director in an agreed format.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective / individual training, and personalised support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to a mental wellbeing app.

• Previous experience in a Project Management role.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Ability to understand commercial and financial metrics.
• Ability to deliver to deadlines.
• Fully competent with Project Management methodology.
• Broad understanding of construction Health and Safety law and legislation.

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans' 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.