Assistant Project Manager

Position: Assistant Project Manager

Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes

Position Overview

A new and exciting role has become available for an "Assistant Project Manager". As an Assistant Project Manager, you will be expected to deliver a wide range of construction works, across multiple disciplines, which are instructed by our client. You will part of a wider projects team however this role is to be based primarily at our client site in Milton Keynes. You will be responsible for delivering a number of smaller scale projects, whilst ensuring you are supporting the wider team.

The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with the team, stakeholders and client representatives in delivering value for money solutions.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring works are delivered in compliance with the contract and governance arrangements.


• Quality assurance.


• Overall health and safety responsibility for allocated works.


• Developing and implementing construction phase plans.


• Ensuring appropriate risk assessments and statutory documentation is in place ahead of works commencing.


• Managing the appointment of contractors.


• Responsible for the delivery of programmes and budgets.


• Managing communications with all stakeholders.


• Risk and opportunity management.


• Reporting progress at regular intervals.


• Review methods of working, alternative materials etc. to maximise efficiency.


• Seeking and developing ongoing continuous improvement.


• Providing aftercare services to the customer.


• Work closely with project commercial team to ensure works are delivered in accordance with NEC3 Contract requirements


• Support the team in delivering department objectives.


Experience

The successful candidate must have experience in the construction industry and be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver new works / small projects both individually and as part of a team.

• Fully conversant with all applicable legislation, regulations and standards. (Desirable)


• Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of the NEC 3 suite of contracts. (Preferable)


• Competent in the use of Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project (Essential)


• Competent in the use of Maximo (Desirable)


• Knowledge of or experience of working within the construction industry (Essential).


• Management experience of delivering multiple projects simultaneously. (Preferable)


• You must be able to deliver at pace, working within multiple deadlines, duties & also deliver works accurately. (Essential)


• You will be expected to work to your own initiative, whilst also working well as an integral team member. (Essential)


Qualifications

• Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) (Preferable)


• Appropriate degree or NVQ in a technical trade. (Essential)


• Driving License (Essential)


• Project Management/Construction Management qualification (Desirable)


• Hold SC Clearance or able to obtain SC Clearance (Essential)


Person

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Good knowledge of project management approaches


• Good knowledge of budget and resource allocation procedures.


• Problem solving skills.


• Ability to write clear & precise reports (Such as project scope and design briefs).


• Simplify complex information to a diverse range of stakeholders.


• Maintain a flexible approach towards solving problems and delivering programmes.


• Well organised with good time management skills.


• Outcome driven


• Calm and considered approach when faced with adversity and high-pressure situations.


• Always displays a positive attitude.


• Embrace and contribute towards innovation and improving systems for a better way of working.
  
  The successful candidate must have experience in the construction industry and be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver new works / small projects both individually and as part of a team.


• Fully conversant with all applicable legislation, regulations and standards. (Desirable)


• Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of the NEC 3 suite of contracts. (Preferable)


• Competent in the use of Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project (Essential)


• Competent in the use of Maximo (Desirable)


• Knowledge of or experience of working within the construction industry (Essential).


• Management experience of delivering multiple projects simultaneously. (Preferable)


• You must be able to deliver at pace, working within multiple deadlines, duties & also deliver works accurately. (Essential)


• You will be expected to work to your own initiative, whilst also working well as an integral team member. (Essential), Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) (Preferable)


• Appropriate degree or NVQ in a technical trade. (Essential)


• Driving License (Essential)


• Project Management/Construction Management qualification (Desirable)


• Hold SC Clearance or able to obtain SC Clearance (Essential)


Person

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Good knowledge of project management approaches


• Good knowledge of budget and resource allocation procedures.


• Problem solving skills.


• Ability to write clear & precise reports (Such as project scope and design briefs).


• Simplify complex information to a diverse range of stakeholders.


• Maintain a flexible approach towards solving problems and delivering programmes.


• Well organised with good time management skills.


• Outcome driven


• Calm and considered approach when faced with adversity and high-pressure situations.


• Always displays a positive attitude.


• Embrace and contribute towards innovation and improving systems for a better way of working.