Assistant Project Manager

Working Location: Manchester, UK. Primarily office-based with flexible hybrid working.

Contract Type: Permanent position.

About the Role: We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering design projects within the water sector. This role is ideal for someone with early project or design experience who is ready to step into a more structured project management role, with clear progression toward Project Manager level. You will work closely with senior engineers and project managers to help coordinate design delivery, manage programmes, and ensure projects run smoothly from concept through to completion. Design project experience is necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the management of multidisciplinary water design projects.
• Assisting in delivering projects on time, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Helping coordinate design teams and supply chain partners.
• Updating and maintaining project programmes.
• Supporting the administration of NEC and other contract requirements.
• Assisting with commercial tracking, variations and change management.
• Maintaining regular communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Reporting project progress and performance to senior team members.
• Supporting the preparation of tenders and technical proposals.
• Ensuring effective collaboration across engineering disciplines.

About You:

You will already have some exposure to engineering or project environments and be looking to build a long-term career in project management.

Requirements:

Essential:

• 2-5 years experience in one or more of the following: Engineering design in a regulated industry, Project management (design only), Design coordination or design management.
• Degree or HND in an engineering or related discipline.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Interest in developing a career in project management.

Desirable:

• Experience within the water sector.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Exposure to NEC or similar contract forms.
• Awareness of project programmes, cost tracking and change management.
• Experience working with cross-functional or distributed teams.
• Basic understanding of commercial and contractual principles.

Why Join:

This is a strong opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you will gain hands-on project experience while being supported to develop into a Project Manager. You will benefit from:

• Clear progression into Project Manager roles.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Support from experienced engineers and project leaders.
• Opportunities to get involved in tenders and client-facing work.

The Manchester office offers free parking, excellent transport links and access to a fully equipped gym with changing facilities, alongside a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits:

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• Structured training and development support.
• Regular CPD sessions.
• Monthly team brunches and quarterly socials.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free fruit in the office.

Career Development:

If you are looking to move into a role where you can build real project management experience and take the next step in your career, this position offers the support and exposure to help you progress.