Description of Role
Spencer Group is a leading engineering and construction company delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across the UK. Our Rail Division specialises in the design, fabrication, and delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with clients, principal contractors, and Network Rail to deliver safe, high-quality projects on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Support the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, and delivery of rail projects.
- Assist with the preparation and maintenance of project programmes, budgets, and delivery plans.
- Monitor project progress against programme and report on key milestones.
- Coordinate communication between internal departments, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Attend project meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, and track actions through to completion.
- Assist in managing project documentation, ensuring compliance with company procedures and client requirements.
- Support commercial activities including procurement, valuations, cost tracking, and change management.
- Help identify project risks and opportunities, maintaining risk and issue registers.
- Assist with the preparation of progress reports and client updates.
- Ensure health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained throughout project delivery.
- Support the management of design deliverables and technical information.
- Coordinate site activities where required, ensuring resources are available and works are delivered efficiently.
- Assist in preparing completion documentation, handover packs, and lessons learned.
- Build positive working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and delivery partners.
Requirements and Qualifications
Person Specification
- Proactive and enthusiastic approach to work.
- Strong problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements.
- Professional and client focused.
- Committed to continuous learning and personal development.
- High standards of integrity and accountability.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience within construction, civil engineering, or rail infrastructure.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Good understanding of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Project.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Experience working within the UK rail industry.
- Knowledge of Network Rail standards and project delivery processes.
- Understanding of NEC contracts.
- PRINCE2, APM, or similar project management qualification.
- CSCS card.
- PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification or willingness to obtain.
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Assistant Project Manager – Rail employer: Spencer Group
At Spencer Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and mentorship programs, particularly for those in pivotal roles like the Senior Site Engineer. Located in a vibrant region, our team enjoys not only competitive benefits but also the chance to work on impactful civil infrastructure projects that shape communities.
