Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

Department: Thames

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Kidlington

Reporting To: Justin Holt

Compensation: £45,000 - £60,000 / year

The Assistant Project Manager will support the Project Manager to deliver safe, on‑time, on‑budget mains water projects. You will assist with planning, site preparation, stakeholder engagement, traffic and excavation coordination, quality assurance, health & safety, reporting and continuous improvement.

• Support the Project Manager with project planning, pre‑site visits and developing programme, resource and budget inputs.
• Assist coordination of pre‑site activities and on‑site delivery: traffic management, excavation, asset installation, reinstatement and site clearance.
• Maintain accurate project records, monitor progress, prepare regular progress reports and update schedules using project management tools.
• Liaise with stakeholders (local authorities, utilities, contractors, the public) and help organise meetings and permit coordination.
• Help manage contractors, suppliers and site teams; support performance reviews and promote effective teamwork.
• Support risk management: identify risks, log incidents/near‑misses and assist with corrective actions.
• Assist with budget monitoring, identify cost‑saving opportunities and report variances.
• Help implement and promote health & safety, carry out site checks and deliver safety briefings.

Support quality assurance activities, inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Experience in water utility engineering projects.
• Knowledge of traffic management, excavation/site works and industry health & safety standards.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and record‑keeping skills.
• Excellent stakeholder and contractor management; clear verbal and written communicator.
• Willingness to work on site and travel between locations as required.
• Desirable qualifications: NRSWA Supervisors, water hygiene and SHEA water Qualifications. Full UK driving licence preferred.

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

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