Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

Peterborough (with travel as required)

Full Time (42 hours per week)

Build Your Future With Princebuild

We are looking for a driven and adaptable Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Peterborough, supporting the successful delivery of construction projects across our portfolio.

At Princebuild, we are proud to be a family business built on the values of Building, Sharing, and Caring. These values are at the heart of everything we do and shape how we work with our colleagues, clients, and communities.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment where your contribution genuinely matters and where you will be trusted to make a difference.

We are looking for someone who communicates clearly, works collaboratively, takes ownership, and consistently delivers high standards while reflecting our values in everything they do.

We believe in recognising and rewarding great work. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle with fuel card or allowance
• Corporate clothing
• Employee profit share scheme
• 21 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 2 years' continuous service
• Early finish on Fridays
• Departmental bonuses and long service awards
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Positive working culture supported by the Princebuild Founders Trust and Princebuild Foundation, helping local community projects
• Ongoing training, development, and clear career progression opportunities
• An inclusive employer, accredited by Investors in People and Positive About Disabled People
• Regular social events and charity initiatives throughout the year

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and experience. To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

Essential:

• Construction-related qualification (BSc, HNC/HND or equivalent experience considered)
• Proven experience as an Assistant Project Manager or a similar role within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of construction processes and commercial awareness
• Ability to interpret drawings and technical information
• Experience in coordinating and organising multiple trade disciplines and site teams.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to co-ordination multiple activities and prioritise tasks
• A proactive, positive, and solutions-focused approach aligned with our values of Building, Sharing, and Caring
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence using IT systems (Microsoft Office and project tools)
• Full UK driving licence (minimum 6 months post-test experience)
• Commitment to professional standards, learning, and continuous improvement

Desirable:

• SMSTS or SSSTS
• First Aid at Work certification
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWCTC)
• Experience in commercial and design and build projects
• Understanding of JCT contracts

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement. Attitude, potential, and willingness to learn are just as important to us.

Please Note:

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check (including the Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists), any may require additional vetting as required by clients. All checks must be maintained and renewed upon request.

We Look Forward To You Working With Us!

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager will support the successful delivery of projects by working closely with Project Managers, site teams, and stakeholders. You will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard, meeting programme, cost, and quality expectations.

Working alongside Project Managers, you’ll be involved in delivering high-profile retail, commercial and refurbishment projects, giving you exposure to every stage of the project lifecycle.

This role is designed for someone looking to progress into a Project Management position. You’ll receive mentoring from experienced Senior Project Managers, together with ongoing professional development.

Our team delivers a variety of refurbishment and construction projects for some of…