Assistant Project Manager

🚧 Assistant Project Manager - Road Maintenance (Client Side) 📍 Location

A13 Corridor (London / Essex area)

We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join a major highways programme, supporting the delivery of road maintenance and improvement works along the A13. This is a client‑side position, providing oversight and coordination of large‑scale infrastructure projects delivered under the NEC3 contract framework.

The role requires someone with a strong background in major civil engineering projects, ideally with exposure to both design coordination and construction delivery, and the ability to work effectively with principal contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

• Support the Project Manager in the planning and delivery of road maintenance and upgrade schemes
• Act as a client‑side representative, ensuring contractors meet programme, quality and safety requirements
• Oversee compliance with NEC3 contractual obligations, including change management and reporting
• Assist in reviewing and coordinating design packages, ensuring technical solutions are practical and cost‑effective
• Monitor site progress, identify risks, and contribute to mitigation strategies
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports and stakeholder updates
• Liaise with internal teams, external consultants and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery
• Contribute to health, safety and environmental management across all works
• Support budget tracking, forecasting and value‑for‑money assessments

• Proven experience in major infrastructure or highways projects
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 contracts and client‑side project delivery
• Background in design coordination within civil engineering or highways
• Experience working with principal contractors on large‑scale projects
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational ability with attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline (preferred)

• Contract role, outside IR35 potential

This is an opportunity to play a key part in the delivery of a high‑profile highways programme, gaining exposure to both design and construction phases while working client‑side. You'll be at the heart of ensuring that critical infrastructure is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.