Assistant Project Manager

A respected and expanding construction consultancy based in central Manchester is looking to appoint an Assistant Project Manager to work across a variety of exciting residential and commercial schemes. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to join a progressive and supportive consultancy known for its commitment to professional development and hands-on project exposure.

The Assistant Project Manager will join a high-performing team delivering new-build and fit-out projects typically valued between 2m and 30m. With clear progression routes and tailored APC support, this is the ideal environment for an Assistant Project Manager looking to build a long-term consultancy career.

The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with Project Managers and Senior PMs across several live projects, gaining valuable experience in both pre-contract and delivery stages.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the preparation of project programmes, reports, and contract documentation

• Attending client and site meetings and producing meeting notes

• Monitoring contractor progress and quality on site

• Assisting with procurement, cost planning, and stakeholder engagement

• Helping manage risk, change, and project documentation

This role will allow the Assistant Project Manager to take on increasing responsibility and develop a strong client-facing presence.

The ideal Assistant Project Manager will have:

• A degree in Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a construction-related discipline

• Previous experience in a consultancy or client-side role

• Exposure to residential or commercial schemes preferred

• Working towards MRICS or MAPM status

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A strong desire to grow within a structured consultancy environment

• 28,000 - 38,000

• RICS/APM chartership support

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Private medical cover and pension

• Structured training programme

• Excellent career progression