Assistant Project Manager

Job Details

• Job Title:
  
  Assistant Project Manager
• Location:
  
  Shire Hall, Block 5, 6th Floor, Gloucestershire County Council
• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026
• Requisition Number: 14533
• This post is not open to job share

You will support the management of traffic engineering projects to reduce serious and fatal injuries and promote sustainable travel. The role involves collaboration with internal and external teams to deliver design solutions and construction phases aligned with council objectives.

• Assist Project Managers with project control, programme, risk, and budget management.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and bid for funding opportunities.
• Ensure all projects comply with council policies and processes, including the CDM Regulations 2015.
• Produce and manage project programmes and deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Apply sustainable travel principles and environmental impact considerations in project work.

• Experience in highway and traffic engineering design and support of project management.
• Demonstrated ability to produce and manage programmes and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience applying CDM Regulations 2015.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to health, safety, welfare, and equal opportunities.
• Understanding of sustainable travel principles and environmental impacts of engineering projects.

• Flexible and agile working opportunities.
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service.
• Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
• Family‑friendly employer with support for you and your family.
• Career development and qualification opportunities.
• Supportive and positive working environment with regular supervision.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free, confidential counselling and advice.
• In‑house Occupational Health service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply).
• Employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network.

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role; candidates must have the right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months' employment. Responsibilities in a customer‑facing capacity require confident spoken English.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables all staff to bring their whole selves to work.