Graduate Project Manager

OVERVIEW

A brand new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and driven Assistant Project Manager to join a leading construction consultancy in Nottingham. This role offers exposure to a wide range of construction projects and responsibilities across both pre- and post-contract stages.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to grow within project management, gain hands-on experience in a supportive consultancy environment, and work towards managing projects independently. It is also highly suitable for individuals working at graduate, trainee, or junior level with build experience, who want to progress their career in construction project management.

CLIENT

Our client is a nationally operating, multidisciplinary construction consultancy with an excellent reputation across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.

They are committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused project outcomes while fostering an inclusive and collaborative work culture. The organisation invests heavily in professional development, offering continuous learning opportunities, wellbeing support, and a strong emphasis on career progression within project management.

ROLE

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support senior project managers and gradually take ownership of specific project tasks. The role spans contract administration, project programming, client liaison, consultant coordination, and wider project delivery functions.

You’ll play a key part in planning, managing, monitoring, and delivering construction projects that meet time, budget, and quality expectations. With strong potential for career development, this position provides a clear pathway for those at graduate, trainee, or junior project management level aiming to move into more senior roles within construction consultancy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting senior project managers and leading on specific project elements
Understanding and delivering on client briefs
Chairing project and design meetings, and issuing minutes
Preparing and updating project programmes and documentation
Coordinating between the project team, client, and contractor
Liaising with clients, consultants, and managing deliverables
Assisting with tender processes, bids, and project documentation
Delivering progress reports to clients and internal management
Supporting lessons-learnt reviews and wider business activities
Always maintaining a professional and helpful manner
PERSON

The ideal Assistant Project Manager will bring:

Industry-related degree or working towards one
Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a construction or contractor environment
Familiarity with JCT and NEC contracts (desirable)
Experience with developers or main contractors (desirable)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong time management and organisational abilities
A proactive, self-starting attitude and a passion for the construction industry
Competency with Microsoft Office software
Knowledge of RIBA stages and procurement practices
Technical understanding of construction processes
REMUNERATION

In return for your commitment and performance, our client offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Full-time, permanent employment
A friendly, professional, and collaborative working environment
Support for APC and ongoing professional development
Equal opportunities employer
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