Assistant Project Manager

Overview

Are you an ambitious Graduate Project Manager or Construction Project Coordinator looking to progress your career on the UK’s most prestigious developments in Leicester?

We are recruiting an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of flagship commercial, logistics, and residential schemes across the East Midlands. Joining a leading Construction Consultancy, you will benefit from structured APC/APM training, flexible hybrid working, and a clear pathway to Construction Project Manager level.

Join a supportive team where you'll gain hands-on experience across diverse sectors whilst developing your project management expertise in a collaborative environment.

Client

Our client is a highly successful construction consultancy based in Leicester. They are an internationally renowned firm, delivering bespoke project management, cost management, and contract administration services across diverse sectors including logistics, infrastructure, residential, and commercial developments. With a multi-award winning team of expert professionals, they have built long-standing relationships through their commitment to delivering excellence and maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice.

Their collaborative one-team approach, combined with vast expertise, ensures they consistently outperform expectations and provide best-in-class solutions tailored to each client's specific needs.

Role

As an Assistant Project Manager in Leicester, you'll support senior project leads in delivering construction schemes from feasibility through to practical completion. You'll assist with project coordination, document control, contractor liaison and stakeholder communication, gaining exposure to NEC and JCT contract administration.

This is an ideal construction project management role for someone early in their career who wants to build their technical skills and project leadership capabilities within a consultancy known for high standards and ethical practices.

Responsibilities

As an Assistant Project Manager in Leicester, your responsibilities will include:

Support project delivery across varied construction schemes
Assist with project documentation and progress reporting
Monitor contractor programmes and health and safety compliance
Maintain project records, risk registers and change control documentation
Attend site meetings and support managers in stakeholder communication
Coordinate subcontractor submissions and material approvals
Contribute to project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Person

To be successful in this Assistant Project Manager job in Leicester, you will bring enthusiasm, strong organisational skills and a willingness to learn.

Experience as a Project Coordinator, Site Administrator or Graduate Project Manager preferred
Background in construction main contracting or consultancy project support advantageous
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Basic understanding of construction processes and project lifecycles
Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline desirable
Interest in pursuing professional qualifications (APM/RICS/CIOB)
Remuneration

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful consultancy with impressive project

pipelines and a commitment to developing emerging talent.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll receive structured support and mentorship with clear progression to Construction Project Manager level.

Package includes:

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)
28 days annual leave + bank holidays
Flexible working arrangements
Private health insurance and life assurance
5% employer and employee pension contributions
Discretionary annual bonus
Paid professional membership and CPD support
Reviews every 6 months for professional and personal development
Apply Now: Assistant Project Manager Job in Leicester

Kick-start your construction project management career with a consultancy delivering bespoke services across the Midlands.

Apply today and if your application is successful, we’ll contact you within 48 hours, sending full details about this impressive opportunity in construction consultancy.

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