Assistant Project Manager

Overview



Are you an experienced Assistant Project Manager based in the West Midlands, looking for your next role and work for a multi-award winning construction consultancy?



We're recruiting an Assistant Project Manager in Tamworth to support the delivery of a growing pipeline of Affordable Homes and Healthcare (Specialist Supported Housing) projects across the UK. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with a purpose-led organisation that is going through a genuinely exciting period of growth - offering real ownership, a collaborative culture, and projects that make a meaningful difference to people's lives.



If you're an Assistant Construction Project Manager in the Midlands ready to take the next step in a role with strong momentum and genuine social impact, we'd love to hear from you.



Client



Our client is an established and rapidly growing property development organisation based in Tamworth, with an impressive pipeline of Affordable Housing and Specialist Supported Housing schemes across the UK. They work closely with registered providers, housing associations, local authorities, and specialist care operators to deliver high-quality homes for people who need them most.



Thanks to a series of recent acquisitions and ambitious growth plans, they are expanding their delivery team at exactly the right time, offering the successful Assistant Project Manager the chance to grow with a business that has real momentum, a partnership-first culture, and a genuine commitment to social impact.



Role



As Assistant Project Manager based in Tamworth, you'll support the Development Team in the successful delivery of Affordable Housing and Specialist Supported Housing schemes from inception through to practical completion.

Working across NEC and JCT contracts, you'll assist with stakeholder engagement, programme coordination, and construction project delivery to help ensure every scheme is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.



This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Construction Project Manager in the Midlands who enjoys working collaboratively, developing their project delivery expertise, and being part of a growing, purpose-driven organisation.



Responsibilities



As Assistant Project Manager in Tamworth, your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the delivery of Affordable Housing and Specialist Supported Housing schemes from feasibility through to handover
Assisting with the development and maintenance of project programmes, helping to manage risks, costs, and milestones
Supporting communication with registered providers, local planning authorities, contractors, and specialist care operators
Assisting with contractor and consultant appointments, procurement activities, and contract administration under JCT and NEC frameworks
Monitoring compliance with planning conditions, building regulations, CDM 2015, and Homes England funding requirements
Preparing regular project status updates and reports for internal leadership and external partners
Working closely with acquisition, planning, and finance colleagues to support a growing development pipeline
Attending site visits, project meetings, and stakeholder workshops across the UK as required


Person



To be successful in this Assistant Project Manager role in Tamworth, you will bring experience or exposure to construction project delivery within residential development, Affordable Housing, or Specialist Supported Housing.

Experience in an Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Employers Agent, or similar role within the built environment
Understanding of the construction and development delivery process
Ability to manage multiple tasks, stakeholders, and project priorities effectively
Knowledge or exposure to JCT or NEC contract frameworks
Familiarity with Affordable Housing or Homes England funding programmes is advantageous
Experience within Specialist Supported Housing, Extra Care, or supported living schemes is desirable
Degree, HNC/HND in Construction Management or a related discipline preferred
Working towards or interested in professional membership with RICS, CIOB, APM, or equivalent
A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
Easily commutable to Tamworth and willing to travel to sites across the UK as required


Remuneration



This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-growth organisation based in Tamworth, delivering some of the UK's most impactful Affordable Housing and Healthcare development schemes, with genuine scope for career progression.

As Assistant Project Manager, your package will include:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Enhanced pension contributions
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
Clear progression pathway within a rapidly growing development team


Apply Now – Assistant Project Manager Job in Tamworth



Take the next step in your construction project management career in the Midlands today.



Apply now to join a purpose-led organisation delivering genuinely impactful projects across the UK. If your application is successful, we'll be in touch within 48 hours to send you the full details on the company, role, and pipeline.



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