Assistant Construction Project Manager

Job Profile for Assistant Construction Project Manager

Position: Assistant Construction Project Manager

Location: Winchester Area

Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE

Bennett & Game are representing a privately owned quantity surveying and project management consultancy who are seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to join their growing team.

The business delivers project management, quantity surveying and wider construction consultancy services across a varied portfolio throughout the UK. Projects cover sectors including residential, commercial, defence, industrial and marine, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to gain exposure to different types of construction projects rather than being restricted to one sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career construction professional looking to build a career within project management. The business is small, growing and genuinely supportive, meaning you will work closely with experienced professionals and have the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge, client-facing skills and project management capabilities. The environment is relaxed and professional, with a strong team culture and a genuine emphasis on development and enjoying the work you do.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 - £45,000 salary DOE

• Hybrid working

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

• Private health insurance

• Pension scheme

• Car allowance

• Professional membership subscription paid

• Discretionary performance bonus

• Relaxed, modern and professional working environment

Assistant Construction Project Manager Position Overview

• Support the delivery of construction projects from inception through to completion

• Assist with the coordination of clients, contractors, consultants and wider project teams

• Support the preparation and management of project programmes, reports and project documentation

• Attend project meetings, assist with recording actions and develop confidence in leading meetings as experience grows

• Assist with feasibility studies, site surveys, investigations and other project assessments

• Monitor contractor progress and provide updates to the wider project team

• Develop experience in Contract Administration and Employer's Agent duties under JCT contracts

• Work alongside experienced team members to develop into a Project Manager capable of taking ownership of projects

Assistant Construction Project Manager Position Requirements

• Degree in Construction, Project Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline would be advantageous but is not essential

• Open to graduate and early-career candidates with a genuine interest in construction project management

• Previous experience within construction, consultancy or contracting would be advantageous

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Good communication skills and confidence dealing with clients, contractors and consultants

• Commercial awareness and an interest in developing wider Quantity Surveying knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with Microsoft Project experience advantageous

• Ambitious, proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop

• Personable and professional approach with the ability to work effectively within a small team

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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