Pipelines Assistant Project Manager

Our Water company client is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of their Havant Thicket Reservoir project on a permanent basis.

You will be working closely with the Pipeline Project Manager, helping to coordinate, monitor, and manage activities across two major pipeline contracts that form the backbone of the reservoir's integration into the wider water network. This will include involvement in mechanical and electrical elements across the programme. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role suited to someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is motivated by contributing to a nationally significant environmental project.

Responsibilities

Regular monitoring of the NEC contract management portal, CEMAR, and report weekly status to the Project Manager. Coordinate with the technical adviser to deliver client's feedback to the contractor on time to meet contractual requirements Production of meeting minutes, action tracker and monitor the outstanding actions Chair regular technical meetings with the Contractor for the pipeline contracts Support the Project Manager to fulfil duties as required under the NEC contract Communicating with stakeholders regarding project objectives, contributing to planning and development, supporting coordination and management Project management of ad hoc projects to be managed from concept to completion Working with professional advisers to ensure that works proceed in accordance with planning permission, licences and compliance with all relevant regulations Scrutinise contractor information, including early warning notices and compensation eventsSkills, Qualifications & Competencies

Experience of major infrastructure projects, including involvement in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works. Strong communication and effective stakeholder engagement skills A clear, systematic approach to solving complex issues and able to communicate solutions in an effective, efficient, high level manner Ability to work to deadlines with a focus on results and quality Excellent analytical skills with the ability to review and write decision support papers and progress reports Enthusiastic and able to inspire other Excel/Powerpoint/Word/Teams Proven project management capability 4 or more years of experience of major infrastructure projects, including involvement in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works.Benefits

Salary £49-61k depending on experience 38 hour working week 4 days on site (flex considered for work/life balance) 27 days leave plus bank holidays Double matched pension Discretionary 6% bonus Enhanced maternity/paternity leave/pay Private medical/heath cash plan scheme