Assistant Project Manager

Location: Barrow in Furness

We’re partnering with a leading, people-focused consultancy that delivers high-profile infrastructure and site development projects across the UK. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join their team and support the delivery of multiple projects within a major programme.

This role is full-time with a flexible working arrangement: typically 3-4 days on site and 1-2 days working from home. It’s perfect for an ambitious project professional looking to grow their career, gain experience across multi-disciplinary projects, and work alongside senior project managers and technical experts in a supportive, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Assistant Project Manager, you’ll support the delivery of complex infrastructure projects, helping to ensure everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and to a high standard. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting project delivery across planning, scheduling, budgeting, quality, risk, and resource management

Assisting in the development and maintenance of Project Execution Plans and Performance Measurement Baselines

Coordinating multi-disciplinary project teams and liaising with internal and external stakeholders

Helping to identify, assess and manage project risks, providing solutions and escalation where needed

Supporting commercial and contractual decision-making to help ensure successful project outcomes

Monitoring progress against project schedules and budgets, and reporting updates to senior management

Ensuring projects comply with governance frameworks, quality standards, and health & safety requirements

How You’ll Work

You’ll join a consultancy that values learning, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll work closely with senior project managers, commercial and technical teams, and contractors to gain exposure to multiple facets of project management. You’ll have opportunities to:

Take responsibility for specific work packages or smaller projects under guidance

Build experience across design, construction, and site delivery phases

Learn from experienced project managers while contributing your own ideas

Develop skills in risk management, project controls, budgeting, and NEC contracts

Commercial & Contract Exposure

Assist in managing project budgets, schedules and scope

Support cost-effective delivery while managing risk and opportunity

Gain experience with NEC forms of contract (NEC4 preferred), including change management and compensation events

What They’re Looking For

Some experience in construction or infrastructure project delivery (assistant/early-career PM roles preferred)

Understanding of project planning, controls, risk, change, and performance management

Strong organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams

Knowledge of NEC contracts or willingness to learn

Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline

Professional Project Management qualification or equivalent practical experience

Why Join This Consultancy?

This consultancy prides itself on being people-focused, collaborative, and growth-oriented. You’ll work on meaningful infrastructure projects, develop your skills across multiple disciplines, and have the chance to progress your career with guidance from experienced mentors. It’s a place where your contribution is valued, your ideas are heard, and your development is supported