Assistant Project Manager/ Programme Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assistant Project Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesProgramme & Scheduling Support

•       Assist in the creation, maintenance, and updating of detailed construction programmes using Microsoft Project.

•       Track construction milestones and produce programme progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.

•       Identify schedule variances and flag risks or delays to the lead Project Manager.

•       Support the baseline programme review process and contribute to look-ahead planning sessions.

•       Produce Gantt charts, critical path analyses, and resource loading summaries as required.

Project Administration & Reporting

•       Maintain accurate project trackers, action logs, risk registers, and decision logs.

•       Compile weekly and monthly project progress reports, drawing on inputs from site teams, engineers, and contractors.

•       Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and distribute action items in a timely manner.

•       Support the collation of monthly cost reports and assist with invoice tracking and purchase order management.

Document Control

•       Manage the project document control system, ensuring all drawings, specifications, and correspondence are filed, distributed, and tracked.

•       Coordinate the review and approval of contractor submittals, RFIs, and method statements.

•       Maintain the handover documentation register and support the assembly of O&M manuals.

Site Support

•       Attend site visits to support the Project Manager and develop an understanding of construction activities and sequencing.

•       Assist with the coordination of site meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

•       Support the collation of site progress photos, daily diaries, and site records.

Essential Requirements

•       Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience of up to 2 years in a project support role).

•       Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project — you must be comfortable building and updating programmes independently.

•       Proficient in the wider Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).

•       Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

•       Good written and verbal communication skills.

•       Proactive, self-motivated, and willing to learn in a fast-paced construction environment.

•       Full UK driving licence (or working towards one).

Desirable Requirements

•       Exposure to renewable energy, construction, or infrastructure projects through placement, internship, or early career experience.

•       Familiarity with document management platforms such as Aconex, Procore, or SharePoint.

•       Basic understanding of NEC contracts or construction contract administration.

•       CSCS card (Trainee or Graduate).

•       Interest in pursuing APM PMQ or equivalent project management qualification.

What We Offer

•       Starting salary commensurate with experience, with clear salary progression.

•       Structured mentoring from experienced senior project managers.

•       Support for professional development and chartership (APM, ICE, or equivalent).

•       33 days annual leave.

•       Company pension scheme.

• Exposure to a live project pipeline with genuine career growth opportunity.

To apply or for more information, email HannahCurtis@AdvanceGrid.co.uk