Assistant Project Manager

Claudioleoni; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Birmingham is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of high-quality projects in the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and 1–3 years of experience, with a focus on career development and mentorship towards chartership. The role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including 25 holiday days and clear promotion paths.

Benefits

Supportive APC/chartership mentoring

Regular salary reviews

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension contribution

Clear promotion path

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience working as an Assistant Project Manager or similar.
• Experience in education, healthcare or commercial projects is desirable.
• Working towards chartership (RICS, APM or CIOB) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of multiple projects.
• Manage schedules and assist with cost control.
• Prepare reports and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Confident communicator

Organisational skills

Enthusiastic

Career driven

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Project Management

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join a well‑established consultancy based in Birmingham. This respected firm is renowned for delivering excellence across the education, healthcare and commercial sectors. With a focus on high‑quality service and continued professional development, they offer a great environment for an Assistant Project Manager looking to grow their career.

The successful Assistant Project Manager will work alongside experienced professionals on a variety of refurbishment and new‑build projects. With a strong project pipeline heading into 2026, this is an excellent time for an Assistant Project Manager to get involved in fast‑paced, complex schemes with clear progression routes towards Project Manager level.

The Assistant Project Manager's role

The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of multiple projects, managing schedules, assisting with cost control, preparing reports and liaising with stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle. This includes attending site meetings, supporting design coordination, and ensuring work is completed to the highest standards. Working under senior leadership, the Assistant Project Manager will be exposed to all project stages and expected to take initiative in managing day‑to‑day activities and driving project progress.

Qualifications

• A degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying or a related subject
• 1–3 years' experience working as an Assistant Project Manager or similar
• Experience within education, healthcare or commercial projects is desirable
• Confident communicator with good organisational skills
• Enthusiastic and career driven, ideally working towards chartership (RICS, APM or CIOB)

In Return

• £28,000 – £38,000
• Supportive APC/chartership mentoring
• Regular salary reviews
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contribution
• Clear promotion path

Keywords

Assistant Project Manager | Birmingham Construction | Education Projects | Commercial Sector | Healthcare Consultancy | Construction Consultancy