Assistant Project Manager

Inquest MASTers, Inc.; City of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well established construction firm in the City of London is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support complex construction projects. Responsibilities include coordinating site teams, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical infrastructure and project management, with excellent planning and communication skills. This full-time role offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Private healthcare & dental

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Training & development

Eligibility for the EOT scheme after 1 year

Qualifications

• Experience as Construction Manager or Project Engineer.
• Ability to ensure quality, safety, and compliance throughout projects.
• Proven track record in project delivery and site documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery ensuring quality and safety.
• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare reports.

Skills

Electrical Infrastructure

Data Centres/Critical Facilities

Planning skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

MS Office proficiency

Planning tools proficiency

SharePoint proficiency

Education

Relevant electrical qualifications

SMSTS

ECS Manager Card

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Critical Facilities

We're seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to provide project engineering and construction management duties to support the Project Manager on a number of complex building and construction projects around the City of London. This is a great opportunity to progress in your career in a well established company.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project delivery, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance (HSQE, CDM, environmental).
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
• Maintain programmes, RAMS, quality standards, and site documentation.
• Conduct site surveys, prepare reports, and manage permits, materials, and purchase orders.
• Lead/attend subcontractor and project meetings.
• Ensure defect‑free delivery and high site standards throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Bring

• Strong background in Electrical Infrastructure and Data Centres/Critical Facilities.
• Experience at Construction Manager / Project Engineer level.
• Knowledge of Electrical Condition Reports and customer‑facing contractor environments.
• Excellent planning, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office, planning tools, and SharePoint.
• Relevant electrical qualifications, SMSTS, and ECS Manager Card.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Private healthcare & dental
• Life insurance
• Pension scheme
• Training & development
• Eligibility for the EOT scheme after 1 year

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology
• Administrative and Support Services