Assistant Project Manager

Institute of Project Management; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy services company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support infrastructure projects. This role involves planning, reporting, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management, strong IT skills, and a keen interest in project management. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management.
• Strong IT skills with proficiency in MS Project and Excel.
• Specific knowledge of infrastructure services.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring infrastructure projects.
• Support project governance, reporting, and documentation.
• Contribute to health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Engineering

Project Management

MS Project

Excel

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management

Job description

• Location London Colney, England, United Kingdom

Equans UK is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our Equans Digital Business based from our London office on a hybrid working arrangement.

Equans is a global leader in the energy and services sector, committed to becoming the undisputed driving force in helping our customers transition to a low‑carbon and resilient future.

Within Equans Digital, we unlock customer value by integrating innovative solutions that enhance energy systems, building performance, user productivity, and overall asset value. Our diverse portfolio is already delivering impact across a range of sectors, including Defence, Health, Education, and Local and Central Government.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring infrastructure projects to ensure timely and cost‑effective delivery
• Support project governance, reporting, and documentation in line with Equans’ trading framework
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders and project teams to maintain alignment and resolve issues promptly
• Contribute to health, safety, and environmental compliance across all project activities
• Develop skills and experience to progress toward full project management responsibilities
• Assist in preparing project plans, schedules, and resource allocations
• Support CVR processes and financial tracking under guidance from senior managers
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare reports, and maintain accurate documentation
• Monitor progress against milestones and escalate issues where necessary
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to maintain clear communication and resolve queries

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, specific knowledge of infrastructure services, strong IT skills, proficiency in MS Project & Excel, familiarity with health, safety, and environmental compliance standards.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

About Company

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.