Junior Project Manager - Construction

Assystem GmbH; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Junior Project Manager for a permanent role based in Bridgwater. The candidate will oversee construction activities for a major nuclear energy project, requiring a background in construction management. Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, maintaining project documentation, and ensuring compliance with plans. The role offers competitive benefits such as flexible hours and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme (8% company / 4% personal)

25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays

Professional fees reimbursed

Employee referral scheme

Competitive Sick Pay

Income Protection & 3× Salary Death-in-Service Cover

Free Digital Gym Access

24/7 Employee Support Line

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a qualification in construction management or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in construction or heavy industrial project environments is required.
• Candidates should be familiar with project controls like cost tracking or schedule updates.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers in delivering construction work aligned with approved plans.
• Coordinate construction activities with contractors across allocated work fronts.
• Help track project costs and assist with forecasting financials.
• Monitor progress, productivity, and milestones across construction packages.

Skills

Construction management qualification

Experience in construction or heavy industrial projects

Understanding of construction drawings

Familiarity with project controls

Confident in Microsoft Office

Education

Qualification in construction management or related engineering discipline

Job description

Our Vacancy# Junior Project Manager – Construction* Nuclear* Permanent /* Bridgwater* United Kingdom* 28/11/25* On site* Share️ **About Assystem** Assystem is a global leader in engineering, digital, and project management services, driving the UK’s energy transition since 1996. With our near 8000 Switchers worldwide, we combine deep engineering expertise with digital innovation to deliver complex, low-carbon infrastructure. In the UK, we’re proud to support landmark nuclear projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and emerging SMR programmes. Join one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world. Here, you’ll work on world‑class energy‑transition missions, collaborating with top teams delivering HinkleyPointC, SizewellC and SMRs. Become part of an elite global community, driving innovation and excellence every day. ***Please note – we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must have full right to work in the UK***## Job Description**The Job Mission** This is a site based role on Hinkley Point C in Bridgwater, therefore you must be withing commutable distance or willing to relocate with available support. You will join your future team helping manage construction activities across a major UK energy project. The role provides hands on project coordination, construction oversight and excellent grounding in large scale project delivery.**Responsibilities** Support project managers delivering construction work aligned with approved plans Coordinate construction activities with contractors across allocated work fronts Maintain project documentation, schedules, trackers and construction reporting tools Assist with reviewing construction drawings and managing technical queries Monitor progress, productivity and milestones across defined construction packages Help track project costs and assist with forecasting project financials Support meetings with contractors ensuring compliance to project requirements Contribute to risk reviews highlighting construction issues needing escalation**Required Skills and Qualifications** Qualification in construction management or a related engineering discipline Experience working in construction or heavy industrial project environments Ability to understand construction drawings, specifications and documentation Familiarity with project controls such as cost tracking or schedule updates Understanding of construction activities, sequencing and site coordination Confident using Microsoft Office for project documents and reporting Willing to work 5 days a week on-site at the Bridgwater site Join your future team on-site at one of the most ambitious nuclear power projects in Europe. Be part of a collaborative mission to uphold the highest construction and quality standards.*Benefits include:* Flexible working hours Pension scheme (8% company / 4% personal) 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days Professional fees reimbursed Employee referral scheme Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it Income Protection & 3× Salary Death-in-Service Cover Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal helpWe are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future. **Please note:** Due to project security requirements, unfortunately, **visa sponsorship is not available** for this position.