Assistant Project Manager

Company: Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment
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Location: Kent
Job Description:

Job Description

Assistant Project Manager – Water

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Location: Kent

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Salary: £42,000 – £55,000

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join a growing project delivery team working across a portfolio of water infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects in Kent.

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This role would suit an ambitious Assistant Project Manager with a background in civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities who is looking to take on greater project responsibility and progress towards a Project Manager position.

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The Role

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Working alongside experienced Project Managers, you will support the successful delivery of projects from planning and pre-construction through to delivery, commissioning and handover.

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Key responsibilities will include:

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  • Supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of multiple projects
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  • Monitoring programmes, costs, risks and overall project performance
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  • Coordinating contractors, subcontractors and key stakeholders
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  • Supporting commercial and change management activities
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  • Ensuring projects are delivered in line with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements
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  • Producing project reports and providing regular progress updates
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  • Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities
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  • Supporting commissioning, completion and final handover
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About You

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We are looking for someone with:

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  • Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or a related construction environment
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  • Previous experience supporting the delivery of construction or engineering projects
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  • Strong organisational and communication skills
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  • Good commercial and programme awareness
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  • The ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders
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  • APM, PMQ or PMP qualification, or working towards a recognised project management qualification
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Previous experience within the water sector would be advantageous but is not essential, with candidates from the wider civil engineering and infrastructure sectors encouraged to apply.

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What's on Offer?

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This is an opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of work across the water sector and a genuine focus on developing its project management capability.

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For the right individual, there is a clear progression route into a Project Manager position, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career.

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If you are an Assistant Project Manager with a civil engineering or infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in Kent, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Posted: August 24th, 2026