Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager – Rail Civils & Refurbishment

Location: East London / Essex

Salary / Rate: £375.00 – £400.00 per day

Job Type: Contract / Temporary (6-Month Initial Duration)

Start Date: Immediate

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager with a strong background in Rail Civils and Station Refurbishment to support a major station upgrade portfolio across East London and South Essex.

Working directly alongside a Project Manager, you will assist in driving project delivery, subcontractor coordination, building finishings, quality assurance, and completion handovers across live rail schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead PM with daily operational management, trade sequencing, and lookahead programming.
• Drive the final closeout phase on major station refurbishment works, managing snagging, building finishings, and assurance documentation.
• Support site setup, logistics, and delivery for an £2m station gate line installation package.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to maintain progress, quality standards, and safety compliance in live rail environments.
• Ensure all works align with Network Rail procedures and operational guidelines.

Key Requirements

• Rail Experience: Mandatory experience delivering works within live rail infrastructure or station environments.
• Technical Background: Strong bias toward Civils, Building, Structural Works, or Station Refurbishment (MEP coverage is already established on-site).
• Project Stage Knowledge: Proven track record in project completion, snagging, and section handovers.
• Certifications: Active PTS (Personal Track Safety) card preferred, alongside SMSTS and CSCS Manager Card.
• Location: Ability to commute between project locations across East London and South Essex.

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