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  • Assistant Project Manager

    Real Estate | Cambridge
    Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working

     

    About this opportunity

    We are searching for an assistant project manager to join our Cambridge office as a key member of our growing project management team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of construction projects and client relationships, plus support senior team members on large scale construction schemes. Joining us as assistant project manager you will gain exposure to full project lifecycles with developing your knowledge of project management & gaining experience in JCT & NEC contract administration. 
     
    As part of our South Central region, you will be part of a wider cross discipline experience, and have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in sectors spanning healthcare, education, life sciences, central government, defence, commercial & more. 
     
    Based at our modern office in central Cambridge, you will be part of a diverse office of 30, a combination of cost managers & project managers ranging from senior directors to apprentices. You'll benefit from an inclusive, sociable office environment, with support available from approachable and accommodating colleagues. 

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Assisting Project / Programme Managers in:
    • Delivering high quality services and ensuring that project management and/or programme management deliverables meet customer requirements
    • Delivering high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures
    • Administering contracts as contract administrator, employer’s agent or project manager
    • Producing and presenting to customers
    • Preparing bids for services
    • Ensuring that all quantitative and financial information has been independently checked before issue, including maintaining evidence of independent checks
    • Remaining in the remit of your role

    As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

    • Opportunities to develop and grow your career
    • A contributory pension scheme
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme
    • Flexible working arrangements

     

  • Who we’re looking for:

    Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

    • Post graduate experience in project management
    • Foundation knowledge and experience in the following:

      • Project stages
      • Project management tools and techniques
      • Procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies
      • Specification and procurement of facilities supplies and services
      • Health and safety for facilities services
      • Contract administration and management
    • Clear and effective communication skills – both oral and written
    • Good organisational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changes
    • Sound problem solving, negotiating, financial management and numeracy skills
    • Competent ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
    • Ability to work as part of a team

    Qualifications

    • BSc Degree (preferably RICS, CIOB or APM accredited)
    You will ideally have enrolled with, and be working towards membership of one of the following professional bodies:
    • RICS, CIOB or APM

     

  • About us

    Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

     
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