Assistant Project Manager

OverviewJoin to apply for the Assistant Project Manager role at Amentum.Amentum is a global leader in engineering, project and programme management and solutions integration. The Defence & Security business supports the UK Ministry of Defence in the delivery of capability and objectives via frameworks including the Project Delivery Partner framework, delivering Project Management, Project Controls and Operational Delivery support across the land, sea, air, and corporate domains. The work supports national security and allied objectives. Our teams develop skills to the highest levels and we provide welfare and career development structures.People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package. UK employees receive benefits including free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, and membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.About the OpportunityWe are looking for Assistant Project Managers with experience in infrastructure and major construction projects to join our expanding team. In this role, you will play a key supporting role in helping our clients successfully deliver highly complex programmes across the built environment. The position is primarily based in Barrow, with on-site presence 3 to 4 days per week and the remainder hybrid or remote working flexibility.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the delivery of projects in accordance with organisational policies, processes, and procedures.Assist in the development and assurance of business cases as part of wider approval processes.Help translate customer requirements into defined project scopes and support scope management through effective change control.Contribute to the analysis, planning, and monitoring of project delivery to ensure timely and cost-effective outcomes.Support project performance reporting and help identify risks, issues, and opportunities.Assist in managing project assumptions, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.Promote compliance with safety, environmental, and management procedures.Support the application of appropriate project delivery strategies and commercial approaches.Coordinate with technical, engineering, project controls, commercial, and financial teams to ensure integrated project support.Help maintain accurate project records and documentation.Contribute to continuous improvement and lessons learned initiatives.What You’ll NeedSome experience supporting the delivery of infrastructure or major construction projects.Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and project delivery.Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g. APM, PRINCE2, Agile).Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject.Working towards or holding an APM qualification (e.g. PFQ or PMQ) is desirable.An understanding of the Defence sector or experience working with Tier 1 contractors is advantageous.Membership of the Association for Project Management (MAPM) or similar professional body would be beneficial.Our CultureOur values are safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and believe success comes from supporting one another through a culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and work with networks to attract diverse talent. We welcome flexible working and applicants who may not meet all listed requirements. We aim to provide accessible information and support during the recruitment process.Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to improve it. If you need more information before deciding to join us, please contact Andrew Duckworth.Equal Opportunity Statement Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law, as long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.Location Barrow-In-Furness, England, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr