Assistant Project Manager

Note for Recruitment Agencies:We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.What you will be doing:An opportunity has arisen for a Assistant Project Manager to join the team at Lintott , a Galliford Try business .The position of Assistant Project Manager requires a well-organised, communicative & enthusiastic individual, skilled in administrative duties & computer literacy as well as having a keen interest in Project Management.What you will be doing:Assist with activity planning and sequencing, inclusive of quality planning, risk planning and time planning (with the use of Microsoft Project Gantt chart scheduling).Accurately produce project documentation inclusive of contractual notices, progress reports, commercial reports & email correspondence.Provide strong and effective communication and liaison (using various written and verbal formats) with stakeholders (including the client and delivery partners) in order to resource plan and to fulfil all commitments and meet all targets.Understand key project milestone criteria and associated payment criteria thereof for invoice application, supplemented by documentation evidence.Develop inhouse knowledge of products and processes, embedding within the process and procedural frameworks to inform decision making and contribute toward developments.Champion internal process development, identifying and removing waste / non-value-added activities.Ensure compliance with the Company’s Business Assurance Standards in all relevant reporting, documentation, record keeping and procedures.Always abide by the Company’s Culture and Values.Experience and Qualifications:Demonstrable experience or transferrable skill in the following areas:Raising and updating project gantt chart plans, project change management, clear & confident written and verbal communication skills, strong organisational skills with demonstrable experience of balancing prioritiesCandidates will preferably have academic attainments (ONC/HNC or above) in Business Management or Engineering disciplines, however candidates with other academic attainments, or those with significant experience will also be considered.Business Management or Engineering background.Familiar with the NEC3 suite of contracts.Project Management trainingWhat We Can Offer in Return:With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.Our benefits:We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidaysA wide range of corporate discountsCycle to Work schemesRegular Save as You Earn share purchase schemePrivate medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need itPaid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your roleAbout us:Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our business please contact jade.adamson@gallifordtry.co.ukAdditional Information:Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.”A full job description for this role is available upon request.#LI-JA1Job InfoJob Identification 2203Job Category AdministrationPosting Date 08/12/2025, 09:09 AMApply Before 09/04/2025, 11:00 PMJob Schedule Full timeJob Shift DayLocations Jarrold Way, Norwich, NR5 9JD, GB #J-18808-Ljbffr