Assistant Project Manager

The RoleWe are currently looking for an Assistant Project Manager working in the South East Region and reporting in to our East Regional office in Maidstone. You will be expected to travel to our HQ as required for project reviews and visit client sites on a regular basis. This role would suit a Junior Project engineer or project engineer looking to take the next steps in to a project management capacity. Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projectsCreation and management of appropriate Project DocumentationControl project expenditureClose Liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholdersWorking with a monthly project reporting structureProactively manage the impact on and protection of the environmentEffectively manage the O&M outputs of the projects and programme deadlinesAt Bridges we are more than Engineers.We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.Across our key sectors - Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex - we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.RequirementsEssential Project experience within Water, Construction or Industrial industriesAPM - Willingness to undertake Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)Excellent Client engagement and communication skillsKnowledge of health & safety legislation and company proceduresExperience using planning software such as Microsoft ProjectFull UK driving licence: Driving to Clients Sites will be part of this role. DesirableAppropriate trade qualificationPrevious experience within the Water industry. BenefitsBENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGESRoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being. We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:Competitive salariesHealth cash plan with HealthshieldStandard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contributionLife Assurance SchemeEmployee Discount SchemeBike 2 Work schemeTraining and development opportunitiesEmployee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someoneEmployee recognition schemesEnhanced Maternity and Paternity payWhen you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey.Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in 'team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.Come and be part of our teamBridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace