Supports Project Managers in planning and delivering construction and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include monitoring programmes and milestones, maintaining project records, preparing reports and contract documentation, coordinating meetings and site visits, communicating with clients and stakeholders, analyzing project performance data, and supporting project close-out. The role combines practical experience, mentoring, and accredited training toward RICS Chartered membership.
*Please note that this position is within the G&T Leeds office only.
Summary
At Gardiner & Theobald, Project Managers play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects. They coordinate project teams, manage programmes, facilitate effective communication and help guide projects from inception through to completion.
Project Managers work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with client objectives. Effective stakeholder management, communication and risk management are central to the role.
Role Overview
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will spend 2-2.5 years working towards Chartered membership of RICS while also gaining valuable work experience. You will be working towards becoming a professional with expert knowledge of leading and managing a project team.
You will join the G&T Accelerate Programme, combining real responsibility, expert mentoring and accredited training to help you gain a professional qualification and accelerate your career, ensuring you can relate the theoretical aspects of your studies to actual work experience. Over the course of the programme, you will gain valuable experience across a variety of projects while developing the technical, commercial and leadership skills required to become a successful Project Manager.
The role will be varied, and the actual experience gained will be dependent on the team and sector you are working in.
Working within a team, you will be assisting your line manager with various aspects of daily work. In this role you will be expected to work with a certain level of autonomy while also knowing when to discuss and ask questions to ensure the best outcome.
You will be building a solid knowledge base of your role, the firm and the industry, and how they all fit together.
Summary
At Gardiner & Theobald, Project Managers play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects. They coordinate project teams, manage programmes, facilitate effective communication and help guide projects from inception through to completion.
Project Managers work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with client objectives. Effective stakeholder management, communication and risk management are central to the role.
Role Overview
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will spend 2-2.5 years working towards Chartered membership of RICS while also gaining valuable work experience. You will be working towards becoming a professional with expert knowledge of leading and managing a project team.
You will join the G&T Accelerate Programme, combining real responsibility, expert mentoring and accredited training to help you gain a professional qualification and accelerate your career, ensuring you can relate the theoretical aspects of your studies to actual work experience. Over the course of the programme, you will gain valuable experience across a variety of projects while developing the technical, commercial and leadership skills required to become a successful Project Manager.
The role will be varied, and the actual experience gained will be dependent on the team and sector you are working in.
Working within a team, you will be assisting your line manager with various aspects of daily work. In this role you will be expected to work with a certain level of autonomy while also knowing when to discuss and ask questions to ensure the best outcome.
You will be building a solid knowledge base of your role, the firm and the industry, and how they all fit together.
General Responsibilities
Working with your line manager the role will typically include the following:
- Assisting in the preparation of project programmes and monitoring key deadlines and milestones.
- Recording minutes and actions from project meetings and supporting the analysis of project data and performance information.
- Providing updates to clients on project progress and maintaining regular communication to understand and respond to client requirements.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date project documentation and records.
- Assisting with the preparation and administration of contract documentation.
- Attending project meetings and site visits, including design team meetings and contractor progress meetings, depending on the project stage.
- Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of project objectives and key deliverables.
- Preparing performance reports, ranking reports and regular project progress updates.
- Supporting the collection, development and analysis of project data to inform decision-making and project objectives.
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and other project stakeholders.
- Assisting with the development and implementation of action plans to support effective management of time, resources and processes.
- Supporting the delivery of project activities and providing assistance to help ensure projects are completed successfully and on schedule.
- Liaising with Project Managers and project leads to help maintain project programmes and overall project effectiveness.
- Monitoring project implementation and gathering information on project progress and performance.
- Coordinating with Project Managers and project teams during project close-out and completion activities.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Achieved or expected to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.
- Excellent working knowledge of current IT systems.
- Strong understanding of the importance of client care and relationship building.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Trustworthy, reliable and professional in approach.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Ability to work efficiently and deliver to deadlines.
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Proactive, adaptable and flexible when responding to different situations.
- Demonstrates dedication, commitment and a positive attitude.
- Eagerness to learn and continually develop professionally.
- Genuine interest in the construction and property industry.
Programme Duration
Cognate Degree Holders: 2 Years
Non-Cognate Degree Holders: 2.5 Years
Non-cognate degree holders will be supported in completing a RICS accredited MSc alongside their structured training.
Please note the following prior to applying for this role:
1.0 Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or support work visa applications for Early Talent roles. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.
Non-Cognate Degree Holders: 2.5 Years
Non-cognate degree holders will be supported in completing a RICS accredited MSc alongside their structured training.
Please note the following prior to applying for this role:
1.0 Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or support work visa applications for Early Talent roles. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.
2.0 We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close applications early if all available positions have been filled before the advertised closing date.
3.0 Due to the high volume of applications received for our Early Talent opportunities, we can only consider one application per candidate per academic year. If multiple applications are submitted, only the first application received will be reviewed and progressed through the recruitment process.
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