Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 p/annum + Package (dependent on experience)
The Opportunity
We are looking for an ambitious and motivated Assistant Project Manager to join a growing team delivering high-quality laboratory, pharmaceutical, life sciences and technical refurbishment projects across Oxfordshire and the wider region.
This role is ideally suited to someone who has gained experience working for a leading fit-out contractor and is looking to progress their career within a specialist and fast-growing sector. Experience supporting the delivery of laboratory, pharmaceutical, cleanroom or highly serviced fit-out projects would be highly advantageous.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior project management teams, supporting the successful planning and delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Support Project Managers in the delivery of laboratory, pharmaceutical and technical fit-out/refurbishment projects.
Assist with project planning, programming and coordination activities.
Help manage subcontractors, suppliers and specialist trades on site.
Monitor project progress against programme, budget and quality objectives.
Attend client, design team and subcontractor meetings, producing meeting minutes and action trackers.
Assist with procurement activities and subcontractor package management.
Support health and safety compliance across projects.
Coordinate project documentation, reporting and change management processes.
Assist with commissioning, snagging and project handover activities.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
About You
Previous experience in an Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator or Site Management role within the construction sector.
Experience working for a fit-out contractor, interiors contractor or specialist construction business.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment.
Good understanding of construction processes and project delivery.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and project reporting tools.
Eager to develop a long-term career within project management.
Desirable Experience
Exposure to laboratory, pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, cleanroom or technical fit-out projects.
Experience supporting refurbishment and CAT A/CAT B fit-out projects.
Knowledge of estimating, tendering, cost planning or pre-construction activities.
Experience working within live operational environments.
Relevant construction qualifications such as HNC, HND, Degree, SMSTS, CSCS or equivalent.
What's on Offer
Salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
Competitive benefits package.
Opportunity to work on prestigious laboratory, pharmaceutical and life sciences projects.
Ongoing training and mentorship from experienced project professionals.
Clear career progression to Project Manager and beyond.
Collaborative, supportive and technically focused working environment.
If you have experience working within the fit-out sector and are looking to develop your career delivering complex laboratory and pharmaceutical projects, we'd be delighted to hear from you
Salary description
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per year