Job Description

Role Title: Assistant Project Manager

Location: Manchester - 2 to 3 days per week on site

Rate: £420 to £480 via umbrella company

Length: Initial 3 months with strong potential for extension

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant/Junior Project Manager with 3 to 4 years of experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project coordination and management, with a solid understanding of project lifecycles, methodologies, and best practices. A certification in PMP or PRINCE2 is preferred. You will work closely with senior project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects within scope, time, and budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Project Manager in planning, executing, and closing projects according to defined timelines and budgets.

Support in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and status reports.

Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Manage day-to-day project activities, coordinate resources, and resolve issues proactively.

Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.

Ensure effective communication with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders.

Prepare and present project updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Manage project documentation and ensure proper version control.

Contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing within the project management team.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.

3 to 4 years of experience in project coordination or project management.

Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

PMP or PRINCE2 certification (or in progress) is highly preferred.

Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Asana, Trello, Jira.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

Experience managing both technical and non-technical projects.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess project performance and suggest improvements.

Experience with change management and process improvement initiatives.

Familiarity with budgeting and financial reporting