Assistant Project Manager (Water)

My client is a design consultancy that works across the UK in the Water & Civils Sectors and they are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Project Manager (Civils / Water) for work in Kent  

Some of the main responsibilities for this role include:  

- To assist the project manager to plan, manage and monitor contract works effectively to achieve business objectives.  

- To fulfil functions of deputy in their absence and any other reasonable functions as requested by Managing Director.  

- To undertake functions of deputy in their absence and any other reasonable activities relevant to the function as and when required by the Project Manager.  

- To be able to engage effectively with people at all levels and in particular to gain respect and confidence through knowledge, understanding, skill, competence and car  

Skills:  

➢ To be able to engage effectively with people at all levels and in particular to gain respect and confidence through knowledge, understanding, skill, competence and care  

➢ To have proven problem solving skills using a methodical and cost effective approach  

➢ To be able to manage oneself both in time and activities  

➢ To be able to search out, analyse and construct new ideas  

➢ To be able to adapt and take on new skills and approaches  

➢ To be able to use desktop PC systems Knowledge  

➢ Drainage, lining and civil engineering construction techniques.  

➢ Basic product, safety, health and environmental law  

➢ Risk Assessment techniques. Attitude  

➢ Co-operation  

➢ Quality driven “Right First Time” appropriate.  

➢ Example of good safety, health and environmental performance. Training / Qualifications  

➢ CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)  

➢ Safety, Health and Environment Awareness  

➢ CSCS Contract Manager and related NVQ  

➢ Current full driving license Experience  

➢ Prior experience in drainage / water related industry.  

You will need:  

➢ To have proven problem solving skills using a methodical and cost effective approach  

➢ To be able to manage oneself both in time and activities  

➢ To be able to search out, analyse and construct new ideas  

➢ To be able to adapt and take on new skills and approaches  

➢ To be able to use desktop PC systems  

Knowledge :  

➢ Drainage, lining and civil engineering construction technique  

➢ Basic product, safety, health and environmental law  

➢ Risk Assessment techniques