Assistant Project Manager (Construction Projects / Client Side)

Assistant Project Manager (Construction Projects / Client Side)

Imperial War Museum Closing date: Sun, 30 Aug 2026

Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
East

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll support the delivery of construction and masterplanning projects across IWM Duxford and the wider estate. Working with project teams and stakeholders, you'll coordinate risks, actions and programmes while developing project management expertise.

Job Description

This role helps IWM deliver safe, coordinated and well-governed projects at a nationally significant site. By keeping
records, actions and stakeholder communications clear and current, the postholder supports effective decision
making and helps projects progress from initial brief to completion.

This role contributes to reliable delivery across
masterplanning, design coordination, procurement and contract administration, protecting public resources and
helping colleagues and partners work from shared, accurate information.

Job Requirements

A relevant degree-level qualification, vocational qualification or equivalent experience.

A genuine interest in construction project management and client-side project delivery.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and project information.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

High levels of attention to detail and confidence working with project documentation and data.

Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

A collaborative approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks while learning from others.

An understanding of construction regulations and compliance requirements, including CDM regulations.

An interest in developing a professional project management career and working towards recognised qualifications.

Job Responsibilities

Support the delivery of construction and masterplanning projects from initial briefing through to completion.

Maintain project documentation, including action logs, risk registers, decision logs and programme information.

Organise meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes and track actions to ensure progress is maintained.

Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, design teams and contractors.

Support contract administration activities, including maintaining records and tracking project changes under supervision.

Coordinate information from project teams and help ensure effective document control and information management.

Prepare reports, presentations and briefing materials for project meetings and governance forums.

Assist with procurement activities, including tender documentation, evaluation support and recommendation summaries.

Work towards achieving the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ).

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Assistant Project Manager (Construction Projects / Client Side)
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Sun, 30 Aug 2026
  • Location:
    East
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Job: Assistant Project Manager (Construction Projects / Client Side)

Job: Assistant Project Manager (Construction Projects / Client Side)

Organisation: Imperial War Museum

Postcode: CB22 4QR

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