Assistant Project Manager

Posted 22 January 2026
Salary £250 - £320/day
Start Date ASAP
LocationDoncaster
Job type Contract
Job DurationOn Going
Discipline Management and Supervisory
ReferenceHV APM-GW Donny

Job description

Assistant Project Manager – Groundworks
Location: Doncaster
Contract Type: Long-term contract
Start Date: Immediate

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Project Manager to join an industry-leading groundworks contractor on a long-term commercial project based in Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to progress their career, with a clear route into a Project Manager position as the project and business develop.

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the Project Manager in the delivery of commercial groundworks packages

  • Assisting with planning, programming, and coordination of site activities

  • Managing subcontractors and liaising with site teams

  • Monitoring progress against programme and budgets

  • Supporting health & safety and quality control on site

  • Assisting with client and consultant coordination

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer / Site Engineer role

  • Groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) background preferred

  • Experience working on commercial projects

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Ambition to progress into a Project Manager role

  • SMSTS / CSCS (preferred but not essential depending on experience)

What’s on Offer:

  • Long-term contract with a reputable, industry-leading contractor

  • Immediate start available

  • Competitive day rate / salary (DOE)

  • Genuine career progression into a Project Manager role

  • Exposure to major commercial groundworks projects

If you are an Assistant Project Manager with a groundworks or RC background looking for a long-term opportunity with real progression, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV.