Assistant Project Manager (Must have renewable energy experience)

Profile

We're looking for a proactive and organised Assistant Project Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about developing a career in project management and contributing to the successful delivery of renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and update detailed construction programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor project milestones and produce programme updates for both internal and client stakeholders.
• Identify programme risks, delays and schedule variances, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Support programme reviews, baseline planning and look-ahead scheduling.
• Produce Gantt charts, critical path analysis and resource planning reports.
• Maintain project trackers, risk registers, action logs and decision logs.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports.
• Organise project meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes and track follow-up actions.
• Support cost reporting, invoice tracking and purchase order administration
• Manage project documentation, ensuring drawings, specifications and correspondence are accurately controlled and distributed.
• Coordinate contractor documentation including RFIs, technical submittals and method statements.
• Assist in compiling project handover documentation and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Attend project sites to support Project Managers and gain hands-on exposure to construction activities.
• Assist in coordinating site meetings, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Maintain site records including progress photographs, daily diaries and project documentation.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Renewable Energy Experience (MUST HAVE)
• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, or up to two years' experience in a project support or coordination role.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project, with the ability to create and maintain project programmes independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.