Assistant Project Manager (Water Infrastructure)

Assistant Project Manager (Water Infrastructure)Assistant Project Manager | Water Sector | Major Projects Programme Contract: 12-Month Rolling Contract (Outside IR35) Rate: Up to £425 per day Location: South East England Working Pattern: Hybrid, 2 days per week in Maidstone with occasional site visitsMurray McIntosh is supporting the delivery of a major water infrastructure programme and is looking to speak with experienced Assistant Project Managers to join a high-profile Major Projects team.This opportunity will support a major reservoir scheme providing essential project coordination and administration support across a complex, multi-disciplinary programme. You'll work closely with Project Managers, technical specialists and key stakeholders, helping to ensure project activities are coordinated effectively and delivered in line with programme requirements.This role would suit candidates who have experience supporting engineering, utilities, infrastructure or water sector projects and are looking to further develop their project delivery expertise within a major capital programme environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day project coordination and administrative support across project delivery activitiesAssist with programme scheduling, planning and tracking of project deliverablesCoordinate meetings, workshops and project governance activitiesMaintain project documentation, records and document control processesSupport stakeholder communications across internal teams, consultants and contractorsMonitor actions, risks and issues, escalating where appropriateHelp resolve minor project bottlenecks and support the delivery team in maintaining project momentumProvide support to subject matter experts and technical specialists with project inputs and reporting requirementsAssist with the preparation of project reports, presentations and programme updatesRequirementsPrevious experience in an Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator or Project Support roleExperience supporting the delivery of engineering, infrastructure, utilities or capital projectsWater sector experience is highly desirableClean water project experience is strongly preferredStrong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced project environmentEffective stakeholder management and communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office and project reporting toolsWhat's on OfferLong-term rolling contract opportunityOutside IR35 engagementCompetitive day rate of up to £425 per dayHybrid working arrangementOpportunity to contribute to a major water infrastructure programmeExposure to complex project delivery within a specialist sectorIf you're an Assistant Project Manager with experience supporting infrastructure, utilities or water sector projects and are interested in discussing this opportunity further, I'd be keen to hear from you.To apply, please send your latest CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.Leon SmithPrincipal Consultant - Water Murray McIntosh