Assistant Project Manager

Job Details

Our bespoke market leading client in Aylesbury are seeking an Assistant Project Manager, to join their growing team.

The successful Assistant Project Manager must have the following to succeed:

* Ideally, possess a working knowledge of the manufacturing/fabrication industry.

* Minimum of an HNC/HND in relevant Engineering subjects.

* Excellent communication skills with proven ability to build strong relationships with various stakeholders including clients/ suppliers and staff.

* High resilience and adaptability to deal constructively with conflicting priorities.

* Commercially focused, with an eye for details on the project costs across multiple projects.

* Strong analytical skills – to develop, analyse and provide commentary on project plans and performance.

* High integrity – to build trust with all stakeholders.

* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Knowledge of ERP systems would be beneficial.

The Successful Assistant Project Manager will have the following responsibilities:

* Manage all projects to maximise value, On Time Delivery (OTD) and client satisfaction.

* Work across the full value chain, from our clients to our suppliers to understand their working methods and requirements.

* Act as a point of contact between the client

* Manage these projects proactively and mitigate identified risks, to make sure profitability and customer expectations are met.

* Internally liaise with departments to manage the design making sure that OTD and costs remain on track.

* Recognise, present, negotiate and secure any variations to orders with customers using internal specialist as required.

* Check that documentation is complete and complies with company procedures.

* Confirm that the main materials, inspection and certification are in accordance with the agreed scope.

* Develop a suitable programme of activities taking into account any special requirements/ features, inspections and contractual conditions.

* Monitor activities and liaise with internal departments to ensure that key milestones remain on track and that the key resources are available.

* Support the company to manage interactions such as drawing approvals, witness testing, transport, documentation, third party requirements

The position comes with an excellent benefits package and a wealth of training