Assistant Project Manager (Graduate)

Description

As a Graduate Project Manager you will support senior members of the Project Management team and contribute to the delivery of construction projects across all phases—from concept and design through construction to operational handover. You will receive guidance from an assigned mentor and be encouraged to develop a strong foundation in construction project management.

Your responsibilities will include coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met, driving actions forward, meeting deadlines and delivering value. You will assist with procurement, contract administration, data management, task planning, progress monitoring and site visits.

• Liaise regularly with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Support procurement processes and contract administration.
• Assist senior and associate project managers in delivering projects.
• Manage and maintain project data, including planning and tracking tasks.
• Coordinate the wider project team and monitor progress and costs.
• Attend site visits and project meetings to ensure alignment.
• Proactively deliver exceptional client service and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in continuous professional development, mentoring and APC support.

Requirements

RLB is hiring an Assistant Project Manager (Graduate) in its Project Management department. The role is permanent, full‑time and based in Reading, with hybrid working options.

The role requires a degree in a Built Environment discipline or a similar technical field. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal abilities, effective time management, a proactive mindset and a commitment to exceptional client service while being a collaborative team player.

• Hold a degree in a Built Environment or related technical discipline.
• Demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, and time‑management skills.

Benefits

RLB’s Future Professionals programme offers a two‑year structured graduate scheme that combines formal training with mentorship from chartered professionals. The programme develops both soft and technical skills, supporting graduates in achieving career progression and chartership goals within an inclusive, employee‑owned business.

RLB offers a range of employee benefits, such as hybrid working arrangements, a competitive salary with generous holiday entitlement and the option to purchase additional days, private healthcare and dental/eye‑care vouchers, and wellbeing programmes including gym membership and cycle‑to‑work schemes.

• Benefit from hybrid working, competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and additional purchase days.
• Access private healthcare, dental and eye‑care vouchers, and wellbeing programmes such as gym membership.
• Enjoy exposure to diverse projects, social events, charity initiatives and a supportive DE&I culture.

Training + Development

Interview process

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