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Assistant / Junior Project Manager (Design)

Location: Manchester with hybrid working if required and site visits
Sector: Water / Regulated Infrastructure
Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35)

About the Role

We are looking for an Assistant / Junior Project Manager (Design) to support the delivery of water and multidisciplinary design projects. You will either manage the delivery of simple design projects or assist senior project managers on more complex schemes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

This role is ideal for a graduate or early-career professional with experience in regulated industries and a strong interest in developing a career in project management.

Key Responsibilities

Manage or support the delivery of multidisciplinary water design projects

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within cost, and in line with client specifications

Coordinate and manage commercial and contractual requirements, including NEC contracts

Develop, update, and manage project programmes

Maintain effective communication with clients and stakeholders to ensure client satisfaction

Report project progress, risks, and performance to senior management

Coordinate effectively with internal design teams and the external supply chain

Support the preparation of tenders for water design projects with input from engineering teams

Required Qualifications & Experience

Graduate or HND qualification (engineering or related discipline preferred)

2-5 years' experience in one or more of the following:

Engineering design in a regulated industry

Project engineering in a regulated industry

Project management of engineering design or construction

Design management

Experience working in regulated industries such as:

Water (essential)

Rail

Oil & Gas

Nuclear

Highways

Bridges

Strong interest and enthusiasm for project management

Preferred Experience

Experience working on multidisciplinary projects

Ability to lead and coordinate diverse, multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge of different contract types, including NEC and fixed-cost contracts

Experience managing change and design variations

Experience managing or contributing to design delivery

Commercial and contractual awareness

Understanding of project programmes and cost control

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on high-profile regulated infrastructure projects

Clear development pathway toward Project Manager roles

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants