Assistant Project Manager

Location: Greater Manchester (primarily within M60) 🕘 Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (flexible working available) 📅 Contract: 6 Months (ASAP start) → Strong Temp-to-Perm Opportunity 💷 Competitive Rate (DOE) We are currently recruiting for a Site Manager / Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of minor works projects across council-owned properties in Greater Manchester. This role is ideal for someone looking to step up into site or project management, offering hands-on experience across live sites within a public-sector FM environment, with clear progression into a permanent role. The Role You will support the delivery of multiple small-scale refurbishment and maintenance projects (up to £70k), including bathroom refurbishments, electrical upgrades, and general building works across operational buildings such as community centres, museums, and public facilities. Key Responsibilities * Support the day-to-day running of multiple sites across Greater Manchester * Supervise subcontractors and ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to standard * Assist in delivering refurbishment and minor works projects (up to £70k) * Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and maintain H&S documentation * Monitor progress and report updates to senior management * Ensure compliance with client specifications and council standards * Liaise with building users and stakeholders to minimise disruption * Assist with site logistics, materials coordination, and organisation Requirements * CSCS Card (any level considered) * SMSTS * 3-Day First Aid (or willingness to obtain) * Some site-based experience (construction, FM, maintenance, or refurbishment) * Trade background or understanding of building trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical) * Basic IT skills (emails, reporting systems) * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites What You’ll Get * Strong opportunity to move into a permanent role * Hands-on experience across multiple live projects * Exposure to public-sector and FM project delivery * Training, mentoring, and career development * Supportive team environment with real progression opportunities Desirable * Experience working on council or public-sector buildings * Interest in progressing to NVQ Level 5 (or higher) in Construction/Project Management * Organised and proactive approach with ability to manage multiple small projects