Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

Experis Academy Programme: Accelerate Your Career in Project Management

Are you a natural leader who thrives in dynamic environments? Ready to harness your people skills and drive to launch a successful career as an Assistant Project Manager?

Experis Academy offers an exciting and unique opportunity for aspiring Assistant Project Managers to gain paid training, hands-on experience, and personalised career development while working with a leading international aerospace, defence, and security company.

Join our dynamic Experis Academy division, where you will represent us on highly critical fleet services projects with one of our top engineering clients. Our Academy programmes are designed to train and develop delivery-oriented individuals, preparing you to become a valued member of our customers' thriving communities.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience managing projects or leading teams to successful delivery.
• Highly analytical, with a keen ability to identify solutions and drive results.
• Motivated, ambitious professional eager to enhance skills and accelerate a career in project management.

If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Role of an Assistant Project Manager:

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will take charge of essential project management tasks to ensure successful project delivery. You will assist in developing accurate financial and schedule estimates to keep the project on track. Your role will involve planning, monitoring, and managing work packages to ensure smooth execution. You will also create and share regular project reports to keep everyone informed. Additionally, you will manage communications and build strong relationships with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Experis Academy Programme:

Kickstart your journey with an 8-week intensive training programme that combines in-person instructor-led classes, scenario-based learning, and practical application workshops. You will receive best-in-class training within the project management framework, covering the full project lifecycle (scope, schedule, finance, risk, quality, and resource planning). The curriculum also covers essential soft skills like negotiation, presentation, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution - equipping you for a 12-month placement as an Experis employee. Here, you’ll put your skills to use in a real-world environment with ongoing support and mentorship.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively and confidently.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• A forward thinker who pre-empts potential problems.
• Ability to navigate technical conversations.
• Professional commitment to high quality, and a passion for learning new skills.

Eligible and willing to undertake SC security clearance.

What’s in it for You:

A comprehensive training programme comprised of classroom-based and in-role training to develop skills in an area that is ever-growing in demand.

Competitive salary based on a 37-hour working week, with bonus opportunities.

Gain highly sought-after qualifications in project management including APM Project Fundamentals Foundation, APM Project Management, APMG Project Planning & Controls Foundation (exam costs are covered as part of the programme).

Location: Full-time onsite in Clyde.

Ready to advance your career in project management? Join us at Experis Academy and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of defence and engineering projects!