Assistant Project Manager NEW

Edinburgh, Midlothian
Hays
Take your career into large Project Delivery as an Assistant Project Manager!

Assistant Project Manager – £80m Hotel Project, EdinburghLocation: Edinburgh City CentreEmployer: Leading Main ContractorProject Value: £80 million
About the Role
Are you a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager with a degree in Construction Management or Engineering, ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to join our client’s team on a landmark £80m new-build hotel development in the heart of Edinburgh. This is your chance to transition into a project management role on one of Scotland’s most prestigious projects.
Project Highlights

• A tight city-centre site requires meticulous planning and logistics.
• Reinforced Concrete (RC) Frame structure forming the backbone of the development.
• Complex sequencing and coordination with multiple trades in a constrained environment.
• High-end finishes and premium hotel specifications.

Why This Role?

• Move from site management into a broader project leadership position.
• Gain exposure to complex, high-value construction and client-facing responsibilities.
• Work alongside experienced Project Managers and Directors who will mentor and support your progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in delivering the project on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to maintain the programme and resolve issues.
• Assist with reporting, scheduling, and stakeholder communication.
• Monitor health, safety, and environmental compliance across the site.
• Contribute to risk management and problem-solving during delivery.

What do you need?

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Currently working as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager for a main contractor on large-scale projects.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills with a collaborative approach.
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to develop into a Project Manager role.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a flagship project in Edinburgh city centre.
• Clear career progression and structured development.
• A supportive team environment with exposure to complex, high-profile builds

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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