Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager - HVDC / Major Infrastructure

• Location: Scotland / Inverness area - hybrid during pre-construction, predominantly site-based during construction
• Rate: £550 - £600 per day, inside IR35
• Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
• Duration: 12-month initial contract, with potential long-term requirement

Turner Lovell are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK energy infrastructure organisation delivering major electricity transmission projects as part of the UK's transition to a net-zero energy system. We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of a major civil and building package associated with a large-scale HVDC transmission infrastructure project.

Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you will play a key role in coordinating site activities, monitoring contractor performance and supporting the successful delivery of works across safety, programme, quality and commercial requirements.

This is a site-focused opportunity offering exposure to major infrastructure delivery, NEC contract management, contractor management and stakeholder engagement within a complex, multi-contract project environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a major civil and building work package from pre-construction through execution
• Work closely with the Project Manager, main contractor and wider project delivery team
• Monitor contractor performance against programme, quality, safety and project requirements
• Carry out regular site monitoring and provide updates on construction progress
• Support project controls, reporting, programme updates, risk registers and issue tracking
• Assist with NEC contract administration, including early warnings, compensation events and change management
• Coordinate interfaces between contractors, designers, consultants and key stakeholders
• Support the management of project risks, issues and opportunities
• Promote and maintain a strong Health, Safety and Environmental culture across project activities
• Assist with project meetings, reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Support effective project governance and ensure project documentation is maintained

Role Requirements

• Experience working site-based on civil engineering, construction or major infrastructure projects
• Understanding of construction Health & Safety requirements and CDM 2015
• Familiarity with NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts, ideally with practical experience
• Experience monitoring contractors and subcontractors against programme, quality and safety requirements
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience within HV transmission, energy, utilities or major infrastructure would be advantageous

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to join a major energy infrastructure programme and gain valuable experience delivering complex transmission and civil engineering works within a long-term project environment.
For further information please apply or contact Maddie Jacob / Hope Brown ( madeleine.jacob@turnerlovell.com / hope.brown@turnerlovell.com ) / 0207 4481100.