Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager - Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS)
Location: Stratford or Palestra (1 day per week attendance required)
Salary: £312 per day (Umbrella)
Contract Length: Ongoing

Morson International is proud to partner with a leading client in the transport sector to recruit an accomplished Assistant Project Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to drive multiple projects within Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), with a particular focus on Traffic Signal projects for London Boroughs and external developers. As part of a dynamic team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of essential transport infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management:
• Oversee the delivery of traffic signal projects, resolving issues, managing risks, and engaging stakeholders.
• Control budgets and ensure timely completion.
• Financial Oversight:
• Manage the financial aspects of assigned projects.
• Track expenses against the approved budget.
• Project Reporting and Governance:
• Support the Project Manager with progress reporting, risk and issue management, planning, scheduling, document control, and compliance with TfL’s project management methodology.
• Stakeholder and Client Engagement:
• Foster strong relationships with project sponsors, London Boroughs, external developers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.

Key Skills and Experience Required:

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with project controls tools and techniques.
• Experience in managing projects within the transport, civils, or related industry, ideally in ITS.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards in high-pressure environments.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in project management (desirable).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, particularly in stakeholder and client engagement.

About the Role:

As the Assistant Project Manager, you will play a vital role in overseeing small work packages and supporting project managers in delivering larger-scale projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in risk management, budget management, and on-schedule achievement of project deliverables.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and contributing to the overall Health and Safety culture.

This role offers flexibility in location, with the option to be based at either Stratford or Palestra, with 1-day per week attendance required in the office.

Why Morson?

• Be part of a prestigious transport infrastructure project, contributing to major ITS projects for the Greater London area.
• Opportunity to enhance your career in the transport sector and work within a professional and dynamic team.
• Competitive daily rate of £312 per day (umbrella).

Apply Today!

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply now with your updated CV. For more information, or to discuss the role in detail, feel free to contact us at Morson (robert otter)