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Assistant Project Manager

Keplar Group

Barking

£360 - £400/annum

Posted: 21 October 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 20 November 2026

Ref: 225750176

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Assistant Project Manager - Rail Civils & Refurbishment

Location: East London / Essex
Salary / Rate: £375.00 - £400.00 per day
Job Type: Contract / Temporary (6-Month Initial Duration)
Start Date: Immediate

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager with a strong background in Rail Civils and Station Refurbishment to support a major station upgrade portfolio across East London and South Essex.

Working directly alongside a Project Manager, you will assist in driving project delivery, subcontractor coordination, building finishings, quality assurance, and completion handovers across live rail schemes.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Lead PM with daily operational management, trade sequencing, and lookahead programming.
Drive the final closeout phase on major station refurbishment works, managing snagging, building finishings, and assurance documentation.
Support site setup, logistics, and delivery for an £2m station gate line installation package.
Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to maintain progress, quality standards, and safety compliance in live rail environments.
Ensure all works align with Network Rail procedures and operational guidelines.

Key Requirements

Rail Experience: Mandatory experience delivering works within live rail infrastructure or station environments.
Technical Background: Strong bias toward Civils, Building, Structural Works, or Station Refurbishment (MEP coverage is already established on-site).
Project Stage Knowledge: Proven track record in project completion, snagging, and section handovers.
Certifications: Active PTS (Personal Track Safety) card preferred, alongside SMSTS and CSCS Manager Card.
Location: Ability to commute between project locations across East London and South Essex.

To Apply
If you are a Rail Assistant Project Manager available for an immediate start, please apply with your updated CV today for immediate consideration or call Paul @ Gapp Search on (phone number removed).

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