Assistant Project Manager
| Posting date: | 08 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £70,000.0 to £80,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Exceptional Salary |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 December 2025 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Eh3 9Pp |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4744707_1765207056 |
Summary
Assistant Project Manager - £80M Hotel Project | Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh City Centre
Employer: Leading Main Contractor
Project Value: £80 Million
Ready to move from consultancy into delivery?
If you have a degree in Construction Management or Engineering and experience in project delivery, this is your chance to step into a hands-on leadership role on one of Scotland's most prestigious developments-a landmark £80M new-build hotel in the heart of Edinburgh.
Why This Role?
- Transition from advisory to real project ownership
- Gain exposure to complex logistics, sequencing, and client-facing responsibilities
- Work alongside seasoned Project Managers and Directors who will mentor your progression
Project Highlights:
- Tight city-centre site requiring meticulous planning
- Reinforced Concrete (RC) Frame structure
- High-end finishes and premium hotel specifications
- Complex coordination with multiple trades in a constrained environment
What You'll Do:
- Support the Project Manager in delivering on time, on budget, and to the highest standards
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants
- Assist with reporting, scheduling, and stakeholder communication
- Monitor health, safety, and environmental compliance
- Contribute to risk management and problem-solving
What We're Looking For:
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
- Experience in consultancy or site management on large-scale projects
- Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Ambitious, proactive, and ready to step into a broader PM role
What's in It for You?
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Work on a flagship project in Edinburgh city centre
- Flexible working options
- Clear career progression and structured development
- A supportive team environment with exposure to high-profile builds
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