Assistant Project Manager – Defence

Job Description

Make the Difference with Turner & Townsend – Join Us as an Assistant Project Manager

At Turner & Townsend, our purpose is simple but powerful: we’re passionate about making the difference. To make that difference happen, we’re looking to connect with talented Assistant Project Managers who want to help deliver some of the most high profile and complex projects across the UK Defence sector.

What You’ll Deliver

• Support the successful delivery of projects and programmes across a range of sectors, sizes and complexity levels.
• Assist project teams in achieving client objectives, ensuring projects are delivered to agreed time, cost and quality requirements.
• Support the administration of contracts, including NEC4 and other forms of contract, under the guidance of senior project professionals.
• Contribute sector knowledge and insights across defence, infrastructure, construction and related industries.
• Assist in the development of project documentation, including business cases, project plans, reports and governance materials.
• Support project controls activities, including programme management, risk management, cost monitoring and performance reporting.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Apply and develop project management skills, tools and methodologies to support successful project outcomes.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support continuous improvement across projects and programmes.

Desired Experience

• Experience working with UK Government organisations, particularly within the defence sector, would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting the delivery of projects and/or programmes throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through to implementation and completion.
• An understanding of procurement processes and NEC contracts, with practical exposure considered beneficial.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants and advisors on infrastructure or construction-related projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to identify issues, support problem solving and help maintain project momentum.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with both client and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in project controls, reporting, risk management, scheduling and maintaining project documentation.
• A willingness to learn, develop professionally and take on increasing levels of responsibility within a project management environment.

Essential

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, supported by relatable professional experience.

Desirable

• Project Management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM PMQ or AGILE.
• Contract Management qualification such as NEC4 PMA.

Security Requirements

Due to the sensitive nature of the work involved in our specialist defence projects, candidates will be required to hold, or be eligible to obtain, Security Clearance (SC). To meet the criteria for this level of clearance, applicants must:

• Be a sole British National
• Hold a valid UK passport

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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Company Description

At Turner & Townsend, we are committed to helping you thrive — both professionally and personally. Our culture is founded on trust, flexibility and the belief that people perform at their best when they feel supported and empowered.

We are united by a core principle: making the difference matters. Joining us means becoming part of a purpose‑driven organisation where diverse expertise comes together to serve, support and protect those who serve and protect us.

From your first day, you will be exposed to unique and complex environments. You will contribute to programmes across air, land, sea, cyber and space, gaining experience that strengthens your capability and advances your career. You will work alongside leading professionals in the defence, aerospace and security sectors, all aligned to a shared vision of being the premier international partner in our field.

As part of our growing team, you will play a vital role in supporting clients to deliver major programmes that enhance national capability and transform the defence landscape. You will be based from your local office, working in a hybrid model and collaborating with colleagues and client teams across the UK.

This is an opportunity to contribute to work of national importance — and to grow within a business that values expertise, collaboration and long‑term relationships.

Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a SOLE UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). See Security Clearance Section.