Junior Project Manager

Job Role: Junior Project Manager  

Job Type: Permanent        

Employment Type: Full-Time        

Salary: £29,000 to £38,000 

Working Hours: 37.5  hours per week        

Location: Portsmouth 

About Us  Hythe Engineering is a trusted partner to some of the UK’s leading Defence, Renewable, and Nuclear contractors. We specialise in bespoke design and manufacturing solutions, with an emphasis on quality, safety, and technical excellence.  

The Role  Are you an ambitious and proactive individual looking to grow your career in project management? We’re seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the successful planning and delivery of complex engineering projects across the defence and nuclear sectors. 

In this role, you’ll work closely with Project Managers to assist in the operational and commercial execution of projects, from pre-contract stages through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic technical environment while contributing to high-impact projects with national significance. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support Project Managers in planning, monitoring, and reporting project progress 
• Help manage the quality process in line with the Project Quality Plan 
• Maintain effective communication with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders 
• Assist in tracking project costs, identifying variances, and providing reports 
• Contribute to identifying risks, opportunities, and developing mitigation strategies 
• Monitor programme milestones and assist with delay mitigation measures 
• Support contractual correspondence, change management, and record keeping 
• Liaise with third parties and external stakeholders as required 
• Ensure all aspects of the project delivery process are followed, maintaining high safety and quality standards 
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle 

What We’re Looking For 

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline 
• Awareness of NEC3/NEC4 contracts 
• Understanding of project management principles, including planning, risk, cost control, and quality 
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Project, Primavera P6) 
• Currently studying for or holding certifications such as Prince2, PMP, or APM 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Strong organisational and time management abilities 
• Able to learn new techniques and problem-solve effectively 

Ideal Candidate Attributes 

• Self-motivated, with a proactive and adaptable mindset 
• Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail 
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment 
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments 
• Eagerness to develop professionally within the project management discipline 

Requirements  Please note that roles at Hythe Engineering require security clearance. Successful candidates must obtain and maintain appropriate clearance for this position. 

Benefits 

• Contributory pension scheme 
• Private medical insurance, including optical and dental 
• 24/7 employee assistance programme 
• Life assurance scheme 
• Competitive holiday allowance 

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