Junior Project Manager - Groundwater & Dewatering
Location: Suffolk (site-based across Suffolk and neighbouring counties, with office support)Contract: Permanent, Full-TimeSalary: Up to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)Reporting to: Senior Project Manager / Operations Manager
Role Overview
We are seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of groundwater control and construction dewatering projects across Suffolk and the wider region.
This role suits someone with hands-on site or project support experience who is looking to progress into project management within a specialist engineering environment. You will work closely with experienced engineers and project managers, supporting projects from pre-construction through installation, operation and demobilisation of dewatering systems.
No degree is required. The role focuses on practical experience, strong organisation and a willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Coordination
- Support planning and delivery of groundwater control and dewatering systems, including wellpoints, deepwells, horizontal drainage, ejectors and pumping systems
- Assist with day-to-day coordination of site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and plant
- Track site progress, key milestones and programme interfaces
- Support mobilisation and demobilisation of dewatering installations
Commercial & Programme Support
- Assist with cost tracking, commercial administration and variations
- Support preparation of programmes, method statements and risk assessments (RAMS)
- Maintain clear and accurate project documentation and records
Health, Safety & Environment
- Support implementation of health and safety procedures on live construction sites
- Assist with site inductions, toolbox talks and compliance checks
- Help ensure environmental controls, groundwater monitoring and discharge compliance are maintained
Client & Stakeholder Liaison
- Support communication with clients, main contractors and consultants
- Attend site coordination and progress meetings as required
- Assist in responding to technical or site-based queries
Learning & Development
- Develop a practical understanding of groundwater behaviour, hydrogeology and dewatering techniques
- Gain exposure to pump testing, monitoring data and system optimisation
- Build project management capability across planning, delivery and site operations
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience in construction, engineering, groundworks, utilities or a project support role
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Clear communication and a proactive, hands-on approach
- Willingness to work on active construction sites across Suffolk and surrounding counties
- Basic understanding of construction environments and site safety
- Competent using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Full UK driving licence (or working towards)
Desirable
- Experience with dewatering, pumping systems, groundworks or civil engineering
- Awareness of CDM Regulations
- Experience supporting site managers, engineers or project teams
- Interest in groundwater management or specialist construction techniques
What's Offered
- Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
- Clear progression into project management within a specialist discipline
- Hands-on learning alongside experienced engineers and project managers
- Exposure to technically challenging projects across the region
- Long-term career development opportunities