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