Junior Project Manager – Construction
About iHus
iHus specialises in the design and construction of high-quality, timber-frame residential annexes across the UK
Our projects provide purpose-built living accommodation for families, supporting multigenerational living, independence and future care needs. Every project is delivered within a customer’s home environment, meaning that strong organisation, clear communication and attention to detail are essential throughout the build
Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Junior Project Manager to join our Operations team
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in construction, project coordination, site administration or customer service who is looking to progress into project management.
Working alongside our Operations Manager and experienced Project Managers, you will support the delivery of timber-frame annexe projects from pre-start through to completion and customer handover
You will help coordinate customers, site teams, subcontractors, materials, project information and programme dates, ensuring that actions are completed and potential issues are identified early
As your knowledge and confidence develop, you will take increasing responsibility for your own projects, initially focusing on lower-risk and less complex builds
This is a genuine development role with structured support, training and clear progression into a Project Manager position
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the planning and delivery of construction projects from pre-start to completion
- Maintaining regular and professional communication with customers
- Attending site visits, project meetings, progress reviews and customer handovers
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and project information
- Monitoring project progress against the agreed build programme
- Coordinating routine site activities, appointments, deliveries and access arrangements
- Working closely with Site Leads, Build Teams, subcontractors and internal departments
- Monitoring material availability and escalating shortages or delivery issues
- Supporting labour and resource planning across allocated projects
- Maintaining accurate project records, actions, dates, photographs and documentation
- Assisting with quality inspections, snagging and pre-handover reviews
- Recording defects or incomplete works and following actions through to completion
- Promoting compliance with the iHus Build Manual and project specifications
- Supporting health and safety inspections and reporting any concerns promptly
- Identifying potential delays, risks or customer concerns and escalating them early
- Supporting the recording and approval of project variations
- Helping ensure sites remain safe, organised and professionally presented
- Using company project-management and communication systems consistently
You will not be expected to know everything from day one. However, you must be willing to learn, ask questions, take ownership of actions and respond positively to coaching and feedback
About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and motivated to build a career in construction project management.
You will need:
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- The ability to manage multiple actions, priorities and deadlines.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
- Confidence communicating with customers, colleagues and site teams.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
- A practical and solutions-focused approach.
- The confidence to raise concerns and escalate issues when required.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- A willingness to learn construction methods, drawings and specifications.
- The ability to work independently while also contributing to a wider team.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.
Experience
Previous experience in one or more of the following would be beneficial:
- Construction project coordination
- Assistant or junior project management
- Site administration or site supervision
- Residential, timber-frame or modular construction
- Customer-facing construction roles
- Scheduling, planning or resource coordination
- Construction procurement or material coordination
- Project-management, CRM or document-control systems
Previous experience managing complete construction projects is not essential
We would also welcome applications from experienced Site Administrators, Project Coordinators, Assistant Site Managers or construction professionals looking to move into project management
Qualifications
A construction, engineering or project-management qualification at Level 3 or above would be advantageous but is not essential
Knowledge of construction health and safety, CDM requirements or building regulations would also be beneficial. Relevant training will be provided as part of your development
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be:
- Positive, proactive and dependable
- Comfortable taking responsibility for allocated tasks
- Professional and confident when dealing with customers
- Calm and organised when priorities change
- Willing to ask questions and seek clarification
- Receptive to coaching and constructive feedback
- Practical and solutions-focused
- Committed to providing a high-quality customer experience
- Motivated to develop into an independent Project Manager
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
