Assistant Construction Manager - Mission Critical (London, UK)

CompanyBurns & McDonnell

LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/21/2026

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Production managers and directors in construction

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£53,400 (£27.38 per hour)

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Description

Description

Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as a leader in mission-critical services.

The Assistant Construction Manager will assist the Project Manager with day-to-day management on a variety of Mission Critical projects of varying complexity, and/or will manage some smaller and less complex projects on their own. This position will manage and act as a coordinator and project liaison to the client, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders throughout the project. The ACM control, design, preconstruction and construction activities. They will maintain document control, manage databases and coordinate and track project activities and communications to ensure project goals are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget parameters.

Assist global practices and engineering disciplines with overall efforts for Design-only and/or EPC projects.

Assist the Project Management team to administer the request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.

Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the Legal Department as required.

Assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system.

Assist with the development of internal and external reports including project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.

Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies, as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.

Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.

Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.

Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.

Secure applicable project permits required for the project.

Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.

Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.

Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.

Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders. Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.

Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.

Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.

Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.

Assist with maintaining compliance on all project-related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years relevant construction experience Required or
Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement Required
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.

A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Construction Services

Primary Location GB-London, UK-London

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 260327

Job Hire Type Experienced #UKO N/A