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Assistant Project Manager
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Location: Bloomsbury London
Role Summary
Assistant Project Manager
Estates and Capital Projects Department
Full-time 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Permanent contract
Hybrid with 3 days on-site minimum
41,723
Application deadline: 12:00 5th January
About the role
The Estates and Capital Projects department at the British Museum is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support work on a range of transformational building projects.
These projects range from refurbishment to large-scale construction projects, typically between 25k - 5m gross with occasional involvement in larger schemes. The type of projects varies from infrastructure projects to public facing gallery developments. They generally involve significant internal and external stakeholder management.
The role will be part of a team making sure all work is carried out efficiently to the required quality, time, and budget constraints and in accordance with legal and statutory requirements. This role is ideal for those looking to strengthen/develop their project management skills in a construction/heritage environment.
About you

• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with spreadsheets and financial systems.
• Interest in developing project management skills within a construction or heritage setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices and willingness to learn Museum processes.
• A proactive team player with a problem-solving approach.

Key areas of responsibility

• Support Client Project Managers and Programme Managers in delivering capital projects across the Museum's estate.
• Assist with project planning, documentation and coordination of site activities.
• Manage project information, including reports, records and version control.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Support procurement processes, including tender documentation and evaluation.
• Monitor project finances, prepare purchase orders, and maintain cost reports.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, statutory requirements, and Museum policies.

Benefits

• Be a part of a world-renowned institution, where history, culture, and innovation come together!
• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
• Exceptional Pension: Secure your future with one of the UK's most generous defined benefit schemes - guaranteed income for life.
• Cultural Perks: Free tickets to exhibitions, plus complimentary and discounted entry to leading museums and galleries worldwide.
• Financial Support: Interest-free travel loans and rental deposit loans.
• Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Everyday Extras: Paid 1-hour lunch break, subsidised staff canteen, and discounts in our gift shop.

Our Values
Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered. These are:

• Care Deeply
• Embrace the Unknown
• Spark Curiosity
• Value Many Voices

Additional details
If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details to .
*We may be able to provide visa sponsorship for this role, subject to meeting eligibility requirements. You can find out more about these here.*
The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.

Skills Required