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The project assistant manager is the right-hand person of the project manager for implementing activities. Their role is essential as they ensure operational coordination between the project manager and service providers and users. Therefore, the project assistant manager position can be considered as a learning role for all those who wish to fully take on large-scale projects.

The average daily rate of a project assistant manager is around £300 per day. This rate varies depending on the experience and skills of the project assistant manager. The average salary of an IT project assistant manager is around £35K per year at the beginning of their career.

The assistant project manager supports the project manager. They both form a very effective duo. The project assistant is the person who ensures coordination in the field. They ensure proper implementation of all instructions given by their superior. They also participate in the project design phase, as well as in drafting the specifications. Furthermore, they define and update schedules, participate in testing, draft the acceptance document, handle reporting, and ensure that developments in the acceptance phase comply with specifications. The assistant project manager also takes care to respect the budget and deadlines. In case of difficulties in the field, they will have to adapt their strategy to new constraints.

The project assistant manager's responsibilities are numerous and depend mainly on the company's structure. They are responsible for carrying out all tasks related to the project's implementation. From start to completion, the assistant handles everything, taking into account deadlines, compliance, cost, and other parameters. They must have a good understanding of the specifications that were provided to them. They are regularly in contact with the client and service providers. The project assistant manager is also an experienced IT practitioner. They may be required to detect hardware failures, software bugs, and other operations. They must always be able to propose technological and technical solutions, and define the necessary adjustments.

For a project assistant, mastering computer skills and tools is essential. We can mention Word, Excel, Email, etc. They should also master project management methods and tools, be able to work independently, have good adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills. The project assistant is also expected to have good analytical skills and be able to make sound proposals. Reliability remains the main quality of the project assistant, as superiors and colleagues rely heavily on them for the smooth running of the project. They must therefore be organized, methodical, thorough, and above all have a sense of priorities. Meeting deadlines and staying within budget limits is also essential.

To become an assistant project manager, here are the possibilities available to you: • Degree from top communication schools • Master's in Marketing • Business school degree • Degree from Political Studies Institutes (IEP) like Sciences Po Starting from a 2-year post-secondary degree level, the position is accessible to recent graduates, but it would be preferable to complete a 5-year post-secondary degree. Recruiters prefer this type of profile. Over time, the assistant project manager can evolve into a project manager role. They gain more autonomy and responsibilities, and thus increase their salary expectations.