Assistant Project & Technical Coordinator (M&E)

Assistant Project & Technical Coordinator (M&E)

Location: Chichester, West Sussex (Office Based with Hybrid Flexibility)
Salary: £16,000 - £21,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Kickstart Your Career in Construction & Engineering

Are you looking to build a long-term career within Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) construction?

We're looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Assistant Project & Technical Coordinator to join a growing technical team, supporting the delivery of exciting construction projects across the UK and internationally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a school or college leaver, T Level or BTEC student, or someone at the beginning of their engineering career who wants hands-on experience while learning from experienced Project Managers, Construction Managers and Technical Services professionals.

If you're organised, eager to learn and interested in engineering, construction or project management, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Assistant Project & Technical Coordinator, you'll support the successful delivery of construction projects by assisting with project coordination, procurement, reporting and technical administration.

You'll gain exposure to every stage of the project lifecycle and work alongside experienced professionals on both UK and international projects.

Some travel within the UK and overseas will be required (approximately 30-50 days per year), with all business travel expenses fully reimbursed.

Key Responsibilities

* Support Project Managers and Technical Services teams with day-to-day project coordination.

* Assist with procurement activities and supplier coordination.

* Organise project documentation, technical records and reporting.

* Track project programmes, milestones and progress.

* Coordinate project materials, deliveries and site logistics.

* Attend project meetings and record actions.

* Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and internal departments.

* Assist with site surveys and technical inspections.

* Support quality assurance and project compliance processes.

* Maintain project trackers and digital reporting systems.

* Assist with testing, commissioning and project handovers.

* Support reporting using Microsoft Office and Power BI.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is motivated, proactive and keen to develop a career within the construction industry.

Essential

* T Level in Construction or Engineering/BTEC Engineering qualification, or Mechanical or Electrical qualification (or currently studying)

* GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above)

* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

* Strong organisational and communication skills

* A genuine interest in construction, engineering or project management

* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

* Knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services

* Experience using Power BI or other reporting software

* Previous work experience within construction or engineering (not essential)

Career Progression

This is a genuine career development opportunity with clear progression into M&E Project Management/Construction Management/Design Coordination.

You'll receive ongoing training, mentoring and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in both the UK and overseas.

What's on Offer

* £16,000-£21,000 salary (depending on experience)

* Private Medical Insurance

* Company Bonus Scheme

* Pension

* Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

* Cycle to Work Scheme

* Paid business travel

* Long-term career progression

* Opportunity to work on international projects

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the projects, applicants must hold a valid UK passport, be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance, have lived in the UK for the past five years.

If you're looking for a career rather than just a job, and want to develop your skills within an exciting and growing sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to start your career in construction project delivery
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