Project Assistant

Project Assistant / Project Administrator

Location: Castle Cary, Somerset

Position: Permanent

The Opportunity

An established and growing construction business is looking to recruit a Project Assistant / Project Administrator to join its busy office in Castle Cary, Somerset.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of a variety of construction projects, predominantly within the high-end residential sector, working closely with Contracts Managers and Site Managers.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in construction who is looking to develop their knowledge and progress within the industry. You will receive ongoing mentoring and support from an experienced senior member of the team, with exposure to a variety of projects and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibilities as your experience grows.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day administrative and project support to Contracts Managers and Site Managers.

Assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly project reports.

Prepare, maintain and update project administration documentation.

Attend project meetings and produce accurate meeting minutes.

Monitor and report on site health and safety matters.

Assist with site set-up and close-down procedures.

Support the wider project team with general coordination and administrative duties.

Help ensure project information and documentation are maintained accurately and efficiently.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.

Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Effective problem-solving abilities.

Strong time management and attention to detail.

A positive attitude, commitment and willingness to learn.

The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

General IT proficiency.

Desirable (Not Essential)

An understanding of construction processes and project delivery.

Knowledge or experience of construction programming.

General awareness of current construction health and safety legislation.

A degree or qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, Building Surveying or a related construction discipline.

What’s on Offer?

Permanent position within an established and growing construction business.

Hands-on exposure to high-end residential construction projects.

Mentoring and development from experienced senior team members.

Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.

The opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the construction industry.

A supportive, sociable working environment with a strong emphasis on staff development and retention.

The Ideal Candidate

This role would suit someone with previous administration experience who is keen to develop a career within construction, or a recent graduate with a relevant construction or project management qualification looking to gain practical industry experience.

Enthusiasm, reliability, organisation and a genuine interest in construction are more important than having extensive previous industry experience
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed