Graduate Project Assistant
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Location
Cardiff
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
Up to £25000.00 per annum
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Contact:
Chloe Thomas
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Email:
Chloe.Thomas@yolkrecruitment.com
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Job ref:
BBBH36623
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Published:
about 2 months ago
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Expiry date:
2024-08-16
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Consultant:
ConsultantDrop
Project Assistant
Yolk Recruitment are partnered with a well-established, multi-disciplinary management company with two decades of experience in the construction and facilities management (FM) industry. They are searching for project assistants to join them. If you are looking to start you career in project management and are a driven and have a solid mindset, this may be the role for you. This opportunity is with a Based in north Cardiff, this company undertakes projects across various public. They provide a dynamic and varied working environment, delivering management services to both private and public sector clients. The team collaborates with construction contractors, industry specialists, facility management teams, investment firms, and legal representatives to deliver unique and impactful projects.
About the Role:
This company is seeking a Project Assistant to join their friendly and expanding team. They offer exceptional career progression opportunities, with a strong preference for developing Project Managers from within the company. As the business continues to grow, there are clear paths for career advancement and professional development.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Acting as a primary point of contact for clients and contractors, managing communications via calls and emails.
- Collaborating with various stakeholders to define project requirements and prioritisation.
- Organising meetings, including handling logistics, sending invitations, managing schedules, and tracking attendance.
- Taking detailed notes and minutes, maintaining and updating action logs to ensure follow-up on tasks.
- Assisting with programme management by controlling key project deadlines.
- Drafting update reports for internal and client review.
- Reviewing, analysing, and presenting data in a clear and accessible manner.
- Supporting your team and/or project manager with their tasks.
- Attending site visits to observe and contribute to live projects.
Essential Skills:
- A degree in a related field (business, operations, law, engineering, etc.) or relevant transferable skills from previous professional experience.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Project.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- While prior project management experience is desirable, it is not essential. The company values a proactive mindset, a willingness to learn, and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in project management. Graduate applications are welcomed.
Benefits:
The salary for this role is up to £25,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. Additional benefits include hybrid working options, an early finish on Fridays, a Christmas shutdown period, and paid leave on your birthday. The leave allowance increases with length of service, complemented by various social events.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through Yolk Recruitment. If this role isn't right for you, we may have other opportunities. Please check our website for other potential roles and if you want a confidential chat, pop me an email to arrange.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, embracing diversity and encouraging applications from all qualified candidates. Please note, due to the high number of applications, we cannot guarantee a response for every role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, please check our website for more opportunities.
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