387 Project Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

V7 are working with a close client in the Water industry, who due to growth are looking for a Projects Assistant to join the team.

The business are undergoing significant growth and this role will offer exciting progression opportunities.

On offer is a salary of 35,000-40,000 plus benefits.

Key duties:

• Reviewing all applicable job data, including POs, project plans, specifications, and providing comments when applicable.
• Coordinating with other departments and Project team to meet scheduled task deadlines, maintain schedule for purchasing, fabrication, construction, inspection, start-up, etc., and prioritising staff workload to meet goals; assigning warranty items to engineering staff.
• Assisting in project review meetings, focusing on scope of supply, cost, construction, and project scheduling.
• Advising Operations Manager of project status while adhering to all appropriate policies and established safety procedures.
• Report any variations to Operations Manager, including costs and problems which may change the forecast delivery, profitability, warranty etc of such contracts.
• o receive the order from the Proposals Engineer and attend a Hand-Over Meeting, if necessary and become familiar with all requirements of the contract.
• Set up schedules for the timely submission and completion of all drawings, technical data, manufacturing and installation schedules, as agreed with the customer.
• Oversee the progress on the contract by holding regular in-house meetings or discussions with the departments concerned.
• Maintain contact with the customer, advising of progress, responding to correspondence and any queries relating to that contract. This may involve site meetings.

To apply for this role please submit a copy of your CV.

V7 Recruitment are an equal opportunities employer and are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

• Already experience looking to take ownership,
• An IFA administrator who wants to pivot into marketing, or
• A Marketing Graduate ready to turn theory into results - this is the kind of role that grows with you.

• You'll have direct access to senior leadership - no layers, no waiting to be noticed
• The freedom to bring ideas and creativity to the table
• A genuinely varied mix of marketing, communications, and project work
• Support to develop your skills across content, strategy, and campaign delivery
• Financial services experience helps, but curiosity and initiative matter more

• Helping plan and deliver marketing campaigns across digital and print
• Creating social media content (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube)
• Supporting newsletters, market updates, and event communications
• Managing website updates and brand consistency
• Coordinating client and team events end-to-end
• Tracking project timelines, deliverables, and marketing performance
• Maintaining CRM data and segmenting audiences for targeted campaigns
• Liaising with external designers, printers, and suppliers
• Bringing ideas to improve client experience and engagement

• A keen interest or experience in marketing, project coordination, or administration.
• Ideally a marketing/comms degree and a hunger to learn
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office and Canva (or Adobe Express)
• Experience with social media management and email marketing tools (Mailchimp, Salesforce, etc.)
• Eye for detail and creativity, balanced with accountability and follow-through
• A proactive, positive approach - someone who makes things happen

• Full-time role (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm)
• Collaborative team and supportive leadership
• Huge variety day-to-day - no two weeks will look the same
• Exposure across marketing, operations, and project delivery
• Opportunities for professional development and progression

Job Title: Project Administration Team Leader

Location: Stevenage, SG1 4QX

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

Guide the Project Administration Team by delegating tasks, monitoring progress, fostering a positive environment, and acting as a liaison. You'll oversee various team roles, provide administrative support for building repair projects, and ensure proactive job progression and accurate system updates. This requires excellent customer service to build trust and maintain a positive company reputation.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Communication & Oversight: Facilitate clear communication within the team and act as a link between the team and management. Oversee team performance, monitor workflow, and provide feedback and coaching.
• Team Support & Development: Inspire and encourage team members, creating a positive, collaborative environment. Manage annual leave requests and ensure sufficient cover for absent team members.
• Conflict Resolution & Performance Management: Address and resolve challenges and conflicts to maintain a productive working atmosphere. Review and manage the performance of both individuals and the team.
• Client & Management Liaison: Act as a point of escalation for other company teams and clients. Maintain a complete understanding of company and client systems and SLAs. Conduct regular reviews with the Management Team to ensure effective processes and brief the team on changes.
• Carry out the Contract Support role, consisting of:
• Project Progress & Administration: Proactively monitor job progress to ensure completion and final payment. Provide administrative support to Contract Managers and Works Managers, and offer temporary cover for other teams when needed.
• Customer & Client Interaction: Serve as a point of contact for customers, providing job updates and obtaining necessary information, documentation, or payments. Ensure company and client systems are kept updated.
• Documentation & Files: Produce Site Files and associated documentation, and create Health & Safety Files upon project completion.
• Service & Resolution: Obtain signed completion forms from customers, identify and submit customer feedback, and assist with complaint resolution.
• Financial & Supplier Tasks: Monitor and make timely payment requests, process cancellations, and place orders with suppliers.
• Project Information: Obtain project documentation and gather any required schedule evidence.
• Provide cover for the Client Account Administrative Support (CAAS) role, consisting of:
  • Email & New Enquiries: Monitor and process emails in client mailboxes. Process new enquiries by collating information and setting them up on company systems.
  • Scheduling & Approvals: Organise survey visits, monitor estimate approvals, and process schedule queries and approvals.
  • Cancellations: Process cancellations.
• General administrative duties, including:
  • Answering incoming phone calls.
  • Arranging parking for site visits.

About You:

Skills (Essential):

• Leadership & Team Management: Inspiring and strategic thinking to keep the team focused and productive.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication with a proactive, positive approach.
• Work Ethic: Adaptable, organised, efficient, and able to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail.
• IT & Literacy: Good IT skills (especially with Microsoft Office, Excel), and strong numeracy and literacy.
• Professionalism: Commitment to service excellence and contributing to a positive work environment.

Knowledge and Experience

(Essential):

• Demonstrated strong leadership/team management experience.
• Significant experience in customer service and working in a team environment.

(Desirable):

• Industry-recognised qualification in management or business administration.
• Experience in the construction/building industry.
• Experience working with a database system.

Additional Requirements:

• Adhere to company procedures and maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility to work outside of standard hours when necessary.
• Sound knowledge of the company's services.
• Active participation in improving working practices.
• Willingness to undertake necessary training.
• Satisfactory DBS check.

Benefits:

• 20 days paid holiday per year + Bank holidays
• Pension scheme

To apply, please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.

Candidates with titles such as Project Operations Coordinator, Project Supervisor, Project Administration, Project Assistant, Project Administrator, Project Controller, Team Coordinator, Project Associate, Project Support, Project Administration, Project Support Coordinator may also be considered.

Job Title: Project Administration Team Leader

Location: Stevenage, SG1 4QX

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

Guide the Project Administration Team by delegating tasks, monitoring progress, fostering a positive environment, and acting as a liaison. You'll oversee various team roles, provide administrative support for building repair projects, and ensure proactive job pro.

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Seven Bespoke Joinery,  part of the 7formation family, have an exciting opportunity to join us as an Apprentice CAD and Project Assistant  based in Corby. 

Salary: Competitive Apprentice Salary + Full Training Provided
Hours: Full time

We are a specialist joinery company dedicated to producing high-quality fire doors for commercial and domestic projects. Our focus is on precision, safety, and compliance, ensuring every door we manufacture meets strict fire safety standards.

The Apprentice CAD and Project Assistant role:

Are you looking for a hands-on apprenticeship where you can develop a wide range of skills across design, production, procurement, and administration? You’ll be learning directly from the Managing Director and General Manager - gaining real-world skills you can use for life.

This is a fantastic chance to start your career with a growing company where no two days are the same. We’ll train you in everything from using industry software and preparing projects for production to ordering materials and helping run the workshop.

What You’ll Learn & Do as our Apprentice CAD and Project Assistant

Polyboard Software & CNC Preparation:

• Learn to use Polyboard to take projects from plans to production.
• Work with the MD to prepare projects for CNC cutting.

MaterialsTake-Off & Procurement:

• Assist with take-off of materials for projects.
• Source, negotiate, and order materials using COINS Construction Cloud (full training provided).
• Set up all projects on COINS.

Quotations & Client Communication:

• Prepare quotations and send them to clients.
• Set up new suppliers and explore new options to improve cost efficiency.

Administration & Organisation:

• Maintain workshop and van maintenance logs.
• Monitor and order workshop consumables as required.
• Collect and process staff timesheets.
• Handle incoming calls.

Fire Door Manufacturing Administration:

• Learn all admin processes from quotations through to issuing delivery notes.

Professional Development:

• Shadow the MD and GM to gain experience in all aspects of the business.
• Receive AutoCAD training when required.

What we are looking for in our Apprentice CAD and Project Assistant:

• A keen learner with strong attention to detail.
• Good organisational skills and willingness to take initiative.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Interest in design, manufacturing, or construction is a bonus.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office) – full training provided on all software.

What You’ll Get:

• Full training and one-to-one mentoring.
• A real chance to grow into a key part of the business.
• Learn practical, career-boosting skills (software, admin, project management).
• Be part of a friendly, supportive team that wants you to succeed.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in manufacturing, construction, or project management while gaining valuable skills and hands-on experience.

Please click apply today - we would love to hear from you!

Apprenticeship Course
The formal course to accompany your apprenticeship is yet to be decided but will be arranged to suit the right candidate. This could be day release or evening classes - whichever works best for you and us while you learn on the job.

We are a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.

At 7formation, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively promote good practices to eliminate discrimination in all its forms by embedding fairness and transparency into every step of our recruitment process. Our approach ensures equal opportunities for candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Join us and be part of a team that values and champions diversity.

Manpower are currently seeking an interim CTI Project Assistant Manager, to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based in Seacroft, Leeds. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between 38,000 - 42,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

The Consumer Technical Insights (CTI) Team creates deep consumer understanding to guide the development of superior products and experiences. We are looking for people with a natural curiosity and desire to interrogate and connect data to help us translate what consumers want into technical action standards that our Research and Development teams can deliver against.

In this role you will be working within our area of Consumer testing which focuses on quantitative and qualitative testing.

Key Accountabilities

• Work as part of a cross-functional team and as the advocate of the consumer, support the team through translating research questions into robust CTI testing.
• Autonomously build comprehensive CI plans for multiple small to medium projects, partnering with CMI, and landing insights with impact into project teams.
• Lead the planning, co-ordination, and execution of qualitative, quantitative, and technical testing, leveraging internal capability and/or external partners as required to deliver outstanding innovations.
• Build strong and collaborative relationships with both internal and external partners.
• Understand data governance to ensure all research is managed with the upmost ethical standards, including ensuring consumer personal & sensitive personal data is always protected.
• Understand data fundamentals to facilitate working with data to clean, transform and structure as required to enable visualisation and statistical analysis.
• Analyse, interpret and report test data, as required, to a high standard and evaluate alongside human panel data, to build recommendations and next steps to support the development of superior products and stories.
• Present data in an appealing and engaging way tailored to the audience: fully detailed debrief to technical teams and senior (WL3) stakeholders as required.
• Keep up to date with new methodologies and techniques in consumer and sensory research, supporting in the implementation of these, where appropriate, ensuring best practice is applied.
• Support the CTI data and digital transformation of consumer data by working with internal partners to identify, develop and implement processes and tools for ongoing continuous improvement.
• Champion the voice of the consumer and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Unilever & Competitor products within R&D to help identify opportunities for competitive advantage.

Key Requirements

• Experience of managing consumer research programmes, preferably in an FMCG company.
• Strong interest or knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changes effectively.
• Experience of working with research agencies to brief and commission testing.
• Ability to connect difference sources of data, recognising insights and communicate them effectively to different teams.
• An interest in, or experience/ knowledge of statistics and statistical software such as Compusense, JMP or SAS is desirable.
• Summarising and presenting results in an impactful way, tailored to the audience.
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Psychology, Market Research or Statistics preferred.

Additional Information
Leeds working environment:

• There is a canteen available onsite serving hot and cold food:
• There is a Staff Shop where Contingent Workers can buy discounted products.
• Free tea and coffee on site.
• Free parking.
• R&D sites have Free Fruit, Relaxation/Energy facilities like Table Tennis.
• Uniform for factory workers.