At a Glance
- Tasks: Support project delivery by monitoring budgets, schedules, and documentation.
- Company: Join Wood, a global leader in engineering and consultancy.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, part-time options, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on projects that tackle critical global challenges.
- Qualifications: A-levels or equivalent, strong communication, and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Wood is looking for a Project Assistant to join our growing Project Management team. In the role, you will support the Project Manager and Technical Lead to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget. Our projects are typically multidisciplinary technical projects of an environmental or engineering nature in the built environment and sustainable infrastructure sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Budget monitoring, forecasting and reporting
- Preparing, requesting, checking and issuing client invoices
- Monitoring and updating project schedules and progress against milestones
- Preparing health and safety information for site visits and seeking necessary approvals
- Scheduling meetings and taking minutes
- Developing project management documentation including Project Execution Plans, risk registers and Quality Plans and ensuring they are kept live for the duration of projects
- Information management activities
- Administration of supplier contracts
- Supporting bids for new work
The successful candidate will take a general interest in the nature of the work and understand how their contributions relate to the overall intent and successful delivery of the project.
Qualifications
Skills
- Proactive and enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude who is helpful and takes pride in their work
- Self-motivated individual able to use their own initiative to find the answers to questions posed. Once trained they will be expected to take ownership of regular project activities and deliver their inputs on time and to a high quality standard, without prompting from the Project Manager
- An excellent communicator both orally and in writing – especially using the phone. Communication will be with both internal staff and clients
- Organised and have exceptional time management skills. The role will involve working on multiple projects simultaneously, with different customers and multiple deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (knowledge of pivot tables is essential). Experience of Microsoft Project would be advantageous
Qualifications and Experience
- Essential: A-levels or equivalent including maths
- Desirable: Any project management qualifications eg APM Project Fundamentals or Project Controls
- Previous experience working in a Project Environment
This is a family friendly role – part time working and flexible hours can be agreed.
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people.
Project Assistant employer: Wood
Wood is an exceptional employer that champions diversity and fosters a supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for aspiring legal professionals. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from competitive salaries, flexible benefits, and opportunities for growth in the dynamic energy sector. The hybrid work model in vibrant locations like Aberdeen or Reading further enhances work-life balance, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally.
