Project Assistant: Transformation & Refurbishment

Norse Group LTD; Norwich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

NEST pension scheme

8-week sickness scheme

Job summary

Norse Care in Norwich is seeking a Project Assistant to help coordinate and plan transformation projects, primarily related to refurbishment and development. You will support cost control, reporting, and ensure health and safety compliance.

The role requires strong project coordination, effective stakeholder liaison, and excellent written and verbal communication. A driving licence and experience with procurement and suppliers are desirable.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable project management skills and experience.
• Experience in procurement activities and liaising with suppliers.
• Excellent communication and numeracy skills.
• Working knowledge of building safety requirements, statutory compliance and facilities management practices.
• Competent in using D365 and Access would be desirable.
• Experience in the care sector is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting in the development and delivery of the transition programme in relation to new and increased private residential and enhanced care provision.
• Assisting the facilities manager in the planning, coordination and successful delivery of ongoing maintenance projects. Including the programming and management of on-site works.
• Liaising with contractors, surveyors and other professionals to ensure all aspects of projects are appropriately coordinated, monitored and delivered to required standards and timescales.
• Coordinate with internal company services such as, Marketing and Interior Design to support the planning and delivery of projects.
• Identify procurement gaps or shortfalls and initiate the necessary steps to ensure project requirements are met.

Skills

Project management

Procurement

Stakeholder coordination

Communication skills

Numeracy

D365/Access knowledge

Driving licence

Care sector knowledge

Tools

D365

Access

Job description

Norse Care in Norwich is seeking a Project Assistant to help coordinate and plan transformation projects, primarily related to refurbishment and development. You will support cost control, reporting, and ensure health and safety compliance.

The role requires strong project coordination, effective stakeholder liaison, and excellent written and verbal communication. A driving licence and experience with procurement and suppliers are desirable.