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Project Coordinator

Polaris Community

Bromsgrove

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to join their growing team. This exciting role involves leading various impactful projects aimed at transforming children's lives through education. You will work closely with experienced professionals, managing timelines, budgets, and communications to ensure project success. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity offers the chance to shape the future of specialist education while enjoying a supportive and innovative workplace.

Benefits

30 days' Annual Leave

Company Pension Scheme

Life Insurance x 2

Employee Discount Scheme

On-Site Free Parking

Qualifications

Strong project coordination skills in property or construction.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Experience managing multiple tasks and teams.

Responsibilities

Assist in sourcing and assessing potential new school sites.
Create and maintain project timelines and track budgets.
Act as the communication hub between teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Coordination

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Project Management or related field

Tools

Project Management Tools

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Our community is growing - and we need a Project Coordinator to help lead the way

Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove - with travel to sites nationwide required

Salary: Up to £24,000

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave increasing to 35 days' with length of service + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-Site Free Parking

The Polaris Community is one of the UK's largest providers of children's services-and we're growing fast. We're on the lookout for a proactive and motivated Project Coordinator to join our new Projects Team. We're deeply passionate about the schools we build and the projects we deliver-each one is an opportunity to transform the lives of children and young people. This is a unique chance to play a hands-on role in shaping the future of specialist education, working on meaningful, fast-paced projects that truly make a difference, and we need someone like you to help us bring these exciting projects to life.

If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment, possibly have a background in property, construction, or estates management, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work closely with our Head of Organic Growth and experienced Project Managers, helping to drive forward a number of high-impact projects across the country.

What You'll Be Doing

Spot Opportunities: Assist in sourcing and assessing potential new school sites-supporting viewings, managing contacts, and liaising with property agents.
Keep Projects on Track: Create and maintain project timelines, support tendering and compliance documentation, and track budgets and spend.
Drive the Details: Coordinate quotations, invoices, and purchase orders, and support the development of robust business cases.
Be the Connector: Act as the go-to communication hub between internal teams, external contractors, and stakeholders-keeping everyone aligned and moving forward.
Stay Ahead: Contribute insights on property trends, project delivery innovations, and smarter ways of working.
Be Hands-On: Attend site visits, support due diligence checks, and help ensure our new schools are built to the highest standards and future ready.

What We're Looking For

Strong project coordination skills, ideally within property, construction, or facilities-related projects.
Excellent organisational and time management abilities-nothing slips through the cracks on your watch.
Experience managing multiple tasks, teams, and deadlines with accuracy and confidence.
Confident communicator who builds relationships easily and keeps projects moving with clarity and energy.
Comfortable using project management tools, Microsoft Office, and collaborative systems.
A can-do, self-starter attitude with a genuine passion for meaningful work that creates better futures for children and young people.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a bold and ambitious growth journey with a purpose-led organisation.
Enjoy variety, autonomy, and the chance to shape new projects from the ground up.
Work alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
Develop your career in a fast-growing organisation that values innovation and initiative.

Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check (paid for by Polaris). We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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