Project Officer & Estates Building Works

Manpower UK Limited; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing company is seeking a Project Officer - Estates & Building Works in Cardiff. This role involves coordinating small to medium building projects in a healthcare setting, ensuring timely and safe delivery. The ideal candidate should possess HNC/HND or equivalent, practical project management experience, and knowledge of construction regulations. The role offers hands-on experience with diverse projects that positively impact the healthcare estate.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in commercial estates or construction projects.
• Track record of managing small works projects.
• Knowledge of NEC/JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day project tasks with design and estates teams.
• Update and maintain drawings and building information.
• Assist with building surveys and cost reviews.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

IT skills

Knowledge of building regulations

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in estates, construction, or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Project Officer - Estates & Building Works
Location: Cardiff
Contract: Fixed Term Contract

About the Role

We're looking for a hands-on Building Project Coordinator to support small to medium building and refurbishment projects across a large healthcare estate in Cardiff. This role is a mix of office-based work and time on site, helping ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the right standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day project tasks with the design and estates teams.
• Update and maintain drawings and building information (AutoCAD experience helpful).
• Assist with building surveys, condition checks, and cost reviews.
• Help ensure compliance with building standards, regulations, and CDM/Health & Safety requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors and other teams, including mechanical, electrical, IT, telecoms, and fire.
• Support planning for small works and general project administration.

What We're Looking For

• HNC/HND or equivalent in an estates, construction, or related discipline.
• Practical experience in commercial estates or construction projects (public sector experience desirable).
• Track record of managing small works projects from start to finish.
• Knowledge of building regulations, standards, and NEC/JCT contracts.
• Strong project management, IT, and communication skills.

Why Join

This is a practical, hands-on role with a variety of projects, offering the opportunity to make a real difference across a busy healthcare estate.