Property Project Coordinator

Dove & Hawk, incorporated; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dove & Hawk Property Recruitment in Reading is seeking a proactive Build to Rent Project Coordinator for a 3–6 month temporary basis. You will oversee planning, mobilization and delivery of multiple BTR projects, coordinating with operations, residents teams, contractors and developers to meet timelines and safety standards.

The role requires strong organisation, excellent communication, and the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Experience in Project Coordination or Management within Build to Rent or residential property.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of multiple projects across the BTR portfolio.
• Maintain plans, timelines, risk registers and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor progress, deadlines and resolve delivery issues.
• Coordinate operations and resident services teams to ensure projects are delivered.
• Oversee pre-opening activities ensuring operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance, health and safety requirements ahead of opening.
• Prepare project dashboards and reports for senior leadership.
• Track KPIs and highlight risks or opportunities for improvement.

Skills

BTR experience

Residential property

Construction

Facilities management

Stakeholder management

MS Office

MS Project

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Build to Rent Project Coordinator (Temporary Basis), 3 to 6 Month Contract – Reading – £25 per hour

Duration: Temporary employment via our agency for 3 to 6 months, with potential for permanent employment upon successful completion of the contract

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm

Start: ASAP – ideally within the next couple of weeks

My client, a prestigious global property firm, is seeking an experienced and highly organised Project Coordinator to oversee multiple projects across its Build to Rent (BTR) portfolio.

The successful candidate will coordinate the planning and delivery of projects, working closely with operations and resident services teams, contractors, developers and wider stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard. Responsibilities will include pre-project planning and mobilisation, ensuring operational, compliance and health and safety requirements are met ahead of opening, monitoring timelines and progress, managing risks and providing updates to senior stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Project Coordinator / Project Manager with experience in residential property, Build to Rent, construction or facilities management, who is confident managing multiple projects and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of multiple projects across the BTR portfolio.
• Maintain project plans, timelines, risk registers and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor progress, manage deadlines and resolve issues affecting delivery.
• Coordinate operations and resident services teams to ensure projects are delivered effectively.
• Oversee pre-opening activities, ensuring developments are operationally ready.
• Ensure compliance, health and safety and operational requirements are met ahead of opening.
• Work with internal teams and external partners to support project mobilisation.
• Build strong relationships with investors, developers, asset managers, contractors and internal teams.
• Chair project meetings, manage actions and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Act as the key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations and industry best practice.
• Manage project risks, mitigation plans, site-based RAMS and permit processes.
• Support health and safety throughout project delivery.
• Prepare project dashboards, reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Track project KPIs, monitor performance and highlight risks or opportunities for improvement.

Skills and Experience Required

• Project Coordination or Project Management experience within BTR, residential property, construction, real estate or facilities management.
• Experienced in managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicating with and managing a wide range of stakeholders.
• Able to work independently, take ownership and deliver to deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with experience using Microsoft Project or similar software.

For more information, please contact Megan on the Business Support team at Dove & Hawk Property Recruitment.