Trainee Project Administrator

Axis CLC; Little Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A national maintenance provider in the UK is seeking a motivated Trainee Projects Administrator for their Leeds office. This entry-level role involves supporting Project Managers and Site Supervisors with documentation, scheduling, and client communication, ensuring that projects run smoothly. Ideal for someone interested in starting a career in construction or project management. The position offers development opportunities towards a Trainee Contracts Manager role and comes with a competitive salary and benefits including holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Pension scheme and life assurance

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + 1 paid volunteer day

Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)

£2000 refer-a-friend bonus after probation

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, administration, scheduling or call handling is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, retrofit or building services is preferred.
• Proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and Site Supervisors with scheduling and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records for planned works and projects.
• Provide general administrative support to Project Managers.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Customer service

Strong communication skills

Organisation and time-management

Attention to detail

Job description

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider with over 1,000 employees and 13 UK offices. We support clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors, delivering essential building services. As part of the Axis CLC group, backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the organisation, we offer responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment solutions nationwide.

We are looking for a motivated Trainee Projects Administrator, based from our Leeds office, to join our CLC team. This entry-level role is ideal for someone starting their career in construction or project delivery.

You’ll support Project Managers and Site Supervisors with scheduling, documentation, resident communication and project reporting, helping to keep our programmes running smoothly and efficiently.

This role offers hands‑on development and a clear pathway into a Trainee Contracts Manager role.

What You’ll Deliver

As a Trainee Projects Administrator, you will help with :

• Updating project and client systems, trackers and spreadsheets
• Scheduling and rebooking appointments with residents or site teams
• Supporting communication between residents, supervisors and operatives
• Producing basic reports and progress updates
• Preparing documents such as letters, appointment confirmations and work packs
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams
• Maintaining accurate records for planned works, retrofit projects or compliance activities
• Assisting with data entry, document control and general project administration
• Supporting quality, safety and compliance processes
• Providing general administrative support to Project Managers and Site Supervisors

About You

A Trainee Project Support requires :

• Capable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience in customer service, administration, scheduling or call handling - Preferred
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, retrofit or building services - Preferred
• Strong communication skills and confident phone manner
• Good organisation and time-management
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn

Other Requirements

• Full UK driving licence - preferred
• DBS check required

What We Offer

• A competitive salary package
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + 1 paid volunteer day
• Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
• £2000 refer‑a‑friend bonus after the referee passes probation

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long‑term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know