Trainee Project manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking a Freelance Trainee Project Manager to support delivery from planning through completion. This is an excellent entry path for starting a PM career, offering hands-on experience and guidance from experienced professionals.

You will learn by doing, take on small projects, help with planning, tracking and client communication, and gradually assume ownership as you develop confidence and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; entry path for a PM career.
• Looking for the right attitude, strong organisational skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Ambition to develop practical project delivery experience with guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with project planning, schedules and timelines.
• Coordinating tasks and following up on project actions.
• Communicating with clients, contractors and internal team members.
• Maintaining project documentation and progress reports.
• Monitoring deadlines, deliverables and project milestones.
• Helping identify and escalate potential issues or delays.
• Attending project meetings and taking clear action notes.
• Supporting the Project Manager with day-to-day project administration.
• Helping ensure projects are delivered on time and to the required standard.
• Gradually taking ownership of smaller projects and workstreams as experience develops.

Skills

Right attitude

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Reference: Brighton_1791215958
Posted: October 5, 2026

Location: Shoreham
Contract: Freelance
Experience: Trainee

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and organised Trainee Project Manager to join us on a freelance basis and gain hands‑on experience supporting the delivery of projects from initial planning through to completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in project management, develop practical experience, and work alongside experienced professionals across a range of projects.

You don't need years of project management experience. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, strong organisational skills, and a willingness to learn.

The Role

As a Freelance Trainee Project Manager, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of projects, working closely with clients, team members and other stakeholders.

Your responsibilities may include:

Assisting with project planning, schedules and timelines.

Coordinating tasks and following up on project actions.

Communicating with clients, contractors and internal team members.

Maintaining project documentation and progress reports.

Monitoring deadlines, deliverables and project milestones.

Helping identify and escalation potential issues or delays.

Attending project meetings and taking clear action notes.

Supporting the Project Manager with day-to-day project administration.

Helping ensure projects are delivered on time and to the required standard.

Gradually taking ownership of smaller projects and workstreams as your experience develops.