Trainee Projects / Operations Manager

Talent Finder; Lees; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist provider in the construction sector is seeking a Trainee Projects / Operations Manager in Oldham. This full-time role offers a clear development pathway into project management, involving hands-on exposure to planning, operations, and client liaison. Candidates should have at least a Business Administration Level 2 qualification and possess strong IT and communication skills. The position supports the delivery of projects and involves liaising with senior management and clients to ensure successful project execution.

Benefits

Clear development pathway

Hands-on exposure to operations

Full-time role with progression

Qualifications

• Minimum Business Administration Level 2 qualification.
• Previous experience in construction preferred but not essential.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of projects as part of the Contracts Management Team.
• Maintain project documentation and assist in project planning.
• Act as a first point of contact for client queries.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Proactive approach

Education

Business Administration Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Trainee Projects / Operations Manager

Oldham | Full Time, Permanent | Working hours : Monday–Thursday 8 : 00 am–5 : 00 pm, Friday 8 : 00 am–4 : 00 pm | £27,000 – 27,500 per annum

Our client is an established specialist provider in the construction and engineering sector, operating from Oldham and serving a diverse range of project needs within the industry. They are part of a group of niche companies focused on delivering technical services such as working at height solutions, height safety compliance / maintenance and lightning protection.

Reporting to the Contracts Management Team, the Trainee Projects / Operations Manager will support the delivery of projects across the business. This is a hands‑on, office‑based role in Oldham, working closely with Senior Management, the Board, and site teams, with a clear progression route into a Projects / Operations Manager position.

What's in it for you?

• Permanent, full‑time position with a clear development pathway into a Projects / Operations Manager role
• Hands‑on exposure to project planning, operations, client liaison, compliance, and commercial support
• Office‑based role in Oldham, working closely with Senior Management and delivery teams

Are you the right person for the job?

• Business Administration Level 2 (minimum) or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience in a construction or operational environment (preferred but not essential)
• Strong IT skills, with confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail
• Keen to develop a long‑term career in project and operations management

What will your role look like?

Reporting to the Contracts Management Team and working closely with Senior Management and the Board of Directors, you will support the smooth planning, execution, and administration of company projects.

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Formatting, filing, and maintaining project documentation on the company network
• Preparing complete job packs for site crews
• Supporting workforce planning and coordinating labour requirements
• Communicating with site teams to monitor progress
• Confirming site attendance with clients
• Maintaining project diaries to track deadlines and job dates

Client Liaison & Customer Satisfaction

• Acting as a first point of contact for client queries
• Building strong client relationships and coordinating communication to support smooth project delivery
• Supporting customer care initiatives, including follow‑up calls where required

Project Execution Support

• Booking site inductions, crew attendance, and travel arrangements
• Supporting site mobilisation to ensure smooth operations

Commercial, Quality & Technical Support

• Raising purchase orders in line with company policy
• Supporting job sign‑off and quality assurance processes
• Producing client job completion packs and QA documentation
• Completing inspection reports and compiling QA packs
• Ensuring all site paperwork is returned, filed, and stored correctly
• Producing CAD drawings to support quotations and job pack documentation as required

Safety, Compliance & HR Administration

• Supporting training and competence record checks
• Ensuring crews allocated to projects hold relevant, in‑date certifications
• Assisting with QA procedures throughout project processes

Collating timesheets and logging holiday requests

• Supporting HR with recruitment, performance, absence, disciplinary matters, and training bookings
• Organising D&A testing and medicals as requested

General Administration

• Managing office duties, supplies, and incoming calls / emails
• Liaising with colleagues across departments to support operational efficiency
• Maintaining accurate contract correspondence, spreadsheets, databases, and filing systems
• Undertaking additional administrative and project‑related duties as required

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