Projects Assistant

We are looking for a proactive and organised Projects Assistant to join our Capital and Planned Investment Team on a fixed-term secondment.

This team plays a vital role in delivering capital investment and retrofit programmes across our housing stock, including major improvement works and grant-funded construction projects. Our work supports decarbonisation goals and ensures compliance with industry standards.

As Projects Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and operational support, helping to deliver high-quality, customer-focused projects that make a real difference to people's homes and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day contract and project administration support
• Assist with pre-construction and procurement activities
• Support monitoring of contractor performance and KPIs
• Work closely with Project Officers and Technical Inspectors
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records
• Support financial monitoring and reporting activities
• Liaise with contractors, customers, and internal stakeholders
• Provide general administrative support to managers and the wider team

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment. You will have a keen interest in construction, property, or retrofit programmes, alongside confidence in communication and strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate knowledge of building maintenance or construction processes, an awareness of health and safety, procurement, and retrofit standards, and experience working with data and financial information. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, are essential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of impactful retrofit and decarbonisation programmes
• Gain experience in capital projects and construction delivery
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment
• Contribute to delivering better homes and services for customers

Additional Information

This is a fixed-term secondment until 31 March 2027, to cover other secondments within the team. There is a possibility that the role may be made permanent.

The role is worked between Monday and Friday, with hybrid working available. You will have full access to all the benefits and perks of working at NCHA.

Interviews will be held on 15th June in our Clifton offices.