Project Assistant

EQUANS is looking for a Project Assistant to to join our highly successful Projects business unit primarily supporting M&E projects fit out projects to be based at our head office in Waterloo. This is a full-time role. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• To provide support in the planning, execution, monitoring and control of projects within the PMO Portfolio: tracking project progress, assisting in budget preparation, monitoring work plan execution, writing project related reports and other documentation and co-ordinating project meetings.
• Contribute towards the development and scoping of projects.
• Track the progress of projects using appropriate project management tools and techniques.
• Help prepare budget proposals, assist in managing and monitoring budget expenditure/variations and provide interim status reports of all projects.
• Assist in the collection, compilation and analysis of data relative to the programme.
• Provide assistance in the maintenance of financial records on the utilisation of funds under all projects.
• Assist in the procurement of goods and services.
• Provide support in developing monitoring and evaluation reports and studies which will identify very early, slippages and reasons for same.
• Assist in writing reports and other project related documentation.

What can we offer you?

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

• Previous experience in delivering high quality administrative or project co-ordination services, ideally within an FM, construction, consultancy or project management environment is desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisational and financial tracking skills
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint
• Familiarity with Maximo and SAP systems is an advantage
• Must be willing to obtain government security clearance 

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network. 

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.