New Project Assistant wanted

Sorry you're too late, this position has now been filled.

Glasgow, part time, flexible hours. Salary negotiable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to work in a vibrant, creative environment. The initial primary focus would be on supporting the lead project manager. Knowledge of the building industry is advantageous but not necessary. Excellent organisational and communication skills are a must.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Coordinate and communicate with sub-contractors, quantity surveyors, architects, engineers and suppliers
• Source materials, get quotes, place orders and organise deliveries
• Create and maintain building schedules and co-ordinate all involved reporting back to project manager
• Collate information for proposals and tenders 
• Act as a point of contact and assist with the smooth running of each project
• Build a database of sub-contractors and suppliers and build relationships with them
• Create weekly reports for clients and management
• Carry out administrative duties
• Update nest news, case studies, website and social media platforms

Essential skills

• Experience of working under pressure to tight deadlines and managing a high workload with conflicting priorities 
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using word processing programs and spreadsheets
• Excellent time management skills 
• Ability to present information concisely 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and manage a range of relationships
• Ability to think proactively and prioritise workloads with minimum supervision

Preferred skills

• Knowledge of project management software (training can be provided)
• Knowledge of Apple based software and Apple computers (training can be provided)
• Experience and understanding of social media communications

If you think you can fit the bill, please email your cv to us and let us know why you think you’d be great for the job hello@mynest.co.uk