Trainee Projects Administrator

CLC; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A national maintenance provider is seeking a motivated Trainee Projects Administrator to join the team in Leeds. This entry-level position offers hands-on development and a clear pathway into a Trainee Contracts Manager role. Key responsibilities include supporting Project Managers with scheduling, documentation, and communication. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a proactive attitude. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, holiday allowance, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Pension scheme and life assurance

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)

1 paid volunteer day

£2000 refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, administration, scheduling or call handling preferred.
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, retrofit or building services preferred.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Update project and client systems, trackers, and spreadsheets.
• Schedule and rebook appointments with residents or site teams.
• Support communication between residents, supervisors, and operatives.
• Produce basic reports and progress updates.
• Prepare documents such as letters, appointment confirmations, and work packs.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Customer service experience

Strong communication skills

Time-management

Attention to detail

Job description

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider with over 1,000 employees and 13 UK offices. We support clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors, delivering essential building services. As part of the Axis CLC group, backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the organisation, we offer responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment solutions nationwide.

We are looking for a motivated Trainee Projects Administrator, based from our Leeds office, to join our CLC team. This entry-level role is ideal for someone starting their career in construction or project delivery.

You’ll support Project Managers and Site Supervisors with scheduling, documentation, resident communication and project reporting, helping to keep our programmes running smoothly and efficiently.

This role offers hands‑on development and a clear pathway into a Trainee Contracts Manager role.

What You’ll Deliver

As a Trainee Projects Administrator, you will help with:

• Updating project and client systems, trackers and spreadsheets
• Scheduling and rebooking appointments with residents or site teams
• Supporting communication between residents, supervisors and operatives
• Producing basic reports and progress updates
• Preparing documents such as letters, appointment confirmations and work packs
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams
• Maintaining accurate records for planned works, retrofit projects or compliance activities
• Assisting with data entry, document control and general project administration
• Supporting quality, safety and compliance processes
• Providing general administrative support to Project Managers and Site Supervisors

About You

A Trainee Project Support requires:

• Capable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience in customer service, administration, scheduling or call handling – Preferred
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, retrofit or building services – Preferred
• Strong communication skills and confident phone manner
• Good organisation and time‑management
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn

Other Requirements

• Full UK driving licence – preferred
• DBS check required

What We Offer

• A competitive salary package
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
• 1 paid volunteer day
• £2000 refer‑a‑friend bonus after the referee passes probation
• Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long‑term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.