Project Support Administrator

Salary: £28000.00 - £30000.00 per annum

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Construction White Collar and Freelance
Permanent

Project Support Administrator
Salary £38,000 – £30,000
Location: Gateshead

An established and growing building services and facilities management contractor is currently seeking a Project Support Administrator to join their head office team.

This is a key support role providing administrative assistance across project delivery and facilities management functions, including helpdesk coordination and documentation control. The position would suit an organised and detail-focused individual with experience in project or FM administration.

The Role
Working closely with project managers, engineers, and the wider support team, the Project Support Administrator will play a central role in ensuring projects are supported efficiently from an administrative and documentation perspective.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day administrative support to the project delivery team
Manage and coordinate helpdesk activities, including logging and tracking jobs
Prepare, compile, and maintain O&M manuals and project documentation
Assist with project setup, documentation control, and close-out processes
Liaise with engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, and filing systems
Support compliance and quality processes where required
Assist with general office and project administration tasks

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience in a project support, helpdesk, or administrative role within construction, building services, or facilities management
Strong organisational and time-management skills
High attention to detail, particularly with documentation and reporting
Confident user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proactive, reliable, and able to work as part of a team

What’s on Offer