Robertson

Lifecycle Project Assistant

Job Locations UK
Job ID
2026-13238
# of Openings
1
Category
Facilities Management

Overview

People. Initiative. Pride. We see more than just service.

 

Lifecycle and Handback Project Manager 

Location: UHND Durham 

 

Working hours: 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday

 

Relationships. Results. Success. At Robertson Facilities Management, we see them our way. We’re professional enough to make every collaboration count. Driven enough to deliver the very best service to everyone we work with. Friendly enough to make sure any environment we manage is as enjoyable as it is safe. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services businesses. And as a Project Assistant , you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the partners we work with, and for a truly sustainable future.  

Your new role

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To assist the project manager & Co-ordinator with lifecycle projects from issue to completion.  To meet the demands of production, profitability, safety, quality, and to assist with the management of contractors to ensure that pre-set targets in terms of health and safety, scope, quality, and production are met. To ensure that designs and specifications are adhered to. To promote a harmonious working relationship between the project team and the client’s representatives. To ensure that our Projects are presented to the highest standards at all times.

DUTIES:

  • Work closely with the Lifecycle Project Team, Contract manager and team of engineering managers on site.
  • To assist in the development of works programmes and to monitor progress as they progress.
  • To manage and deliver all administration associated with project delivery.
  • Develop or assess Method Statements and Risk Assessments (or ensure relevant manager has) together with the Health & Safety Plan and to observe the requirement of the CDM Regulations in the status of Principal Contractor.
  • Assist in the Compilation of site folders by obtaining necessary pre-con information & construction phase plans.
  • Comply with the requirements of the company’s Quality Procedure and Manual.
  • Attend meetings as required at the site and area offices.
  • Assist in sub-contractor meetings.
  • Assist the PM in the preparation of reports for site meeting with design team and attend same.
  • Answer correspondence relative to the project as directed by your superior.
  • Report contractual risk situations to your superior.
  • Supervise the quality of the works and hand over a snag free building.
  • All other duties as assigned to effectively carry out your role.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous experience in FM industry.
  • Ability to communicate with employees and direct labour.
  • Ability to convey necessary information to sub-contractors and clients.
  • CITB SMSTS 5 day advantageous
  • Awareness of current Safety, Health & Environmental legislation, and quality standards
  • Good understanding of the construction process and awareness of the administration of construction contracts.
  • Diligent, conscientious, problem solving and supportive attitude.
  • IT literate, experience with Microsoft Projects, Excel essential.

What's in it for me

Working the Robertson Way

 

Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life. Here’s what that means…

 

We listen

Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.

 

We are professional

Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.

 

We take responsibility

Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.

 

We are determined to succeed

Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.

 

We are one team

We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.

 

What’s in it for you?

 

In addition to the competitive salary, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including private medical cover, 33 days annual leave, a great pension and valuable life assurance. What’s more, you’ll also be able to make the most of a range of brilliant extras. These include our Cycle to Work Scheme, discounts at restaurants and cinemas with a Taste Card, annual flu vaccine, and Health & Wellbeing and Life Management Support for you and your family.

 

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.

 

Apply now

 

If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you.

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