Project Controller - Furniture Installation

Sayjo Recruitment Ltd is acting on behalf of a client to recruit a

Project Controller

Reporting to: Senior Project Manager

Our client is a Furniture manufacturer, supplying furniture to hospitals, care homes and senior living accommodation across the UK. Not only do they design and manufacture, but the install at customer site. This can include bespoke furniture, made to measure and suit all needs.

The Role

We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our Projects team as a Project Controller.

Working alongside our Senior Project Manager, you will help coordinate the delivery and installation of furniture across a variety of projects, ensuring arrangements are communicated clearly and everything runs as smoothly as possible.

This is a busy and varied role, suited to someone who enjoys organising, communicating with people and working as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordinating furniture deliveries and installations across the UK.

• Liaise with customers to arrange delivery dates, confirm site requirements and provide updates.

• Work closely with internal departments, including Transport, Production and Client Operations, to ensure projects are progressing as planned.

• Coordinate installation teams and subcontractors, ensuring they have the information required for each project.

• Maintain project schedules, trackers and relevant documentation.

• Monitor outstanding deliveries, installation issues and remedial works, following up with the relevant teams.

• Support the Senior Project Manager with the day-to-day administration and coordination of projects.

• Help identify potential problems and communicate these promptly to ensure solutions can be found.

About You

We are looking for someone who is well organised, approachable and enjoys taking responsibility for their work.

Essential Skills

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Confident and professional communication, both written and verbal.

• Ability to manage several tasks and changing priorities.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.

• A positive, practical approach to problem-solving.

• Willingness to learn and work collaboratively with colleagues.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience in project administration, coordination, logistics, customer service or a similar role would be beneficial.

Experience within furniture manufacturing, construction or interiors would be an advantage, but is not essential.

What We Offer

The opportunity to join an established British furniture manufacturer and play an important role within our Projects team.

You will gain experience across a variety of projects, work closely with different departments and have the opportunity to develop your skills and responsibilities as you grow within the business.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, enthusiastic and takes pride in helping deliver a great service to our customers.

• Salary £35-£40k per annum, dependant on experience

• 32 holiday days inclusive of Bank Holidays

• Pension scheme

• Sick pay

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Company events

• Green Car Benefit

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Retailer discounts

• Staff lottery

• Free car park

It is a requirement in this sector to carry out an advanced DBS check.

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply with an up-to-date CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail