Entry Level Co-ordinator

CV-Library • Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire • 29min ago

Our client, a well-established organisation based in Gerrards Cross, is seeking a Project Co-Ordinator to join them on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an office-based position working 40 hours per week.

The role will support the Senior Project Co-Ordinator with the day-to-day organisation of ongoing projects, including labour and material allocation, supplier liaison, project documentation and general administration. You will also provide cover during periods of annual leave.

Offering a salary of £26,500–£28,000 per annum, this opportunity would suit a motivated and highly organised individual with strong communication skills and good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Full on-the-job training will be provided.

Key Duties:

Coordinating the daily and weekly allocation of labour and materials across ongoing projects.
Supporting supplier negotiations by reviewing historical sales information and inventory records to help secure suitable quality and competitive pricing.
Liaising with suppliers by telephone and email, developing effective working relationships and confirming that materials will arrive on site as scheduled.
Acting as the first point of contact for incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages and directing them to the appropriate person.
Preparing and interpreting risk assessments and method statements at the beginning of projects.
Compiling operation and maintenance manuals following the completion of projects.
Organising purchase orders and ensuring completed documentation is filed against the correct project.
Maintaining accurate project and materials databases using Microsoft Excel.
Preparing daily job allocation communications and sending individual work instructions to members of the workforce by text message.
Coordinating stocktakes both on site and at the organisation’s storage facility.
Carrying out photocopying, filing and scanning, alongside providing wider administrative support across the organisation.
Supporting the Senior Project Co-Ordinator and covering their responsibilities during annual leave.

Key skills and experience:

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively at all levels.
Excellent telephone manner and the ability to handle calls and messages professionally.
Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple project requirements.
A self-motivated and enthusiastic approach.
The ability to maintain accurate records and manage administrative documentation effectively.