Project Administrator - Durham - Permanent

Office Angels

  • Durham
  • £27,000-30,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Fantastic Opportunity for an Experienced Project Administrator!Are you an experienced Project Administrator looking for your next big opportunity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy juggling day-to-day tasks, and stay calm under pressure? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!We are partnering with a well-established business to recruit a proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused Administrator to join their friendly and dynamic team at a modern office in Durham.We are keen to speak to candidates who have experience in construction, engineering, or other technical project environments. If you enjoy variety, take a proactive approach to challenges, and keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you!The team you will be working with are a friendly, down-to-earth team who value fairness and collaboration. You'll be the go-to person in the office for support-working closely with directors and the wider business-and receive plenty of support yourself to thrive in the role.Position Details:
  • Contract Type: Permanent, office based
  • Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
  • Working Hours:
  • o Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM
  • o Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • o 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day
  • Location: Durham (driving required due to limited public transport)
  • Start Date: ASAP, dependent on notice period
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide efficient administrative support to a busy projects team
  • Maintain well-organised project files and accurate record-keeping
  • Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and management to coordinate confidential project details
  • Handle calls, correspondence, and general office tasks professionally
  • Data entry, holiday request management, and record updates
  • Manage purchase orders, delivery tracking, and supplier communications
  • Keep schedules and records up to date, including plant hire and equipment servicing
  • Support directors with project planning, progress tracking, and reporting
  • Act as first point of contact for site staff, assisting with onboarding and safety inductions
  • Maintain CRM systems and project databases
Candidate Requirements:
  • Proven experience in construction, engineering, or technical project administration
  • Previous experience in project administration, hire desk operations, document control, or similar
  • Flexible, team-focused attitude with initiative
  • Strong IT skills, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits:
  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays and Christmas/New Year closure
  • Free onsite parking
  • Supportive, friendly team environment
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health benefits, retail and lifestyle discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, generous pension plan, death in service cover, modern facilities, company awards, and team-building events
Ready to Join the Team?
Apply now and take the next exciting step in your career! This is your chance to bring your skills to a growing business that truly values its people.Please note: due to a high volume of applications, individual feedback may not be possible.
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