The Role
As Project Coordinator, you'll support the Project Management team (Senior Project Manager and Project Managers) on projects across the UK. You'll work closely with the Project Managers through the full project life cycle on several projects at once, making sure work meets high standards and deadlines are hit.
Key Responsibilities
Tracking each project and its status, from pre-construction through to completion
Keeping project programmes up to date so delivery dates are met
Arranging and supporting site meetings, and writing detailed minutes
Sending out documents on time, including purchase orders, programmes and minutes
Managing project information such as minutes, programmes, cost reports and H&S documents
Attending site visits and making sure projects are delivered to a high standard
Helping with cost reporting, including project reports, cost reports and final accounts
Handling project admin and ad hoc requests
Producing weekly client reports as needed
Talking with contractors, suppliers, clients, legal teams, landlords and consultants about project actions
Building tender lists with the Project Managers
Managing and improving the aftercare and handover process across all projects
Supporting on-site activity, including chasing contractors on costs and snagging
Learning costs and rates so you can negotiate contracts and schedules of works for M&E and FF&E
Learning compliance and legislation so the business and client teams always meet high safety standards and local authority and building control requirements
About You
A proven track record supporting the project management lifecycle on retail, hospitality and leisure interior fit-outs across the UK
Experience of contractor-side or client-side contracts and project management in retail, leisure or hospitality
A good understanding of construction safety requirements and H&S legislation
Very organised and thorough
A strong work ethic and a self-starter who likes solving problems
A clear, responsive communicator who can act quickly
Quick to learn, understand project requirements and build construction knowledge
Able to build trust and strong client relationships
A real passion for the industry and keen to grow your professional and technical skills
Clean UK driving licence