Project Administrator
Engineering / Manufacturing Industry
South Leicester LE18 1AD
£28k-£30k Salary
Office Based Role
Monday Thursday: 8am-5pm, Friday: 8am-1pm
Early Finish Fridays, 33 Days Holiday, Pension, Career Growth
Are you an experienced Project Administrator or Controller within an engineering or manufacturing company?
If you're looking for the next step in your career, this opportunity could be perfect for you!
About the Company
Our client is a well-established engineering manufacturing business seeking a Project Administrator to join their team. The ideal candidate will come from an engineering, manufacturing or electrical/mechanical services background.
Other job titles could include: Project Coordinator, Project Admin, Engineering Administrator, Project Planner, Document Controller, Contracts Administrator
Role & Responsibilities: Project Administrator
- Collaborate with internal departments (Project Managers, Design Engineers, Electrical Engineers, R&D, and Production Manager).
- Coordinate installation and wiring/commissioning teams using Microsoft Project.
- Arrange and oversee support services (e.g. transportation, hire equipment).
- Monitor the administrative & financial status of projects.
- Place purchase orders for transportation, installation teams, and hire equipment.
- Process invoices for payments, authorised by Project Managers.
- Collect and upload commissioning documentation from installation teams.
- Occasionally source parts for projects and visit sites for collections.
- Liaising with customers
- Track the financial performance of contracts, providing insights for future projects.
Candidate Requirements - Project Administrator:
- Experience in an engineering or industrial product manufacturing business
- Strong communication skills (interacting with customers and site operatives).
- Experience in creating invoices for external customers.
- Ability to commute to LE18 daily and hold a UK driving license.
- Understanding of technical drawings (CAD, wiring loom drawings, schematics).
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office applications).
- Well-organised with strong administration skills.
Salary & Benefits
- Starting Salary: £28k-£30k
- Starting salary depends on experience
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Company Pension Scheme
- 39-hour working week
- Monday Thursday: 8am-5pm, Friday: Early Finish at 1pm
- Career Growth: Long-term potential to develop into a Project Manager
Interested? To apply for this Project Administrator position, here are your two options:
1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call 0116 2545411 now and lets discuss your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore between 7.30am - 4.30pm
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know
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Project Manager
Engineering Installation Projects
South Leicester LE18 2FL
Permanent Role
Up To £43k Per Annum
Day Shifts Mon-Fri
Early Finish Friday, Company Car
Do you have experience or project management installation within the engineering, manufacturing or construction industry? If so, please read on
Our established Engineering Manufacturing client for over 30 years has been a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of specialist industrial engineering equipment across the UK, with an impressive list of clients including blue chip and central government.
They are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager from an engineering, sheet metal, shop-fitting, M&E or HVAC installation background to join their team based in South Leicester.
Suitable job titles could include Project Coordinator, Project Engineer, Contract Engineer, Contract Manager or Installation Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities of the Project Manager:
- To manage multiple projects from order stage to final completion, including final payment, before handover to the after-sales department.
- Managing between 3-10 projects at varying stages ranging in value of up to £1m
- Responsible for management of all site activities incorporating Health & Safety
- Liaising with all internal departments to manage all elements of the contract
- Liaising with the customer and their agents on all elements of the contract
- Arranging and coordinating installation teams and wiring/commissioning teams
- Arranging and coordinating support services required during the contract; such as transportation and hire equipment.
- Arranging and managing wiring & commissioning teams and all necessary support services required during the wiring & commissioning phase
- Visiting sites all around the UK to progress contracts and troubleshoot problems
- Acting as quality agent/inspector for the site works and supporting documentation
- Collating financial performance of contracts and providing feedback for future contracts
Key Skills / Experience Required - Project Manager
- Experience managing installation projects within the engineering or construction industry, such as machine installation, sheet metal fabrication, or M&E.
- Preferably qualified in an engineering, manufacturing mechanical electrical or HVAC discipline
- Proven experience managing external teams and contractors on-site
- Good communication skills with a range of individuals; Customers, clients, site operatives and engineers
- Well organised with very good administration discipline
- Understanding of technical drawings including CAD/Schematics/Architectural Drawings
- Must hold a full UK driving licence
- Computer literate in MS applications
- Health and safety qualification or accreditation (desirable)
The Package - Project Manager:
- Starting salary £38k-£43k per annum
- Salary is dependent on experience
- Company Car
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays
- Company Pension Scheme
Interested? To apply for this Project Manager position, here are your two options:
- "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and lets talk through your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore 0116 254 5411 between 7.30am - 4.30pm.....Read more...
To learn and be able to use handheld tools and machinery becoming more advanced
To learn how to read drawings and work from them
To attend college / relevant courses on all required days
To assist manufacturing and construction of components for bespoke joinery and cabinetry
To play close attention to the learning provided (both in the workplace and at college) and apply those skills
To support joiners and other members of the team in completing products (team working)
To assist in general workshop duties
To work in accordance with the foreman or designated management representative
To work in accordance with work instructions and/or target productivity hours to complete items to a high - quality standard
To adhere to health and safety legal requirements, regulations and policies working in a safe manner for yourself and others
To maintain compliance to all company policies and guidelines
Training:
Furniture Manufacturer Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
You will attend Freemen's Park Campus College for 3 days every 2 weeks
Training Outcome:
To become a qualified bench joiner and utilise the skills for career progression
Employer Description:Timbateq is a leading bespoke and specialist joinery manufacturer.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Positive approach to work,Good listening skills,Time keeping skills....Read more...
