Project Administrator

KF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Project Administrator to provide administrative and coordination support for various projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, at least 8 years of project administration experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. This pivotal role demands proficiency in MS Office and project management software to ensure timely project execution and compliance with guidelines.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in project administration or coordination.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Knowledge of procurement and vendor management processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling project activities.
• Maintain project documentation reports and records.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

About the Client

Our client is a leading contracting organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi delivering large-scale civil and infrastructure projects across the UAE. Operating under a global holding structure the company is recognized for its financial discipline transparency and strong project governance.

Role Overview

The Project Administrator is responsible for providing administrative and coordination support for projects ensuring timely execution documentation and compliance with organizational standards. This role requires an organized professional who can utilize digital tools to improve project coordination ensure timely delivery and maintain accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling project activities.
• Maintain project documentation reports and records.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for project deliverables.
• Track project progress and update stakeholders regularly.
• Handle administrative tasks such as meeting arrangements travel coordination and procurement support.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and project guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 8 years of experience in project administration or coordination.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management software.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• Knowledge of procurement and vendor management processes.

Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates and will refer candidates without regard to race color religion national origin sex age disability veteran status or any other legally protected basis.

Required Experience

Unclear Seniority