Assistant Project Coordinator

Lord Search & Selection; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy based in Manchester is looking for an Assistant Project Coordinator to support project and resource management efforts. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates and offers a chance to work within a collaborative team focused on sustainability and innovative design. Responsibilities include coordinating project operations, maintaining records, and assisting with client communications. The firm offers a supportive culture and growth opportunities in the field.

Benefits

24 days holiday, rising to 30 with service

Paid professional membership annually

Access to company fleet vehicles

Cycle to Work and Technology schemes

Workplace pension scheme

Discount at local leisure centre

Free annual eye tests

Supportive, friendly office culture

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Business Studies, Project Management, or a related field.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the successful delivery of live projects by coordinating resources, tasks, and communications.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure all updates are captured clearly.
• Liaise with clients, helping to schedule meetings and organize site visits.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving attitude

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Business Studies, Project Management, or related field

Job description

Our client is a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy based in Manchester delivering specialist services in ecology, arboriculture, landscape architecture, and green infrastructure, are hiring for a Assistant Project Coordinator to come onboard. With a strong focus on biodiversity net gain, sustainable urban design, and innovative landscape planning, they work across a wide portfolio of development and infrastructure projects nationwide.

This is an ideal role for a recent graduate looking to build a career in project and resource management within a collaborative, environmentally-driven business.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth operations across client communications, proposal coordination, scheduling, and financial tracking. You will be joining a sociable, growing team that values continuous learning, attention to detail, and a passion for environmental impact.

Project coordinator Job Overview

• Support the successful delivery of live projects by coordinating resources, tasks, and communications across internal teams
• Maintain accurate project records and CRM logs, ensuring all updates are captured clearly and promptly
• Assist with the preparation of fee proposals and appointment documents under the direction of senior colleagues
• Liaise with clients via email and telephone, helping to schedule meetings, organise site visits, and ensure smooth project progression
• Help monitor financials by tracking budgets, purchase orders, and internal project milestones
• Attend and minute internal meetings, ensuring follow-up actions are logged and completed
• Play an active role in improving internal project workflows and cross-team coordination

Project coordinator Job Requirements

• Degree qualified in Business Studies, Project Management, or a related field (essential)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks across several projects simultaneously
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Confident working with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• A positive, proactive attitude to solving problems and supporting the wider team
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Interest in sustainability, working in an environmental consultancy, and multi-disciplinary design work

Project coordinator Salary & Benefits

• Salary circa 25,000
• 24 days holiday, rising to 30 with service
• Hybrid working model, with flexibility dependent on project needs
• Paid professional membership (1 annually)
• Access to company fleet vehicles
• Cycle to Work and Technology schemes
• Workplace pension scheme
• Discount at local leisure centre
• Free annual eye tests
• Supportive, friendly office culture focused on long-term career progression

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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