Project Coordinator

OCU; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU is seeking a Project Coordinator to support our Residential team in Leeds. The role involves managing schedules, optimizing resource use, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong administrative skills and a commitment to making a positive impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scheduling, coordination, or administrative roles.
• Strong geographical knowledge with experience scheduling field visits.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain schedules for employees and resources.
• Serve as the primary contact for scheduling inquiries and changes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and UK labour regulations.

Skills

Scheduling

Coordination

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Geographical Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling Software

Job description

OCU Group is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our Residential team in Leeds.

The role's primary purpose is to support our engineers by managing and optimizing schedules, ensuring the efficient use of resources, and maintaining smooth departmental operations. This position is ideal for individuals with strong administrative and interpersonal skills who want to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and maintain schedules for employees, contractors, or resources to meet operational demands.
2. Serve as the primary contact for scheduling inquiries, changes, and conflict resolution.
3. Communicate schedule updates promptly to relevant stakeholders.
4. Ensure customer SLAs are met by optimizing resource use and planning work efficiently.
5. Meet deadlines while upholding high standards.
6. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and UK labour regulations, including working time directives.
7. Monitor and address last-minute changes or emergencies to minimize disruption.
8. Utilize scheduling software or tools to optimize resource allocation.
9. Generate and maintain accurate records and reports related to scheduling.
10. Collaborate with team leaders and managers to forecast staffing needs and plan resources.

Skills and Experience

1. Proven experience in scheduling, coordination, or administrative roles.
2. Strong geographical knowledge with experience scheduling field visits across Yorkshire and East Midlands areas.
3. Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
4. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
5. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and scheduling software.
7. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
8. Knowledge and experience in the utilities industry is preferred.

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other, reflected in our five core values: safety, integrity, continuous improvement, positive impact, and growth. We are united as one company.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

Our goal is to be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor. We are dedicated to innovation and sustainability, aiming to set new standards in the industry through our expertise and passion for solving complex challenges.

Company Information

OCU specializes in end-to-end infrastructure engineering within utilities, digital, and energy markets, focusing on delivering complex client requirements safely and efficiently. Our extensive capabilities and technological edge position us as market leaders. We collaborate with leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital clients and are seeking top talent to join our expanding team.