Lead Technical Project Administrator

Astute People; Hemerdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power generation company in Hemerdon is seeking a Lead Technical Project Administrator. The role involves overseeing project administration, managing documentation, and supporting the project team. Candidates should have a strong background in project administration, proficiency in SAP, and excellent organizational skills. This vacancy offers a salary of up to £40,000 on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in project administration or office management.
• Knowledge of document management systems and GDPR compliance.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project administration activities effectively.
• Provide administrative support including meeting coordination.
• Manage project documentation for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Document management

Project administration

SAP proficiency

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Level 4 / Grade C in Maths and English

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading power generation company to recruit a Lead Technical Project Administrator for their CCGT Power Station in Plymouth on an 18-month fixed term contract.

The Lead Technical Project Administrator role comes with a salary of up to £40,000.

If you are an experienced document controller and Project Administrator with a technical understanding then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Lead Technical Project Administrator role

• Lead and coordinate project administration activities to ensure efficient day-to-day operation of the project office.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support including meeting coordination, travel bookings, agenda preparation, and minute taking.
• Manage and maintain project documentation, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with internal and GDPR standards.
• Use SAP proficiently for purchase orders, goods receipting, and service entry sheets, while supporting colleagues in proper system use.
• Oversee document control processes, including storage, version control, retention, and archiving in line with company procedures.
• Monitor and manage project office supplies, equipment, and administrative resources.
• Support the Project Manager and team with financial administration, reporting, and budget tracking as required.

Professional qualifications

• Proven experience in project administration or office management, ideally within a construction or engineering project environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP (purchase orders, service entry, goods receipting) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated understanding of document management systems and GDPR compliance.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
• GCSE Level 4 / Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent qualification).

Personal skills

• Highly organized and self‑motivated, with a proactive approach to managing tasks and priorities.
• Discreet and trustworthy, with a high level of personal integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
• Collaborative and solution-focused, with strong communication and interpersonal skills to support diverse project teams.

Salary and benefits

• Basic salary of up to £40,000
• 18 month contract on large project
• Opportunity to join leading energy company
• INDPOW

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