Lead Technical Project Administrator

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power generation company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Technical Project Administrator for an 18-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing project documentation, providing administrative support, and ensuring compliance with internal standards. Candidates should have experience in project administration, strong SAP and Microsoft Office skills, and a proactive approach to tasks. Competitive salary up to £40,000 offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to join a leading energy company

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project administration or office management, ideally within a construction or engineering project environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated understanding of document management systems and GDPR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project administration activities.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including meeting coordination.
• Manage and maintain project documentation efficiently.

Skills

Document control

Project administration

SAP proficiency

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Level 4 / Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)

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 a 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

As the Lead Technical Project Administrator you will:

• 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 of the Lead Technical Project Administrator role

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

Astute Technical is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.