Permitting Coordinator / Technical Administrator

Carrington West; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider is seeking a Permitting Coordinator / Technical Administrator in Ipswich, UK. This temporary position involves supporting infrastructure projects by ensuring compliance and coordinating permits. Candidates should have strong Microsoft Office skills and experience in utilities or engineering administration. This role offers a chance to develop valuable skills in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Must be highly organised and detail-driven.
• Prior experience in utilities or engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to operational teams.
• Coordinate permits and compliance documentation.
• Input and maintain accurate data in relevant systems.
• Monitor project progress and prepare reports.
• Liaise with various stakeholders regarding permits.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of StreetManager and OneNetwork

Exceptional organisational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritise workloads

Experience in utilities, engineering or infrastructure administration

Job description

Permitting Coordinator / Technical Administrator

Are you a highly organised and detail‑driven Permitting Coordinator / Technical Administrator looking for your next opportunity? This temporary position offers the chance to play a key role in supporting essential infrastructure and utilities projects across the UK. As a Permitting Coordinator / Technical Administrator, you'll be at the heart of the operational process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and coordination across multiple stakeholders. This role demands someone with excellent IT skills, strong administrative capability, and the ability to manage data efficiently within systems such as StreetManager and OneNetwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive administrative and technical support to project and operational teams.
• Coordinate and manage permits and associated compliance documentation for ongoing works.
• Input, update, and maintain accurate data within StreetManager, OneNetwork and internal management systems.
• Monitor project progress, update tracking databases, and prepare analytical reports as required.
• Liaise with internal departments, local authorities and external partners to ensure all permits and works are properly recorded and compliant.
• Maintain document control processes, manage correspondence and support general office functions.
• Assist in monitoring performance metrics to ensure regulatory and company standards are consistently achieved.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Knowledge or understanding of StreetManager and OneNetwork systems (training available).
• Exceptional organisational skills with a meticulous eye for detail.
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work efficiently under pressure.
• Prior experience in utilities, engineering or infrastructure administration highly desirable.

Why This Role?

This Permitting Coordinator / Technical Administrator role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a dynamic and fast‑paced industry, contributing to projects that have a tangible impact on public and private infrastructure across the UK. Whether you come from an administrative background within utilities or are looking to expand your technical coordination experience, this temporary role provides the platform to develop valuable skills and build meaningful professional relationships.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on 02393 876006.

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