Project Administrator

Optimised; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work

Volunteer day

Job summary

Optimised, a UK-based energy and sustainability specialist, invites applications for a part-time Operations Administrator within the Energy Management division in Bristol. The role focuses on data entry, scheduling, and reporting to support Health & Safety and daily operations.

You will maintain records across systems, assist with monthly KPIs, and liaise with internal teams and external contacts. A UK driving license and eligibility to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with accuracy, completeness and consistency in all operational and administrative activities.
• Proven organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of data entry, record keeping or operational administration within a business environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with internal teams and external contacts.
• Comfortable working across multiple operational systems and platforms and learning new tools quickly.
• Experience supporting operational coordination, scheduling or administrative activities.
• Experience with financial tracking, reporting or administrative processes.
• Awareness of Health & Safety reporting and administrative requirements.

Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Support administration and reporting, maintain accurate records and assist with corrective actions.
• Operational Input & System Management: Ensure accurate data entry across systems and input financial project data into Kimble.
• Operational Coordination & Scheduling: Coordinate site visits, appointments and meetings, and communicate arrangements.
• Financial & Reporting Support: Maintain project and financial records and assist with KPIs and utilization reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Data entry

Communication

Multi-system familiarity

Health & Safety awareness

UK driving licence

Tools

Kimble

Job description

Part Time, 25-30 hours per week, Monday to Friday About Us We are Optimised, a team of over 100 people driven by passion to create a positive impact and make a real difference in the world! With offices across the UK and our team of engineers working nationwide, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful solutions to optimise the worlds transition to net zero and beyond. We recognise that the climate emergency is the greatest challenge of our generation, and we are driven both personally and professionally to be a force for positive change. We deliver a range of integrated energy and sustainability solutions spanning Carbon Impact, Utility Management and Building Optimisation that help our clients achieve their decarbonisation goals whilst delivering significant returns on investment. As a certified B Corp, we place purpose before profit, upholding the highest standards of social and environmental performance, diversity, inclusion, and accountability in everything we do. At Optimised, we know that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a flexible, fun, and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best. We’re always looking for individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact. As we continue to grow, we need more dedicated people to join our mission. If you are driven by purpose and ready to contribute to a better future, we would love to hear from you!

Job requirements

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy, completeness and consistency in all operational and administrative activities.
• Proven organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines simultaneously within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience of data entry, record keeping or operational administration within a business environment, with a track record of maintaining accurate and up to date information across systems and platforms.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with internal teams and external contacts regarding scheduling, logistics and operational requirements.
• Comfortable working across multiple operational systems and platforms, with the ability to learn new tools quickly and maintain accurate records across different environments.
• Experience supporting operational coordination, scheduling or administrative activities within a business environment.
• Experience working with financial tracking, reporting or administrative processes.
• Awareness of operational Health & Safety reporting and administrative requirements within a business environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and reliably as part of a close-knit operational team.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine commitment to keeping things accurate, up to date and well managed.
• Flexible, positive and committed team member who works consistently to high standards.
• UK driving licence.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Job responsibilities

Health & Safety Support the Energy Management division with Health & Safety administration and reporting, ensuring operational records and documentation are accurate, up to date and maintained in line with company procedures. You’ll help track actions and follow up on outstanding requirements, while contributing to a strong safety culture through diligent record keeping and proactive support of departmental processes.

Operational Input & System Management Take ownership of accurate and timely data entry across the division’s operational systems, maintaining project, workflow, scheduling, metering and financial information so that records remain complete, reliable and up to date. You’ll act as a key point of contact for operational system input, identify and elevate discrepancies or data gaps, support consistent processes and standards, and input financial project data into Kimble on behalf of the Net Zero Reporting team.

Operational Coordination & Scheduling Coordinate site visits, surveys, appointments, meetings and other operational activities across the division, ensuring schedules, logistics and relevant information are accurately recorded and communicated. You’ll liaise with internal teams and external contacts to confirm arrangements, support operational teams with associated administration and communications, provide proactive updates to stakeholders, and elevate any scheduling conflicts or coordination issues where necessary.

Financial & Reporting Support Support the division’s financial tracking, reporting and administration activities by maintaining accurate project and financial records and helping to collate KPIs, performance data, timesheet information and utilisation reporting. You’ll contribute to monthly reporting processes and help ensure that data relating to cost, margin, WIP and project performance is accurate, up to date and provides a clear picture of operational and financial performance.

As well as our values led and inclusive culture, we also have a great benefits package:

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days with length of service (+ bank holidays)
• Option to buy / sell up to 3 days holiday each year
• Contributory pension scheme (5% Matched)
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Award-winning employee assistance helpline and online GP service
• Cycle to work and EV car scheme
• Annual railcard
• Annual flu jab and eye test
• A professional development and sustainability allowance
• 2 x sustainable holiday travel days
• 1 day off paid each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Up to one professional membership fee paid for by the Company each year
• Reward for introductions scheme

Recruitment agencies

At Optimised we have selected agencies who we work with and will not consider CVs or speculative proposals from any agencies outside of this and therefore we kindly request you not to contact us. Any CVs received from any agency which is not nominated to work for this specific position, and which are not received via our internal ATS will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the Optimised, with no obligation to pay agency fees.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible working environment, that promotes diversity. We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert or seeking an alternative working pattern. We recognise that talent comes in various forms, and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use.