Project Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Project Coordinator in Nottingham. This role involves managing various environmentally impactful projects, ensuring timely delivery and collaboration among teams. Ideal candidates are organised, possess strong communication skills, and have a passion for ecological work.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Annual training budget

Company laptop and equipment provided

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and a confident, professional manner.
• Previous experience in a coordination, support, or admin role (preferably within a consultancy).
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup of new projects, ensuring resourcing and scheduling needs are met.
• Monitor project progress and flag delays or risks to relevant leads.
• Facilitate clear communication between teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in coordination or admin role

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a leading environmental consultancy specialising in ecology, arboriculture, landscape, flood risk, and habitats. They are currently seeking a Project Coordinator. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive success and efficiency across various environmentally impactful projects. You will work alongside a passionate team of experts to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to high standards. With over 100 staff across four offices, including more than 80 ecologists, they manage a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK and Ireland.

Their work ranges from local housing developments and retail projects to nationally significant transport infrastructure and large-scale regeneration schemes. The vacancy is available in their Nottingham and Stafford offices. This company values progress for both the environment and its people, promoting collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within a strong team culture committed to social and environmental responsibility.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: £25,000-£30,000
• 26 days annual leave (including your birthday and Christmas closure)
• 2 CSR days for volunteering
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• £500 "baby bonus" for new parents
• Flexible working arrangements (home/office blend; full or part-time considered)
• Time off in lieu and overtime system
• Private medical insurance (for Principal level and above, including dependents)
• Annual training budget and CPD programme
• Company laptop, phone, PPE, and equipment provided
• Access to hire cars and company fleet (car allowance for senior grades)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Staff introduction bonuses and spot rewards for performance
• Death in service benefit (opt-in)
• Quarterly prize draws and team socials, including summer events and year-end celebrations

Project Coordinator Job Overview

• Assist with the setup of new projects, ensuring resourcing and scheduling needs are met
• Support planning, scheduling, and coordination of project activities across teams
• Monitor project progress and flag delays or risks to relevant leads
• Maintain organised and accurate project documentation and records
• Facilitate clear communication between teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Assist in preparing project updates, reports, and presentation materials
• Identify potential issues early and escalate when appropriate
• Help coordinate logistics for fieldwork and meetings
• Contribute ideas for improving project workflows and processes

Job Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and a confident, professional manner
• Previous experience in a coordination, support, or admin role (preferably within a consultancy environment)
• A solid understanding of project management principles (Waterfall/Agile exposure is a bonus)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software
• A passion for environmental and ecological work, with a desire to learn more
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams in various industries. We act as a recruitment agency for this vacancy, and by applying, you consent to us processing your data, contacting you about our services, and submitting your CV for the role.