Project Coordinator

Dron & Dickson; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dron & Dickson is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to support the delivery of electrical maintenance, inspection and offshore project activities. You will link clients, offshore teams and internal departments to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

This role emphasizes project planning, cost control and people management, with a collaborative approach across clients and teams, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating projects in industrial, electrical, energy or offshore environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Commercial awareness with experience monitoring budgets and costs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver projects, coordinating with offshore and onshore teams.
• Monitor progress, KPI reporting, and client communications.
• Manage timesheets, invoicing approvals and contract financials.
• Ensure HSEQ documentation compliance and competency records.
• Provide technical project support and guidance to project teams.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Budget monitoring

Communications

MS Office & reporting

Multitasking independence

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 / NC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location

This job can be based in either our Aberdeen or Stirling branch

Job Type

Full-Time

Reporting To

Maintenance & Inspections Delivery Manager

About the Role

Dron & Dickson is looking for an experienced and driven Project Coordinator to support the successful delivery of electrical maintenance, inspection and project activities across our offshore contracts. This is a varied role that combines project planning, cost control, technical oversight and people management. You'll act as the key link between our clients, offshore teams and internal departments, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

• Liaise regularly with clients and internal planning/logistics teams to monitor project progress.
• Attend client and internal planning meetings.
• Ensure personnel, equipment and documentation meet mobilisation requirements.
• Coordinate activities between offshore and onshore teams to support project delivery.

Project & Contract Management

• Manage project activities in line with contract and client requirements.
• Monitor and report on project performance and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Prepare and deliver regular project progress reports.
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate timesheets, invoice approvals and financial administration relating to contracts.

Cost Control

• Assist with budget preparation and cost analysis.
• Raise service and material requisitions as required.
• Monitor expenditure against budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Support the preparation of Value of Work Done (VOWD) reports.

Quality, Compliance & Competency

• Ensure compliance with company and client management systems, policies and procedures.
• Verify that all required HSEQ documentation is completed and submitted.
• Support employee development through mentoring, training and competency assessments.
• Review competency records and trade tests in line with company assurance processes.
• Promote continuous improvement across systems, processes and service delivery.

Technical Support

• Provide technical project support to meet client and contract requirements.
• Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards and legislation.
• Support project teams with technical guidance and problem-solving.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in the on-call rota.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Support business development and networking activities.
• Undertake occasional travel as required.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• City & Guilds Level 2, NC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Strong project coordination or project management experience within an industrial, electrical, energy or offshore environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Commercial awareness with experience monitoring budgets and project costs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

• COMPEX 01, 02, 03, 04 & 14.
• Offshore Survival (BOSIET/FOET/MISTS).
• UKOOA Medical.
• Experience managing offshore electrical maintenance or installation projects.

What You'll Bring

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to health, safety and quality.
• The ability to lead and support teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high standards of service.

Why Join Dron & Dickson?

At Dron & Dickson, we invest in our people. You'll have access to ongoing training, development opportunities and a structured Personal Development Plan designed to support your long-term career progression. If you're an electrical professional with offshore experience and a passion for delivering projects safely, efficiently and successfully, we'd love to hear from you.