Project Coordinator Assistant

Mka Ecology; Wendy; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established ecological consultancy in the UK is looking for a proactive Project Coordinator Assistant. This role involves uploading and managing data, coordinating supplies, scheduling, and providing administrative support. Strong communication and IT skills are essential. Candidates should be able to work independently and within a team. A full UK driving licence is required, alongside an interest in UK ecology and biodiversity. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive team environment with training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Access to pool car

Up to 27 days' annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Company sick pay

Dog-friendly office

Cycle scheme

Employee referral scheme

Canteen and shower facilities on site

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Uploading, managing, and archiving data.
• Supporting project systems and maintaining organized records.
• Coordinating kit, ordering supplies, and managing stock.
• Assisting with scheduling and timetabling.
• Providing general administrative support.
• Liaising with external IT support when required.
• Completing vehicle checks and maintaining logs.

Skills

Confident IT user

Strong communicator

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive and solution-focused

Teamwork

Knowledge of UK ecology and biodiversity

Job description

You will be line managed by our Project Coordinator and receive full training on internal systems, including Scoro and SharePoint. Applicants should be confident IT users, strong communicators and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Occasional travel to other offices may be required, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Uploading, managing and archiving data
• Supporting project systems and maintaining organised records
• Coordinating kit, ordering supplies and managing stock
• Assisting with scheduling and timetabling
• Providing general administrative support for the Litlington office
• Liaising with external IT support when required
• Completing vehicle checks and maintaining logs
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Good IT skills with ability to learn new systems
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• High attention to detail
• Proactive and solution-focused
• Full UK driving licence
• Friendly and personable
• Interest in and a working knowledge of UK ecology and biodiversity
• MKA Ecology is a well-established consultancy with offices in Litlington (Royston), Oxford and London. We are looking for a proactive and organised Project Coordinator Assistant to support our operations team. This is a varied role covering data management, kit coordination, scheduling and general administrative support.

About MKA Ecology

MKA Ecology is a well-established and thriving ecological consultancy with bases in Cambridge, Oxford and London. We have a stable and growing client base, an excellent range of projects and offer expertise across all specialisms in ecology. We give expert advice on planning and development of projects involving protected species and habitats and provide on-site ecological management, including biodiversity consultancy and enhancement. As a CIEEM Registered Practice, we are committed to ensuring best practice in the profession and providing a leading role for our clients in achieving net gain in their developments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Access to pool car
• Up to 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Supportive team environment with training and development opportunities
• Company sick pay
• Dog-friendly office
• Cycle scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Canteen and shower facilities on site