Project Administrator -

Sagan Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a detail-oriented Project Administrator to support project managers with documentation and administrative tasks. This independent contractor position requires strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in administrative support, particularly in construction or insurance, and must be able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• 13 years of experience in administrative support, preferably in construction or insurance.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Enter and update project-related notes into the ERP/job management system.
• Maintain and organize project documentation and reports.
• Assist project managers with file tracking and administrative support.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

English Proficiency

Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

JIRA

Dash (CoreLogic)

XactAnalysis

Job description

Work Schedule : Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST)

NOTE : INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR POSITION

Company Overview :

Sagan is an exclusive membership community for top executives, founders, and CEOs seeking to hire and maximize the impact of international talent. We bridge the gap between global talent and US-based businesses, connecting candidates from vibrant regions like Latin America, the Philippines, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Africa with leading American companies. Discover a world of career possibilities with Sagan.

About the Company :

Sagan represents a US-based construction company looking for a detail-oriented administrative professional to support project managers and estimators with file management, data entry, and documentation tasks.

Position Overview :

The Project Administrator will play a key role in maintaining project documentation, updating records, and ensuring smooth administrative operations. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional with strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities :

• Enter and update project-related notes from TPAs and internal files into the company's ERP / job management system.
• Maintain and organize project documentation and reports.
• Assist project managers and estimators with file tracking and administrative support.
• Ensure key stakeholders receive timely updates and reports.
• Perform basic data entry and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications :

• 13 years of experience in administrative support (construction / insurance industry preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and basic web browsing.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• English proficiency at a functional level for internal communication.
• Familiarity with construction workflows or insurance TPAs.
• Experience with Dash (CoreLogic), JIRA, and XactAnalysis (preferred but not required; training available).

Please note : To ensure prompt processing of your application, kindly submit your resume and an introductory video in English format.

Key Skills :

Microsoft Office, Construction Experience, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Sage, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Administrative Experience, Project Coordination

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : 13 years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary : 950 - 1100

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