Hybrid Project Administrator: Construction & Engineering

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Leave and standard employee benefits

Opportunity to work on significant RSY

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Project Administrator in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal for a hybrid role combining on-site project support with remote administration. You will help plan and monitor projects, manage contracts and reports, and prepare meetings and minutes to keep work on schedule.

Ideal candidates bring strong organizational and communication skills, experience with PM software, and a meticulous eye for detail—plus the ability to handle multiple priorities in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Project Administrator or in a similar role, preferably in the construction or engineering sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with project management software is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Experience in managing hybrid work arrangements.
• Understanding of project management principles.
• Professional demeanor and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects.
• Manage project documentation, including contracts, reports, and correspondence.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes.
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Liaise with project team members, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Maintain project files and databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Process invoices and manage project-related expenses.
• Assist in the preparation of project status reports.
• Facilitate communication among project stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and company policies.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Time management

Communication skills

Independence & teamwork

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Project Administrator in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal for a hybrid role combining on-site project support with remote administration. You will help plan and monitor projects, manage contracts and reports, and prepare meetings and minutes to keep work on schedule.

Ideal candidates bring strong organizational and communication skills, experience with PM software, and a meticulous eye for detail—plus the ability to handle multiple priorities in a demanding environment.