Project Administrator

QCIC; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a skilled Project Administrator to support project processes from proposal creation to completion. The ideal candidate will have strong English skills, excellent Microsoft Office proficiency, and the ability to manage tasks in a dynamic environment. This role requires proactive problem-solving and organisational abilities. Join us to contribute to exciting global engineering projects in an innovative setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a project-related role, ideally in a global business.
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration support on project processes.
• Prepare accurate proposals for clients.
• Monitor project costs and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Project administration

Strong English skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Administrator who will work alongside the engineers in our BUILD department. The Project Administrator will support the team throughout the lifecycle of the projects, creating proposals, scheduling works and resources, maintaining reports, bids, and stakeholder engagement within the department.

The role would suit someone who has a calm and methodical approach and is comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment where no two days are the same and strict deadlines need to be met. You will need to be pro-active in managing processes, identifying improvements, and dealing with ad-hoc queries as they arise.

What you will do

Project Administration

• Provide administration support on all project processes including proposal creation, project set-up, project delivery and completion
• Set up projects on internal systems ensuring all pre-project requirements are met
• Assist with the preparation of accurate proposals for current and new clients
• Ensure all relevant information is uploaded to internal project folders on both QCIC SharePoint and client SharePoint/Microsoft Teams sites
• Liaise with project leads on both QCIC and client sides with involvement in project meetings, preparing meeting notes within brand guidelines and managing action items ensuring they are all met within the given time frame
• Prepare reports, memos, letters, spreadsheets, and presentations when required ensuring the highest quality editing and formatting in accordance with QCIC branding guidelines
• Assist with monitoring project cost, reviewing timesheets, budgets and expenses and presenting to Senior Engineers
• Assist with monthly progress reporting for both clients and leadership
• Effectively communicate new or existing project developments to the Senior Engineers
• Assist with travel arrangements for global projects where required
• Work with marketing to ensure all projects are uploaded to the QCIC website
• Procure parts/materials when required
• Assist with customer satisfaction process and surveys as required
• Ad-hoc assignments, duties and responsibilities as requested by the Engineers

What we are looking for

• Previous experience within a fast-paced, project related role preferably within a global business
• Strong English grammar, spelling, punctuation, composition, drafting and proofreading skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills with intermediate to advanced use of Excel
• Must possess the ability to handle confidential assignments with tact and diplomacy
• Must possess the ability to work proactively in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative are required to avoid unnecessary delays, while ensuring project governance is maintained
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with internal/external stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills and detailed-oriented with the ability to prioritise and manage the differing needs of the business
• Ability to work independently, or as a team member, while maintaining focus and productivity