About 4way
4way Consulting is a design and engineering consultancy specialising in the delivery of intelligent transport systems (ITS), traffic signals and road lighting services in both the strategic and urban road sectors. Our range of services includes ITS infrastructure design, ITS operational consultancy, road lighting consultancy and design, traffic signals consultancy and design, motorway and all-purpose trunk road development, smart cities consultancy and design, technology implementation, management and commissioning, business strategy, feasibility studies and value management.
Since our inception in 2010 we have grown in a sustainable manner through high volumes of repeat business and new project work, won on the strength of our reputation for delivering high quality in the most demanding of environments. Consistently ranked in the top ten of ITS consultancies in the annual CIHT Consultants Directory we are now seeking to propel 4way to new heights and are looking for high calibre individuals at all levels to join us on our journey.
Role
This is a temporary appointment to cover maternity leave for 12 months, taking the lead as Project Management Office Administrator based in either our Birmingham or Manchester office; you will provide a comprehensive administrative service within the business across a broad range of business functions. This will involve working in continual liaison with colleagues and reporting to the PMO Manager. The main duties of the role include, but are not limited to:
* Project support – project setup, assisting financial reporting, handling new client and supplier applications;
* Quality management – support for internal and external quality audits to maintain our ISO9001 certification;
* Finance and commercial – handling task and purchase orders, filing contract documentation and timesheet governance;
* Process improvement – helping to refine business processes and tools to drive efficiency within the business;
* Business support - handling general correspondence, supporting health and safety management, organising events and travel, dealing with queries from internal and external stakeholders; and
* Communication & engagement - acting as a point of contact for the business, responding to queries and ensuring effective information flow, coordinating learning and development activities.
Attributes and experience
The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and experience,
* Be a self-starter and work autonomously when required
* Natural ability to collaborate with all levels across the business and tailor approach to suit
* Strong communication skills, both written and oral
* Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
* Keen interest to find new ways of working and to challenge the norm
* Highly competent in the use of Microsoft 365
* Ability to work with the strictest of confidence when required
Benefits
Working as part of a smaller business in our offers the ability to develop great working relationships with the whole team and influence how we operate day to day. We continually invest in professional development, encourage the entrepreneurial spirit of our people and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be a part of the government's Disability Confident Scheme. We're happy to talk about flexible working and are committed to promoting the wellbeing of all our employees.