Project coordinator

Project Coordinator

Location: Avonmouth, Bristol

Sector: Construction / Specialist Contractor

Salary: £27,000 - £35,000 + Package

The Opportunity

A specialist contractor is looking to recruit a Project Coordinator to support the successful delivery of projects from its Bristol head office.

This is a highly organised and varied role that sits at the centre of project delivery, working closely with Project Managers, suppliers and operational teams to ensure projects remain on programme and fully resourced.

The position offers excellent exposure to the full project lifecycle and would suit someone with strong administration, coordination and communication skills looking to build a long-term career within construction.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for:

• Coordinating assigned projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Obtaining material quotations from suppliers
• Raising purchase orders for materials, labour, plant and equipment
• Managing project schedules and programme updates
• Coordinating deliveries, collections and logistics requirements
• Maintaining plant and equipment registers
• Monitoring material lead times and delivery schedules
• Liaising regularly with Project Managers regarding project progress
• Managing project administration and documentation
• Producing material schedules and project job packs
• Resolving invoice queries and supplier issues
• Maintaining accurate project records and management systems
• Tracking project actions and ensuring deadlines are achieved
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
• Supporting internal meetings and producing meeting minutes where required

About You

• Previous experience within a Project Coordinator, Project Administrator or Construction Administrator role
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Experience working within a construction, engineering or manufacturing environment
• Confident managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Good understanding of procurement and project administration processes
• Strong IT skills and experience using project management software
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to work effectively within a busy team environment

Company Profile

This specialist contractor has built an excellent reputation for delivering complex construction and specialist projects across the UK. With a strong order book and continued growth plans, the business offers a stable and supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and progress their careers.

What’s in it for you?

• 💰 Competitive salary
• 📈 Career development opportunities
• 🏗️ Involvement in a wide range of projects
• 🤝 Supportive and collaborative team environment
• 📚 Ongoing training and development
• 🌴 Holiday and benefits package

About Walker & Sloan

Walker & Sloan are a BCorp certified recruitment business specialising in construction and the built environment. I, Jack Houghton, work closely with contractors, developers and consultancies across the UK and handle all applications with complete confidentiality.