Project Administrator

Job Opportunity: Project Administrator
Location: Preston
Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
We are delighted to be working with a fantastic new client in the Preston area supporting them on their search for a Project Administrator. This role has been newly created due to continued business growth.
The client works on behalf of public and private sector clients and are proud of their diverse range of projects providing the successful candidate with fantastic opportunities to broaden their horizons and develop their skillset in planning consultancy.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
• 5 years + experience in a project management or equivalent administrative role.
• Proficient computer, MS Office skills.
• Confident in making decisions and solving problems.
• Able to work independently or as part of a larger team.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise your workload as required.
• High level attention to detail.
• Be able to effectively communicate with a variety of different customers and understanding the best way to communicate with each client.
Role Responsibilities:
• Support planning professionals with administrative, coordination and organisational requirements.
• Arrange meetings and keep electronic diaries accurate and up to date.
• Prepare fee proposals.
• Assist in the management of the planning projects using workflow max.
• Finalise / collate planning statements and a range of other planning documents to support applications / appeals including uploading documents to the planning portal.
• Track the progress of existing planning applications via the planning authority websites.
• Confidently initiate phone calls to clients to provide project updates.
• Be proactive addressing any client needs & queries.
• Manage client requests and enquiries received via email, post & telephone, escalating and liaising with appropriate planning colleagues.
If you are an experienced, proactive and enthusiastic Project Administrator and you are in the market for a new position in a busy and growing business, send your CV to our consultant Dave Hayes – and if your experience aligns with our clients expectations he will be in touch.
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