Project Administrator (German & English Speaker)

Project Administrator (German-Speaking) – 12 Month Contract

We are currently supporting a major international energy project and are looking for a Project Administrator to join the team on a 12-month contract based in London.

This is a key support role within a busy project environment, focused on ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, strong communication, and effective coordination across a large, international team.

Key Requirements
Fluent German (written and spoken) is essential
Proven experience in administration, coordination, or project support roles
Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
Confident working with international stakeholdersThe Role You will act as a central point of support for the project team, helping to maintain structure, communication, and organisation across all activities. Responsibilities include:

Managing day-to-day project communications across internal and external stakeholders
Setting up and maintaining systems including MS Teams, SharePoint, shared inboxes, and distribution lists
Coordinating meetings end-to-end (scheduling, agenda preparation, note-taking, follow-ups)
Supporting onboarding of new team members and ensuring smooth integration into the project
Maintaining document control, filing systems, and project trackers
Assisting with purchase orders, invoices, and general administrative processes
Organising project events, meetings, and logistical arrangementsThis is a fast-paced, collaborative project with multiple workstreams running in parallel. It will suit someone who enjoys working in a structured environment, can take ownership of tasks, and is comfortable supporting a large team.
Contract Details
12-month contract (PAYE)
Inside IR35
40 hours per week
Hybrid in LondonWhy Apply
Opportunity to support a large-scale international project
Exposure to a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team
Strong experience for those looking to build a career in project environments or the energy sector

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed