Project Coordinator

Part of the Pennon group, at South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations – with a vision and culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
We are proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient, and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net zero by 2030 but we've also partnered with wildlife charities. National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
We currently have a Project Coordinator position available for a motivated individual to join our team in Exeter or Bristol. Joining us on a full-time basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £30,000 - £33,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.
About the role
The role will be working closely with the Head of Strategy and Transformation and the Operations Transformation Office Programme Manager working on a large number of change projects of varying size from application to conclusion.
You will provide analytical support to the transformation office, ensuring project data is kept up-to-date and analysing progress in terms of implementation and benefits realisation. This will include developing and managing data reporting and dashboards.
You will assist other team members to maximise Project & Delivery Team performance, particularly in terms of time and cost (Actual Cost v Target Cost), as ensuring that Project Teams comply with parent company, SWW Management Systems and other requirements.
You will also support the cadence of weekly progress meetings and produce weekly progress reports for Executive level review.
What you’ll be doing:
Analyse and review financial data to understand weekly progress in terms of costs and benefits against target.
Review, develop and maintain bespoke reporting and analysis across the transformation programmes, including dashboards and financial graphs.
Coordination and consultation with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of projects to meet all parties’ expectations.
Initial review of business cases to confirm project is required and identify key delivery requirements.
Produce weekly progress reports and programme communications for dissemination to the programme, the wider business, and the executives.
Innovation in technical issues and problem solving.
Ensure projects are closed out in a timely manner in accordance with procedures.
What we are looking for:
Presentation and reporting skills – able to present information to a range of audiences using a range of media.
Computing with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to manipulate and analyse data effectively, using computer-based spreadsheet packages
Experienced user of SQL, Think-Cell and Power BI
Experience of working with financial data related to both capital and operational expenditure
Experience in project management, project support or project administration
Formal training in statistical analysis techniques and problem solving
Educated to A-level standard or equivalent 5 GCSE’s or equivalent at grade C or above in Maths and English
What's in it for you:
We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition.
In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including:
Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
A discretionary Bonus
Competitive Contributory Pension
Share-save Scheme
Various health benefits
Wellbeing support programmes
A range of Group Discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Financial support services
And plenty more!
Closing Date: Friday 31st May 2024
If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Project Coordinator- we look forward to receiving your application.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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