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At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Project Coordinator to join our team. In this role you will provide high-quality coordination, administrative, and project management support to the Director of Estates across a broad portfolio of estates, capital development, maintenance, compliance, and space management projects. You will ensure the effective planning, organisation, communication, documentation, and monitoring of project activities, supporting the successful delivery of safe, sustainable, efficient, and fit-for-purpose learning environments for students, staff, and visitors.
Job Responsibility
Support the Director of Estates in the planning, coordination, and delivery of estates and capital development projects across the college campus
Act as a central point of contact between the Estates Department and internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, academic departments, and support services
Support the maintenance of statutory compliance records, including health and safety documentation, planned preventative maintenance schedules, contractor records, and asset registers
Support budget monitoring and cost control activities relating to estates projects and operational works
Participate in training, team meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives to support professional development and service enhancement
Assist with procurement activities by obtaining quotations, preparing tender documentation, and liaising with contractors and suppliers
Deliver a high standard of customer service, responding to enquiries in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner.
Requirements
Demonstrable experience of coordinating projects, operational activities, or administration within estates, facilities, construction, property, maintenance, or another fast-paced environment
Experience supporting project delivery from planning through to completion
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands within a busy and dynamic workplace
Experience liaising confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, contractors, and service providers
Experience managing administrative processes, record keeping, and document control
Educated to A Level / Level 3 standard with GCSE passes in English and Maths
Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.