Overview
Senior Project Administrator Jobs in Sandton, South Africa at Assegai Recruitment
A well-established consulting engineering firm is looking for an experienced and highly organised Senior Project Administrator to join its team on a fixed-term contract (6 – 7 months) to start as soon as possible.
This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with project managers, engineers, consultants and clients on significant public sector infrastructure projects. You will be at the centre of project delivery, ensuring that documentation, reporting, meetings, approvals and contractual records are professionally coordinated and kept on track.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, professional project environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate project documentation, consultant submissions and deliverables.
- Arrange project meetings, prepare agendas and produce accurate minutes.
- Compile monthly project reports, presentations and client submissions.
- Manage SharePoint platforms and maintain effective project document control systems.
- Draft project correspondence and maintain project registers.
- Support contract administration, including NEC registers and Interim Payment Certificates.
- Monitor statutory approvals, project actions, deadlines and outstanding information.
- Assist with the preparation and collation of project close-out documentation.
- Provide high-level administrative support across multiple projects.
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma or Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration or a related field.
- At least 5 years’ project administration experience within the built environment, including engineering, construction or consulting.
- Experience working on public sector infrastructure projects will be highly advantageous.
- Working knowledge of NEC contracts will be advantageous.
Essential
Skills:
- Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Teams, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Excellent report formatting, document management and document control capabilities.
- Strong organisational, communication and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and competing priorities.
- Confidence working independently and performing under pressure.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Additional Requirements:
- This is a fully office-based position in Sunninghill, Johannesburg. Remote working is not available.
- Candidates must be available to start immediately or at short notice.
- A valid driver’s licence will be advantageous.
This role would suit an experienced project administrator who enjoys taking ownership, creating order in complex project environments and contributing to the successful delivery of important infrastructure projects.
Title: Senior Project Administrator
Company: Assegai Recruitment
Location: Sandton, South Africa
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