London, UK
Project administrator/team coordinator
at BDP
BDP is seeking a project administrator or team coordinator to join its team in London.
Contract: full time, permanent contract
Location: London, Clerkenwell initially, with co-location with the client team in Westminster in the future
Hours: Mon- Fri, 9am to 5.30pm (flexible/hybrid working may be an option)
Salary: competitive salary plus benefits
We have an opportunity for a project administrator/team coordinator to support our directors and a large team of lively architects, engineers and other designers within our London studio, on a very prestigious and potentially long-term heritage project, based in Westminster.
The priority for this role is to provide the project directors and their teams with a smooth and efficient service in support of their business activities.
You will act as a pivotal point of contact within the team; demonstrating diplomatic competence, as well as the ability to bring a sense of order by means of coordinating the group, and managing a very busy meeting schedule. Additional duties include maintaining the live team status list, arranging and monitoring team training and generally assisting and keeping the team organised.
About you
You must be above all highly systematic, but also unflappable, patient and flexible; assertive yet diplomatic, with strong interpersonal skills. You will have an excellent standard of written and spoken English and a ‘can do’ attitude along with meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a necessity.
Previous experience of team coordination and/or project administration in a high-pressure environment would be preferred.
Please note that the successful candidate will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Pre-Employment check (BPSS) and will be required to undergo various checks including: identity, right to work; three years continuous? UK employment/education history and criminal record. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed or rejected.
About us
BDP is a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, engineers and designers working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’.
Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, we now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, the MENA region, India, Singapore and Canada. BDP has a leading track record in all major sectors and has over 1000 awards for design quality.
In 2016 BDP joined forces with the Japanese engineering consultancy Nippon Koei, providing us with further opportunities in the developing regions of South East Asia, Africa and South America.
BDP offers
The role is challenging and exciting and will provide an excellent opportunity for personal development as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, profit share and a great working environment.
This role is based on a full time, permanent contract.
Interviews
Due to the current COVID-19 situation, interviews will be conducted via video conferencing (via Skype or Teams).
To apply
To apply for this role, please click on the apply button below, you will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV plus covering letter demonstrating why you feel you meet the requirements of the position.
Please include an indication of your expected salary with your application.
BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly.
No third party or agency CVs will be accepted for this role.