KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative Support:
- Handling and responding to correspondence (emails, phone calls, letters).
- Organizing and maintaining project documentation, including reports, presentations, and drawings.
- Managing project files and data, ensuring they are easily accessible and organized.
- Preparing and distributing project materials, such as agendas, meeting minutes, and reports.
- Assisting with invoicing and expense management.
- Ordering supplies and equipment as needed.
Travel and Logistics:
- Arranging travel, accommodation, and transportation.
- Making travel reservations and managing itineraries.
- Assisting with the preparation of journey specific risk assessments.
Project Planning and Organization:
- Assisting in developing project plans and timelines.
- Creating and maintaining project schedules and calendars.
- Organizing and managing project documentation and resources.
- Quality Controlling and issuing technical documentation.
- Maintaining client procedures while issuing documentation.
Coordination and Communication:
- Facilitating communication between project team members, stakeholders, and clients.
- Scheduling and coordinating project meetings and events.
- Assisting design teams with correspondence on client platforms (e.g., ProjectWise, Autodesk Forma)
Task Management and Tracking:
- Assigning tasks to team members and monitoring progress.
- Tracking project milestones and deadlines.
- Identifying and addressing potential issues or delays.
Budget Management:
- Assisting with budget planning and tracking.
- Monitoring project expenses and ensuring projects stay within budget.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Skills Required:
- Strong organizational skills: To manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Excellent communication skills: To facilitate effective communication with team members and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Competency in using software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to pay close attention to details and ensure accuracy in all tasks.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Capacity to identify and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
- Discretion and Confidentiality:
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Time management skills: To ensure projects stay on track and within deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team: To effectively manage tasks and collaborate with others.
Behavioural & Personal Attributes
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Proactive, solutions‑focused, and detail‑oriented
- Collaborative team player with a professional and ethical approach.
Administrator / Document Controller in Edinburgh employer: Fairhurst
Fairhurst is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Edinburgh that values collaboration and innovation. With a hybrid working model and a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to impactful civil engineering projects. The supportive environment fosters teamwork and ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered.