Project Coordinator

Passive Fire Protection | Rettendon, Essex | Full-time | £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)

I am recruiting on behalf of my client, a well-established specialist in passive fire protection, for an experienced Administrator / Project Co-ordinator to join their growing team based in Rettendon, Essex.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, compliance-led environment, supporting projects that help protect buildings and ensure fire safety standards are met across a range of sectors including social housing, education, healthcare, and commercial properties.

The Role:

As Administrator / Project Co-ordinator, you will provide essential support to the operations and project management teams, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day administration and project coordination. You will be a pivotal point of contact for clients, engineers, and suppliers—helping projects stay on track, compliant, and on budget.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage job scheduling, ensuring engineers and contractors are booked efficiently

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Coordinate site access, permits, and documentation required for works

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Support the project team with document control, project updates, and client reporting

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Liaise with clients, ensuring a professional and proactive approach to communication

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Assist with invoicing, purchase orders, and cost tracking

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Monitor project timelines, helping to resolve any delays or issues

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Maintain accurate project records and ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards

What We’re Looking For:

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Proven experience in an administrative or coordination role, ideally within construction, fire safety, compliance, or facilities management sectors

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Strong organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines

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Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

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Confident communicator with a professional and customer-focused approach

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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project management systems (experience with Fire Protection/Construction software would be advantageous)

What’s on Offer:

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Salary £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience

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Full-time, office-based role (Rettendon, Essex)

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Opportunity to develop your career within a specialist, growing business

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Supportive team environment where your input makes a real difference

This is a great role for someone who thrives in a busy, varied position and enjoys being at the heart of project delivery