Project Coordinator (Rail / Engineering) (AWDO-C14603) in Southampton)

Overview Project Coordinator (Rail / Engineering) to support rail refurbishment and maintenance projects. This role involves project coordination, data reporting, client liaison, quality assurance, and site-based operations within an engineering environment. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Project Support Officer, Operations Coordinator, Site Coordinator, Project Administrator Details Salary: £35,000 per annum + Benefits Location: Southampton, Hampshire Job Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (until End October 2027) Working Hours: 37.5 hours across 5 days (flexibility required to work occasional weekend or night shift) Responsibilities * Project Coordination and Tracking: Maintain daily trackers to ensure real-time visibility of project progress * Data Entry and Reporting: Manage project data using spreadsheets, digital forms, and reporting systems * Timesheet Management: Accurately track and log staff hours per unit, ensuring timely submission * Client Liaison and Communication: Handle client queries and escalations, providing effective on-site solutions * Meeting Coordination: Attend and contribute to weekly project meetings, providing updates on progress * Quality Control and Inspection: Conduct film thickness testing and quality checks in line with engineering standards * Compliance and Documentation: Maintain accurate records including paint batch traceability and audit data * Stock Control and Inventory Management: Monitor paint, materials, and sundries, coordinating replenishment * Equipment and Asset Checks: Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and operational * Team Support and Coordination: Support site teams, ensuring adherence to processes, safety, and project standards Candidate Requirements Essential * Previous experience in project coordination, operations, or administration within rail, engineering, or industrial environments * Strong organisational and administrative skills with experience in data management, reporting, and record keeping * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills with client-facing experience * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets, and digital reporting systems * Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving and decision-making capability * Knowledge of health and safety practices within a site-based or engineering environment Desirable * Experience with coating inspection, film thickness testing, or paint systems * Familiarity with quality assurance and compliance standards within engineering or rail maintenance * Experience using Zoho or similar CRM or digital reporting systems * Understanding of rail industry operations, maintenance, or refurbishment projects * Experience supporting production planning or resource coordination Equal Opportunity The company is an equal opportunities employer #J-18808-Ljbffr