Project Coordinator Jobs in NN9 | Immediate Start & Flexible Roles
Quick Placement is actively recruiting for organised and dynamic Project Coordinators for immediate temporary-to-permanent placements across the NN9 postcode area. If you excel at keeping projects on track, liaising with teams, and managing administrative details, we have an exciting opportunity for you to start right away.
Project Coordinator Job Description
Quick Placement is seeking a meticulous and proactive Project Coordinator to support our clients in the NN9 region, which includes Wellingborough, Irthlingborough, and nearby villages. This role is central to ensuring the smooth execution of various projects, from construction and logistics to office refurbishments and event planning. You will be the vital link between project managers, site teams, suppliers, and clients, ensuring communication is clear, deadlines are met, and documentation is impeccable.
As a leading temporary jobs agency, we partner with a diverse range of local employers who rely on us to supply reliable, skilled coordination talent. This isn't just an administrative position; it's a career opportunity to gain exposure to significant local projects, develop invaluable transferable skills, and secure long-term work. Whether you're looking for an immediate start to bridge a gap or a stepping stone to a permanent Project Manager role, registering with Quick Placement gives you access to unadvertised opportunities across Northamptonshire.
Core Responsibilities & Duties
Your day-to-day tasks will be varied and crucial to project success. You will be expected to:
- Maintain Project Documentation: Create, update, and manage critical project documents including schedules, Gantt charts, risk registers, meeting minutes, and action logs using software like MS Project, Excel, or specialised tools.
- Facilitate Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute clear, concise minutes with defined action owners and deadlines.
- Monitor Progress & Reporting: Track project milestones, deliverables, and budgets. Compile regular status reports for project managers and senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and resource requirements.
- Support Resource Coordination: Assist in the logistics of resource allocation, including coordinating with construction staffing services for labour or arranging equipment and material deliveries to site, ensuring teams have what they need, when they need it.
- Manage Procurement & Supplier Liaison: Support the procurement process, from raising purchase orders to tracking deliveries and managing relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure terms are met.
- Risk & Issue Tracking: Proactively identify potential project delays or issues. Log them in a central register and work with the project manager to develop and track mitigation actions.
- Ensure Compliance: Help ensure all project activities adhere to company policies, health and safety regulations, and any relevant industry standards, maintaining accurate records for audits.
Essential Skills & Experience Required
To be successful in this Project Coordinator in NN9 role, you should possess the following:
- Proven Coordination Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in a project coordination, administration, or support role within construction, logistics, IT, facilities, or a similar fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional Organisational Skills: A natural multitasker with an impeccable eye for detail and the ability to prioritise a fluctuating workload under pressure. Your desk and digital files are models of order.
- Superior Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. You can convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences, from site labourers to company directors.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello, Smartsheet) is a significant advantage.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive,"can-do" attitude. You don't just identify problems; you think critically to propose practical solutions and follow through to resolution.
- Local Knowledge & Mobility: Residing in or around the NN9 postcode with reliable transport is highly desirable, as some roles may require occasional travel to local sites or client offices in Northamptonshire.
Why Register with Quick Placement for Project Jobs?
Choosing the right agency matters. At Quick Placement, we're more than just a job board; we're your local career partner in NN9. Our deep roots in the Northamptonshire community mean we have strong relationships with employers you won't find elsewhere. When you join our talent pool, you benefit from:
- Direct Access to Hidden Roles: Many of our best Project Coordinator placements are filled through our exclusive network before they are ever advertised publicly.
- Personalised Career Support: You are assigned a dedicated consultant who gets to know your skills, career goals, and preferences. They act as your advocate, matching you to roles that fit, not just filling a vacancy.
- Streamlined & Fast Registration: Our process is designed for speed. We know you need to start earning quickly, so we minimise paperwork and use efficient vetting to get you to work.
- Weekly Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of reliable weekly payments directly from Quick Placement. We also provide guidance on holiday pay and other worker rights.
- Pathway to Permanency: Many of our temporary coordination roles are used by clients as a"try before you buy" period, offering a proven route into permanent employment with leading local companies.
- Support Across Sectors: Your coordination skills are transferable. Whether our next vacancy is in construction, logistics, or corporate events, we'll find the right fit for you.
Salary, Pay & Benefits
We believe in fair and transparent remuneration for the critical role Project Coordinators play. Pay rates for these positions in the NN9 area are competitive and reflect your specific experience, the project's complexity, and the client sector.
Typical Pay Range & Structure
- Hourly Rate: Rates typically range from £14 to £22 per hour, paid weekly via Quick Placement.
- Salary Equivalent: For longer-term or temp-to-perm roles, this can translate to an annual salary range of approximately £26,000 to £38,000, dependent on experience.
- Overtime & Enhancements: Some projects may offer overtime pay or additional allowances for specific requirements.
- What Influences Pay: Factors include prior experience with specific project methodologies (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2), software expertise, industry knowledge (e.g., construction, IT), and the level of budgetary responsibility.
In addition to financial remuneration, working as a Project Coordinator through Quick Placement offers non-monetary benefits: gaining diverse industry experience, building a powerful professional network in Northamptonshire, enhancing your CV with tangible achievements, and enjoying the flexibility of temporary assignments that can suit your lifestyle. For those seeking variety, this path is ideal, much like the opportunities we see for a Part time Jobbing Tiler in OX15 who values flexible project-based work.
How to Apply for This Project Coordinator Role
The application process with Quick Placement is straightforward and designed to connect you with opportunities as efficiently as possible.
Submit Your Details
Click the"Apply Now" button on this page to submit your initial interest. Have an up-to-date CV ready that highlights your project coordination experience, key skills, and achievements.
Consultation & Registration
A friendly Quick Placement consultant will contact you for a brief phone interview to discuss your experience, availability, and career goals. We'll then guide you through our fast, digital registration.
Interview & Placement
We will match your profile to live vacancies and arrange interviews with our clients. We provide full briefings and support throughout, aiming to secure you a suitable role for an immediate start.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Project Coordinator Jobs
We place Project Coordinators across a wide spectrum of local industries. Predominant sectors include construction and civil engineering (managing site logistics, subcontractors, and documentation), logistics and distribution (coordinating warehouse projects or new system rollouts), facilities management (office moves and maintenance programmes), and corporate IT or marketing (supporting digital or campaign projects). The NN9 area, with its strategic links, has a vibrant mix of these industries, offering diverse career paths for coordinators.
While qualifications like PRINCE2 Foundation or AgilePM are highly regarded and can boost your application, they are not always a strict requirement for a Project Coordinator role. Employers often value practical experience and core competencies—organisation, communication, software skills, and a proactive attitude—above formal certification. However, if you are aiming for roles in highly structured environments (e.g., government projects), or wish to progress to a Project Manager position, pursuing such qualifications is an excellent investment. We can advise on relevant training during your consultation.
It varies by client and project. Many Project Coordinator roles are primarily office-based, but may require occasional visits to project sites, supplier premises, or client meetings across Northamptonshire. Some construction or engineering roles might be based from a site office. Post-pandemic, hybrid working (splitting time between home and the office) is also becoming more common for coordination roles not tied to physical logistics. We will always clarify the working location and pattern during the briefing for any specific vacancy.
The roles overlap but differ in scope and proactivity. A Project Administrator typically focuses on essential administrative support: document formatting, filing, arranging meetings, and handling correspondence. A Project Coordinator takes a more active role in the project's execution. They are involved in scheduling, progress tracking, risk logging, basic resource coordination, and producing status reports. They often have more direct interaction with the project team and stakeholders, acting as a deputy to the Project Manager. It's a more involved role with greater responsibility and impact on project outcomes.
Speed is one of our key strengths. For candidates who are immediately available and have all their documentation in order, the process from application to first day on a job can be very quick—sometimes within 48 to 72 hours. This is especially true for roles advertised as"immediate start." Our registration is efficient, and many of our clients in NN9 need coordinators to start at short notice to cover urgent project demands or staff absences. The sooner you complete our registration, the sooner we can put you forward for live vacancies. Check out our process for immediate start jobs to see how we operate.
Other Immediate Project & Coordination Roles in NN9
Your skills are in demand. Explore these similar immediate opportunities available right now through our latest jobs board.
| Job Title | Location | Pay Rate | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Project Coordinator | NN9 (Wellingborough) | £16 - £20 p/h | Apply |
| Logistics & Planning Coordinator | NN8 (Near NN9) | £15.50 - £18.50 p/h | Apply |
| Office Refurbishment Coordinator | NN9 (Irthlingborough) | £14.50 - £17 p/h | Apply |
| Administrative Project Support | NN10 (Rushden) | £13.50 - £15.50 p/h | Apply |
| IT Project Coordinator (Junior) | NN15 (Kettering) | £17 - £21 p/h | Apply |
Pay rates are indicative and subject to experience, assignment specifics, and client. All roles offer weekly pay.
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