Assistant Project Specialist - T&D Construction (Glasgow, UK)

Description

Description Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as a leader in Engineering / Construction. This position supports engineering and construction projects by assisting the Project Manager and the commercial project team with administrative project information as requested. + General administrative support for company projects, primarily focusing on the commercial function requirements. + Organise and maintain project files, filing system and project communications as required by the commercial function. + Provide data entry for the commercial function, inclusive of financial tools. + Track the status of projects and produce monthly internal reports. Maintain the tracking system as required by the commercial function. + Maintain and expedite the accounts payable. + Provide information to facilitate questions regarding projects and prepare research information as directed by the commercial function. + Produce and support the commercial function in required memos, correspondence, reports and other documents as requested. + Coordinate and develop the business procedures and process maps as required to interface with the commercial function. + Assist with Work Breakdown Structure for tracking the breakdown of purchase orders and subcontracts. + Assist with quality assurance on data and information for the project financial deliverables, including entering changes on cost reports. + Expediting of Supplier requirements to support finance and commercial resources. + Assist in clerical needs on projects, including project change orders and budget tracking. + Maintain data entry of project reports for both finance and the QS resources. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications + Bachelor Degree in business, accounting or related degree Required or + Higher National Diploma and 1 year of experience Required or + General Certificate of Secondary Education and 3 years related experience Required + Experience with one or more cost management systems preferred. + Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically and make quick and sound decisions. + Strong problem-solving skills. + Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills and ability to handle multiple tasks. + Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels within an organization. + Ability to track and follow up on multiple items with various timelines. + Excellent verbal / written communication skills. + Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe and/or Bluebeam, and PowerPoint is required. + Basic knowledge of SharePoint, customer relationship management software and Microsoft Teams preferred. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. Job Project Management Primary Location GB-Glasgow-Glasgow Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Req ID: 263643 Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DZ #UKO N/A