Administrator / Document Controller

Company: Fairhurst
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Location: Edinburgh
Job Description:

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.

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Posted: September 25th, 2026