Project Support Co-ordinator - Haulage Sector

Job Title: Project Support Co-ordinator

Location: Stoke on Trent

Salary: £30-35,000 plus Benefits

My client, a leading provider of Heavy Haulage services, requires a Project Support Co-ordinator to play a key role in promoting efficiency within their Project Management Team. The role will primarily focus on the engagement of key external bodies required to facilitate the movement of Abnormal Loads throughout the UK. You will work with a team of Project Managers, coordinating, planning, and taking action to streamline the processes associated with successful project execution. You will contribute to a culture that ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and to project budget.

Key Duties:

1. Supporting the Project Team to ensure the timely and efficient execution of projects.
2. Organising third-party resources to ensure route preparation is in place prior to Abnormal Load Movement.
3. Liaising on a day-to-day basis with National Highways (road space), Police (Escorts), Councils (Road Closures, Street Furniture & Parking Restrictions), Utilities, Tree Surgeons, and Traffic Management.
4. Regular communication with our existing Specialist Route Planner and Project Managers to ensure clear visibility on programme key dates and milestones.
5. Identification and communication of risks associated with route feasibility and/or stakeholder concerns.
6. Provide cover for Permit Application Process during annual leave/absence.

Skills Required:

1. Passionate about standards with high attention to detail.
2. Excellent negotiation skills in order to achieve project objectives.
3. Assertive while maintaining professionalism in the engagement of stakeholders to achieve programme goals.
4. Self-motivated and able to work effectively within a team or independently.
5. Relatable; an attentive listener able to communicate across all levels.
6. Ability to contribute effectively in a collaborative environment.
7. Strong initiative; calm under pressure and in the face of change.
8. A "can do", positive attitude; resilient in the face of challenge.
9. Flexible and reliable.
10. Determined in nature; able to remain focused whilst dealing with conflicting priorities and pressures.
11. Previous Abnormal Load route planning experience ideal but not essential.
12. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
13. Full driving licence.
14. Excellent IT skills - Microsoft Office.
15. Excellent organisation skills.
16. The ability to work as part of a team as well as under your own initiative.
17. Open to travel, with occasional nights away when required to attend meetings.
18. MS Project experience (desirable).