Project Support Officer (fixed term appointment 18 months)

Do you have experience delivering new build, refurbishment, or fit-out projects?

Are you keen to play a key role in supporting the UK’s maritime safety and infrastructure?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) implements the government’s maritime safety policy in the United Kingdom and works to prevent the loss of life and occurrence of pollution on the coast and at sea.   

Safer lives. Safer Ships. Cleaner Seas.   

Our vision is to be a world-leading organisation, accelerating the transition to sustainable shipping with non-negotiable safety standards. We put our people, our customers and our planet at the heart of everything we do.  

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We’re seeking a proactive and organised Project Support Officer to join our Estates team, supporting a portfolio of over 480 sites across the UK. You’ll play a key role in delivering vital building, refurbishment, and fit-out projects that enable our coastguard and marine services to operate effectively.

Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:

• Provide contract and project administrative support for building, refurbishment, and fit-out works, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Work closely with Programme and Project Managers to plan, procure, commission, and manage projects, maintaining accurate records and processing supplier invoices in line with government guidelines
• Support project reporting, cost tracking, and compliance with agency processes and statutory responsibilities
• Liaise with stakeholders and suppliers, including contract management for furniture procurement
• Help prepare clear, concise project reports for stakeholder groups and programme boards.

For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.

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