Operations Team Financial Specialist

About Building & Real Estate

At SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate division, we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner supporting our clients at every stage of the property lifecycle. We offer a comprehensive range of services including building surveying, project management, dilapidations advice, technical due diligence, compliance support, and sustainability consultancy. Our specialists focus on delivering solutions that are not only technically robust but also commercially sensible. By prioritising quality, reliability, and strong client relationships, we ensure buildings are safe, efficient, and future-ready — creating spaces that perform better for businesses, communities, and the environment.

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Operations Team Project Coordinator – Building & Real Estate Engineering

Are you interested in project coordination and engineering operations? This could be your opportunity to excel as an Operations Team Project Coordinator, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC's continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We're looking for a dedicated Operations Team Project Coordinator to join our Building & Real Estate Engineering team and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Operations Team Project Coordinator to join our Building & Real Estate Engineering Teams. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering projects across SOCOTEC's Fire, Façade, Structural, and Building Safety Consultancy service lines. The post holder will work closely with operational and technical teams to ensure accurate project delivery, maintain quality standards, support project tracking, and drive continual improvement in technical processes and systems. The role plays a critical part in facilitating the team's ability to achieve project milestones, maintaining technical accuracy, and supporting the overall business objectives of the Engineering team.

You'll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in engineering (mechanical, structural, civil or similar field), along with knowledge of construction project delivery and relevant building regulations, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Coordinate project delivery across multiple engineering service lines on a daily basis whilst working with operational teams to achieve monthly targets

• Support technical teams during project execution stages to ensure accurate delivery across the Engineering business units

• Prepare project documentation, track milestones, and maintain quality assurance records throughout project lifecycles

• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner

• Deal with clients courteously and efficiently in a way that reinforces and harmonises the company/client relationships

• Comply with H&S Regulations

• Operate under SOCOTEC terms, conditions, and procedures

To be a successful Operations Team Project Coordinator, you should be able to demonstrate:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (mechanical, structural, civil or similar field) or a related discipline with relevant project coordination experience

• At least two years' experience in a similar project coordination or engineering support role, with a strong understanding of construction project delivery and building regulations

• Confident communicator with excellent customer service skills, self-motivated, able to prioritise and work on own initiative, as well as following instructions and working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining attention to detail and quality standards

• Proficiency in project tracking systems, documentation management, and quality assurance processes

• Commercial awareness and financial literacy to support business objectives and project profitability

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.