Project Support Administrator

🗂️ Project Support Administrator - Bus Infrastructure Fund
📍 Location: Hybrid, Inverness
🕒 Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
📅 Contract: Fixed-Term until 31 March 2026
💰 Salary: £31,486 - £34,925
📌 Start Date: ASAP

Are you an organised and proactive administrator looking to support meaningful transport improvements across the Highlands? Join our client's Sustainable Transport team as a Project Support Administrator for the Bus Infrastructure Fund.

About the Role.

You'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of multiple transport infrastructure projects funded by Transport Scotland. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider team, you'll ensure smooth coordination, accurate reporting, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain project documentation and records in line with council and funding requirements

Schedule meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagements; prepare agendas and minutes

Assist with progress reports, financial summaries, and performance tracking
Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and community representatives

Support procurement processes and monitor budgets and claims

Ensure compliance with policies, funding conditions, and statutory requirements

What We're Looking For
Essential:

HNC/HND qualification or equivalent experience

Proven experience in project support or administration

Strong organisational and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Desirable:

Knowledge of transport infrastructure or public sector projects

Familiarity with Transport Scotland funding processes

Experience working with local authorities or public sector bodies

Working Relationships
You'll collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including:

Highland Council Bus Infrastructure Fund team

Public Transport and Project Design Unit colleagues

Transport Scotland and HITRANS representatives

BSIP Steering Group members

External contractors and consultants

Ready to make a difference in sustainable transport?

Please send your CV or give our office a call on 01463 240590 for a confidential chat.