CORE FUNCTION
Provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Property Development Management and Maintenance Department. The role ensures the efficient coordination of documentation, procurement, reporting, and communication processes related to construction, maintenance, and development projects.
REPORTING AND ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Maintenance and Facilities Engineer
Works closely with: Maintenance Supervisors and the Procurement Team
Liaises with (externally): Contractors, Suppliers, Service Providers, and Regulatory Agencies
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESAdministrative and Coordination Duties
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Project and Maintenance Coordinator and the wider department.
- Prepare and maintain project related documents, such as purchase orders, invoices and other related documentation.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, site visits, and inspections with internal teams and external contractors.
- Draft correspondence, reports, minutes, and memos as required.
- Maintain an updated record of ongoing and completed projects, timelines, and budget summaries.
- Track work orders, quotations, and maintenance requests to ensure timely follow-up and completion.
- Manage communication between departments, suppliers, and contractors to support seamless project execution.
- Support the preparation and submission of project tenders, bids, and permit applications.
Procurement and Financial Support
- Assist with the sourcing, purchasing, and tracking of materials, tools, and supplies.
- Prepare and process purchase orders, payment requests, and invoices in keeping with company procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels of maintenance materials and ensure timely reordering.
- Maintain financial logs and assist in tracking project expenses and budgets.
Project and Maintenance Support
- Assist in coordinating small-scale maintenance and repair tasks and follow up on work progress.
- Support the preparation of project status updates and weekly maintenance schedules.
- Liaise with contractors, tradesmen, and other service providers to confirm appointments and ensure job completion.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, building codes, and safety regulations when assisting with documentation.
Recordkeeping and Reporting
- Maintain digital and physical filing systems for easy retrieval of project and maintenance records.
- Prepare monthly departmental performance summaries and project progress reports for management.
- Track and report on permit renewals, contractor certifications, and other regulatory requirements.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE
- Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
- At least 2-5 years of administrative experience, preferably in a construction, facilities management, or project-based environment.
- Knowledge of basic project coordination or construction processes will be a distinct advantage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong administrative, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong recordkeeping and reporting abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate among different stakeholders.
- Basic understanding of project management principles and construction terminology.
- Proficiency in preparing, formatting, and editing documents, reports, and spreadsheets.
- Team-oriented, with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.