Project Administrator

Project Administrator Permanent Ipswich (3 days per week in the office) 25,000 - 35,000 DOE 1st October 2025Who we are:Were not just talking about making a difference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.Youll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.About the role:As Project Administrator within the Energy Services team, youll support in the successful delivery of projects. Day to day youll assist in the co-ordination of the different product streams. Youll be responsible for the loading and reporting of product leads and opportunities with customers. This role will keep you on your toes as youll need to record and respond to all customer queries within 48 hours of receipt. Where contractors are required for projects, youll manage the contractor works. So, youll incorporate contractor management reporting to ensure Drax delivers excellent customer service, compliance with health and safety and receives value for money from contractors. Youll schedule internal and external meetings for customer proposals and liaise with colleagues on opportunities. And as youre responsible for the trackers, youll monitor and report on project progress, ensuring that proposals are issued to customers in a consistent and timely manner.Who were looking for:To be successful in this role youll ideally have- Excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.- Be highly organised and able to manage your own daily priorities- Able to draw on past project experience within process design and implementation to enable continuous improvement- Be comfortable using multiple systems/online platforms including Microsoft OfficeRewards and benefits:As you help us to shape the future, weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and supportyour lifestyle. If successful in this role youll get:- A discretionary bonus depending on company performance- Private Healthcare- SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time- Personal accident cover- Group personal pension plan where well pay up to 10%- Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays- Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional bodyWere committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.Together, we make it happen.At Drax, were committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.Talk to us about flexible working!How to apply:Think this roles for you? Click the apply now button to begin your Drax journey.If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If youd like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email [email protected] reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.#LI-HYBRID

Created: 2025-09-19