Project Coordinator Contract Jobs in Sheffield
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Nature City Norwich Project Coordinator
Posted 2 days ago by South Norfolk and Broadland Council
Do you have a passion for the environment and a talent for delivering complex, multi-partner projects?We're looking for...
- Rate £41,512 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Norwich, Norfolk
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Posted 3 days ago by Aquent
About The Hiring CompanyAquent is partnering with a market leader in AI-driven corporate learning solutions, dedicated t...
- Rate £40,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Project Coordinator (Docklands)(18 months contract)
Posted 5 days ago by Airswift
Airswift is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to join a major offshore decommissioning project. The Decommissio...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Not specified
- Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Technical Project Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
Posted 1 week ago by Elysia Battery Intelligence
OverviewThis role sits within the PMO side of Programmes, helping improve Elysia’s delivery excellence, governance, tool...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Onsite
- Location Kidlington, England, United Kingdom
Procurement Project Coordinator / Project Support Specialist
Posted 1 week ago by Expleo Group
The OpportunityYou'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of strategic programmes and projects aligned to wider b...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Inside
- Work type Not specified
- Location Lighthorne, Warwick (CV35), CV35 0RR
Global Project Travel & Logistics Coordinator (6 Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Posted 1 week ago by Heatherwick Studio
We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Global Project Travel & Logistics Coordinator to take ownership o...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Not specified
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Project Coordinator Contract Roles in Sheffield
What does a project coordinator contractor do?
As a contract Project Coordinator, you are hired to support the delivery of projects and programmes by managing the coordination tasks that ensure workstreams, resources, and stakeholders stay aligned throughout the project lifecycle. The role sits between Project Administrator and Project Manager in terms of responsibility, with Project Coordinators taking a more active role in tracking deliverables, managing dependencies, coordinating resources across workstreams, and acting as a central point of contact for project communications and status tracking. Project Coordinators are brought in to provide additional support capacity on large programmes, to coordinate specific workstreams within a wider delivery structure, or to manage the coordination of a defined project where a full Project Manager is not required.
What sets strong Project Coordinator contractors apart is build on the administrative foundation of project support with greater involvement in active project management processes. Experience maintaining project plans and tracking progress against milestones, managing project risks and issues at an operational level, coordinating between internal teams and external suppliers, and producing clear project status communications is expected. Proficiency in project management tools including Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms is widely expected. The ability to flag emerging delivery risks clearly to the Project Manager, to chase actions and dependencies without being directed to do so, and to keep the project communication infrastructure running smoothly under pressure is the hallmark of a strong Project Coordinator contractor. PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent is well regarded and often a minimum expectation for Project Coordinator roles on larger programmes.
What is the market like for project coordinator contractors?
The Project Coordinator contract market is a high-volume and active market across all sectors where significant project activity creates demand for coordination support. Technology implementation programmes, construction and infrastructure delivery, and large change management programmes are among the most consistent sources of Project Coordinator contract demand. The market is competitive given the supply of candidates with project coordination experience, but contractors who combine strong organisational skills with sector-specific knowledge, proficiency in specific project management platforms, or a clear pathway towards the Project Manager level through PRINCE2 or APM qualification are in a stronger commercial position. Rates sit above Project Administrator level to reflect the more active delivery coordination responsibility of the role.
What is the contracting market like in Sheffield?
Advanced manufacturing and engineering research, linked to the University of Sheffield and surrounding firms, give the city a specialist contractor niche that sets it apart from its Yorkshire neighbour Leeds. Engineering, materials science, and technical project management roles generated by this cluster are difficult to replicate elsewhere in the north of England. NHS trusts serving South Yorkshire are substantial employers across clinical systems, operational improvement, and IT. A smaller but visible digital and technology community around the city centre is adding development, data, and design work year on year. Many contractors operate across both Sheffield and Leeds, treating the two as a single market. For those with engineering or manufacturing backgrounds, Sheffield offers a concentration of relevant opportunity that larger cities often lack.
How much do project coordinator contractors usually earn in Sheffield?
Contract rates for project coordinator roles in Sheffield typically range from £225 to £405 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many project coordinator vacancies in Sheffield are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 project coordinator contract roles across the site, with Sheffield showing regular listings. Data reviewed up to July 2026.