Project Administrator

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**Job Summary**

The **Project Administrator** is responsible for setting up all vendor accounts and creating and updating purchase orders in SAP ERP system. The incumbent will work closely with the project operations, procurement, cost control, finance, corporate data master team and vendors daily. This position is located in the **Lower Mainland** and reports to the Project Finance Manager.

**Project Administrator Responsibilities**:

- Complete SAP vendor account set up by working closely and timely with vendor finance team to gather all required documentation and complete set up processes required by Corporate Data Master team. Problem-solve all issues that arise during the vendor set up process.
- Create Purchase Order in SAP ERP system by working closely with project procurement team, cost control team, finance team, and construction team. Ensure all required Purchase Requisition approvals, Changer Order approvals and relevant documentation are received strictly following the Project Procure to Pay standard operating procure as established by the Project Finance Manager.
- Perform and maintain organized documentation and filing electronically.
- Write up and update work procedures and recommend improvement opportunities to Finance manager.
- Respond to inquiries from vendors, corporate team, internal project teams in timely and professional manner.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by Finance Manager and Project Management.
- Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

**What You Bring to the Team**:

- Minimum of 3+ years of working with purchase orders in Financial ERP system.
- Experience with SAP ERP system is highly preferred.
- Accounting or general office experience in the construction industry is highly preferred.
- Basic knowledge of Procure to Payment process, Three Way Match principle.
- Intermediate level of computer skills in MS Word and MS Excel.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple deadlines and tasks within a fast-paced high-pressure work environment.
- Strong communication skills, ability to deal tactfully with vendors, project finance team and other internal teams (corporate team, project operations, management)
- Collaborative work style with strong ability to work both independently and as a team
- Ability to follow strict work procedures and instructions and have a strong sense of work ethic
- Results-driven attitude and ability to follow through to the end to resolve issues.

The expected pay range for this position is $65,000.00 - $75,000.00.