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Counter-UAS Engineering Lead Associate Contractor
Posted 4 days ago by Infinity Systems Engineering LTD
The Counter-UAS Engineering Lead Associate Contractor role involves leading engineering efforts related to counter-unman...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Bristol, Somerset, UK
Project Coordinator - UK
Posted 4 days ago by 83zero Limited
The role of Project Coordinator / Project Controller involves supporting the delivery of large-scale cyber security proj...
- Rate £301 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
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Posted 4 days ago by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
The Finance & Legal Transformation Manager will spearhead complex legal entity restructuring and transformation initiati...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Bristol, Somerset, UK
AJAX In-Service Engineering Manager - SC cleared - Bristol (BS34)
Posted 5 days ago by Evodia Limited
The In-Service Engineering Manager role at Evodia Limited involves overseeing engineering activities for the UK's AJAX f...
- Rate £770 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Bristol (BS34)
Project Coordinator
Posted 6 days ago by 83zero Limited
The Project Coordinator / Project Controller role is focused on supporting the delivery of large-scale cyber security pr...
- Rate £301 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Senior/Principal Safety Engineer – Defence Land Systems - Contract
Posted 7 days ago by Infinity Systems Engineering LTD
The Senior/Principal Safety Engineer role at Infinity Systems Engineering involves supporting a major UK defence land sy...
- Rate £650 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Bristol (BS34)
Senior Relationship Manager (SWB5)
Posted 7 days ago by Arts Council England
The Senior Relationship Manager at Arts Council England is responsible for managing partnerships and investments across...
- Rate £50,468 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Senior Application Security Specialist
Posted 7 days ago by FDM Group
The Senior Mobile Security Specialist role at FDM involves leading the mobile security framework for a client in the fin...
- Rate £120,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
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About Our Project Coordinator Contract Roles in Bristol
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 Bristol?
Aerospace, defence, and advanced engineering distinguish Bristol from other cities of comparable size. Major employers in the north fringe and surrounding area generate consistent requirements for systems engineering, safety-critical software, and security-cleared contractors, while the Temple Quarter and harbour area house a thriving technology and digital scene producing roles in product, design, data, and full stack development. Financial services and insurance employers add further breadth. This combination of engineering heritage and a vibrant digital economy gives the city unusual variety in its contracting opportunities. Defence and aerospace roles requiring security clearance command rates that rival the capital, while the broader technology and change market offers strong opportunity at a noticeably lower cost of living.
How much do project coordinator contractors usually earn in Bristol?
Contract rates for project coordinator roles in Bristol typically range from £250 to £450 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many project coordinator vacancies in Bristol are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 project coordinator contract roles across the site, with Bristol showing consistent demand. Data reviewed up to June 2026.