Project Coordinator at Core Laboratories in Aberdeen

Job description

SUMMARY The Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating technical studies, reviewing and integrating analytical data, and delivering high-quality reports and project outputs to clients. The role acts as a key link between laboratory teams, technical specialists, business development personnel, and clients, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with quality standards, timelines, and commercial requirements. The Project Coordinator plays a vital role in maintaining high standards expected by the company for technical excellence, customer service, and data integrity. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Perform project coordination and review analytical data generated from tests on rock, fluids, and gas samples, ensuring compliance with documented procedures and quality standards. Predominantly undertake office-based activities involving the review, integration, evaluation, and finalisation of core analysis datasets into client deliverables and technical reports. Coordinate and support studies involving, but not limited to, conventional core analysis (porosity and permeability), petrophysical datasets such as capillary pressure and formation factor, relative permeability, reservoir simulation, wettability testing, formation damage evaluation, geological data, chemistry, and reservoir fluid/PVT data. Review produced data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and conformance with quality standards and client requirements. Maintain oversight of project schedules, cost and invoice projections, and communicate project progress, risks, and issues to internal and external stakeholders. Work closely with technical staff and business development personnel to support test and workflow design, future product development, and the preparation of commercial proposals where required. Operate, calibrate, maintain, and assist with the setup and adjustment of laboratory equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and workplace practices, as required. Accurately complete and maintain worksheets, data forms, records, reports, and other project and laboratory documentation. Follow quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) procedures, reporting non-conformances and supporting corrective actions where required. Assist with the training and development of junior staff and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to ensure efficient operations and consistency of data and project delivery. Present analytical capabilities, technical results, and project outcomes to clients and other stakeholders in collaboration with business development personnel, as required. Comply with Company health, safety, environmental, and quality management requirements, including ISO Quality Management Systems and the Principles of Prevention. Identify and report unsafe practices, environmental concerns, non-conformances, and quality issues, taking appropriate action where required. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in compliance with Company procedures, applicable regulations, and workplace standards. Maintain the confidentiality of Company, client, and project information at all times. Travel domestically and internationally on an ad hoc basis to support business and client requirements. Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to operational excellence. QUALIFICATIONS Relevant experience in project coordination, technical reporting, laboratory operations, or data management. Educated to a minimum HNC or equivalent in a science subject, or relevant experience. Degree in physical science related subject (desirable) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to work independently and co