3543 — Project support officers

What this occupation covers

Project support officers assist in the organisation, planning, monitoring and direction of a project and ensure it is adequately resourced and on schedule.

Typical duties

analyses project components, organises them into a logical sequence and establishes the minimum time required for the project

creates and maintains a project timetable, helps ensure the project proceeds on schedule and manages relevant administrative elements of the project

advises on project procedures and assists the project team in decision making

liaises with and ensures effective communication between the project team, other departments, the project manager, the client and/or senior management

monitors the progress of the project and provides updates to project team, clients and other stakeholders

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements, although entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a BTEC/SQA award or equivalent qualifications. On-the-job training is usually provided, and professional qualifications are available.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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