Job Description: Travel Coordinator

Company: Compass Project Consulting
Location: Kadawatha, Sri Lanka
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Project Consulting / Travel Coordination

About the Company:
Compass Project Consulting is a recognized and award-winning consultancy known for delivering high-quality, value-driven project development services across diverse sectors. With an experienced and multidisciplinary team, Compass helps clients navigate complex projects by providing effective, customized solutions that consistently lead to successful outcomes.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Travel Coordinator to support our dynamic operations. This role involves managing all travel-related logistics for teams based in Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, communicative, and capable of coordinating travel across multiple time zones while optimizing cost and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and manage all domestic and international travel logistics, including flights, visas, hotels, and local transport
Coordinate with HR and project teams in KSA and UAE to ensure timely mobilization/demobilization
Work closely with airlines, agents, and vendors to ensure efficient and policy-compliant travel arrangements
Maintain accurate records of bookings, invoices, and travel documentation
Resolve travel-related issues and emergencies swiftly and professionally
Share organized and professional travel itineraries with all stakeholders

Qualifications & Skills:

Certificate or diploma in Travel & Tourism (IATA certification preferred)
2–5 years’ experience in travel coordination or a related field
Knowledge of international flight and hotel booking systems
Familiar with visa processes, especially for the Middle East
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work across time zones

Additional Requirements:

Flexible to work within UAE/KSA business hours
Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of handling multiple bookings simultaneously

Advanced Summary Table

Category	Details
Position	Travel Coordinator
Company	Compass Project Consulting
Location	Kadawatha, Sri Lanka
Job Type	Full-Time
Industries	Project Consulting / Corporate Travel
Experience Required	2–5 years
Educational Background	Travel & Tourism Certificate or Diploma
Key Skills	Booking systems, visa processing, coordination
Software Proficiency	MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Time Zone Flexibility	Required (UAE/KSA hours)
Communication	Excellent English, both written and spoken
Certification	IATA (optional but an advantage)

Company Overview – Compass Project Consulting

Compass Project Consulting is a Dubai‑based consultancy founded in 2014, delivering world-class project management, quantity surveying, cost control, and construction advisory services across the MENA region and beyond gulftalent.com+4apollo.io+4compass-pc.com+4. With a workforce of around 230–255 professionals, the company has earned multiple industry awards including Middle East Consultant Awards for Project Management and Sustainable Project of the Year apollo.io+1signalhire.com+1.

Innovation is embedded in its operations through digital tools like BIM (Building Information Modeling), 5D cost planning, and real-time analytics that enhance transparency and decision-making accuracy. The firm routinely supports high-profile, sustainable construction projects from planning to delivery.

Customer focus is central: Compass collaborates closely with real estate developers, contractors, and clients to align objectives, ensure budget integrity, and anticipate challenges early in project lifecycles. This consultative method drives high satisfaction and repeat engagement.

Sustainability underscores their advisory philosophy, emphasizing energy-efficient design, waste minimization, and long-term cost optimization. Award-winning sustainable projects reflect this commitment to responsible consultancy.

Values such as integrity, collaboration, excellence, and accountability guide Compass’ culture, fostering a high-performance environment that values professional growth and ethical delivery across projects.

Current Career Opportunities (Accessible Remotely from Colombo)

Job Title	Specialty Area	Estimated Salary (LKR/month)
Graduate Trainee – Project Support	Project Development & Surveying	150,000 – 200,000
Junior Quantity Surveyor	Cost Control / BOQ Management	200,000 – 280,000
Quantity Surveyor	Commercial Management	300,000 – 400,000
Senior Quantity Surveyor	Contracts & Tender Estimation	400,000 – 550,000
Contracts/Commercial Manager	Contract Administration	500,000 – 700,000