Commercial Administrator – Construction / Quantity Surveying – East London / Essex
Salary/Rate: £200–£300 per day, Temp-to-Perm
O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with one of the largest and most reputable construction companies in the world, generating multi-billion-pound annual turnover, who are looking to appoint a Commercial Administrator to support their Quantity Surveying team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous administrative experience within the construction industry who is looking to develop a long-term career in Quantity Surveying. The role will involve supporting a team of Quantity Surveyors with day-to-day commercial and administrative duties, providing valuable exposure to the fundamentals of quantity surveying and commercial management within a major construction business.
The position is initially offered on a temp-to-perm basis, with the opportunity to join the company permanently after approximately three to four months. For the right person, there is also a genuine opportunity to progress into a Trainee Quantity Surveyor position over time, making this an ideal stepping stone for someone keen to learn, develop and build a career in construction.
With the backing of a globally recognised contractor, the business can offer excellent long-term job security, structured career progression and opportunities to develop within one of the industry's leading organisations.
Role Overview:
Title: Commercial Administrator
Sector: Construction / Quantity Surveying
Location: East London / Essex
Salary/Rate: £200–£300 per day
Type: Temp-to-Perm, with the opportunity to go permanent after 3–4 months
Progression: Potential pathway into a Trainee Quantity Surveyor role
Start: ASAP, but can wait for the right person
Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the commercial team and Quantity Surveyors.
Assist with the preparation, organisation and maintenance of commercial documentation.
Help manage subcontractor paperwork, including enquiries, quotations, orders and supporting documentation.
Maintain accurate records of project costs, variations, valuations and commercial correspondence.
Assist with tracking purchase orders, invoices, payments and subcontractor accounts.
Support the Quantity Surveying team with spreadsheets, reports, trackers and general data entry.
Organise and maintain electronic filing systems to ensure commercial information is easily accessible.
Liaise with internal teams and subcontractors to obtain outstanding information and documentation.
Assist with general commercial administration to streamline workflows and allow Quantity Surveyors to focus on key project and financial responsibilities.
Develop an understanding of commercial processes, cost control and subcontractor management, with the opportunity to take on additional responsibilities as experience grows.
Requirements:
Previous administrative experience within a construction company or contractor environment.
A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in Quantity Surveying or commercial management or in working in a commercial construction environment.
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Confident communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with colleagues, subcontractors and wider project teams.
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new systems, processes and commercial procedures.
Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks while maintaining accurate records.
Any previous exposure to Quantity Surveying, subcontractor packages, purchase orders or commercial documentation would be advantageous.
A relevant construction or surveying qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.
Right to work in the UK.
If you're currently working in a construction administration role and are looking to take the next step towards a career in Quantity Surveying or are already working in a commercial administrator role, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on commercial experience within one of the world's leading construction companies, with a genuine pathway for progression.
Please contact Ned Scott-Mends on (phone number removed) to discuss the opportunity.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
