Technical Administrator

Location: Exeter (Site Based)

Rate: £14.00 per hour.

Duration: Contract until September / Full-Time (5 Days per Week).

Client: Tier 1 Main Contractor.

Are you an experienced Administrator with a strong background in the Highways or Civil Engineering sector?

We are currently recruiting for a Technical Administrator to join a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a major highways project based in Exeter. This is a 100% site-based role requiring a candidate who understands the fast-paced nature of a live construction environment.

Working as part of the site delivery team, you will provide essential technical and administrative support to the Project Managers, Engineers, and Commercial team. You will be responsible for ensuring that all project documentation, compliance records, and site data are maintained to the highest standard.

• Document Control: Manage the upload and distribution of technical drawings, specifications, and reports using project management software.

• RFI & TQ Tracking: Maintain the registers for Requests for Information (RFIs) and Technical Queries (TQs), ensuring timely responses from the engineering teams.

• Site Records: Coordinate and file site diaries, weekly allocation sheets, and plant/labour returns.

• Permit & NRSWA Support: Assist with the administration of road space bookings, street works notices, and permit-to-work documentation.

• As-Built Records: Assist the site engineers in the collection and filing of "As-Built" data and quality assurance (QA) records.

• Inductions & Access: Manage the site induction process, including checking competencies (CSCS/CPCS) and maintaining the workforce management system.

Please Note: The client will only consider candidates with previous experience in Highways Construction.

• Highways Experience: Proven experience working in a site-based administrative role for a highways or heavy civils project.

• Technical Literacy: Ability to understand construction terminology, technical drawings, and project registers.

• IT Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office (specifically Excel) and experience with Document Control systems.

• Location: Must be able to commute to the site in Exeter 5 days a week.

• Reliability: Strong organizational skills and the ability to work autonomously in a busy site office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a high-profile infrastructure project. You will gain exposure to industry-leading processes and play a vital role in the successful delivery of a major highways scheme.

How to Apply: If you meet the mandatory highways experience requirement, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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