Commercial Administrator

Your new company
Our client is a rapidly expanding, owner-managed group business based in Penrith. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Administrator to join their dynamic Commercial team on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal role within a fast-paced and well-regarded business. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will support Quantity Surveyors and play a key role in ensuring the smooth management of subcontractor information, payments, regulatory documentation, and cross-departmental coordination.
Your new role

• Contributing to the accurate preparation and timely processing of subcontractor payments.
• Maintaining precise and well-organised records of subcontractor orders, certificates, and payment documentation.
• Ensuring all subcontractor details remain up to date.
• Submitting applications for roads, sewers, service diversions, energy provider registrations, and Openreach applications.
• Managing the administration of permits, licences, and consents, including renewals and the submission of all required applications.
• Supporting compliance activities by assisting with documentation and processes for relevant regulations.
• Working closely with construction teams to ensure all required documentation is complete before property handovers.
• Preparing accurate minutes and action points for meetings.
  

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office including Outlook, Excel and Word.
  
• Confidence in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders such as subcontractors, suppliers and local authorities.
  
• A professional, polite and well-mannered approach.
  
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn new skills and processes.
  
• Experience within the Construction industry is desirable but not required.
  

• A clear pathway for progression with opportunities to train across multiple disciplines within the business
  
• A supportive commercial team and cross-departmental exposure
  
• Competitive salary based on experience
  
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme