administrator

Wates; Dartford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates is seeking an organised and proactive Administrator to join our team supporting the delivery of a planned works programme in Dartford. You will play a key role in supporting operational teams, residents, subcontractors and client stakeholders, ensuring documentation and project administration are managed efficiently.

Ideal candidates will have Administration or Project Administration experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience in Administration or Project Administration roles.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in construction, social housing, repairs, or planned works is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to site management and project teams.
• Maintain and organise project documentation and records.
• Raise purchase orders and process invoices as needed.
• Update internal systems, trackers, and databases.
• Schedule meetings and coordinate diaries.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Stakeholder liaison

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are seeking an organised and proactive Administrator to join our team supporting the delivery of a planned works programme in Dartford., This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys playing a key role in supporting operational teams, residents, subcontractors, and client stakeholders. You will be at the heart of the project, ensuring documentation, communications, and project administration activities are managed efficiently and accurately.,

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to the site management and project teams.
• Managing and maintaining project documentation and records.
• Raising purchase orders and processing invoices where required.
• Updating internal systems, trackers, and databases.
• Scheduling meetings and coordinating diaries.
• Supporting resident liaison activities and maintaining accurate communication records.
• Producing reports, spreadsheets, meeting minutes, and general correspondence.
• Ensuring all project files and records are maintained in line with company procedures.
• Assisting with compliance documentation and auditing requirements.
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an Administration, Project Administrator, Site Administrator, or Office Administrator position.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience working within construction, social housing, repairs, maintenance, planned works, or a similar project environment would be advantageous.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workloads effectively.
• A proactive and positive approach to supporting project delivery.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on a long-term planned maintenance programme.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Stable workload with a reputable contractor operating within the social housing sector.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.