Administrator - Construction

Think Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Think Recruitment is seeking a Retrofit Administrator in Peterborough to support retrofit programmes and energy efficiency projects. You will manage documentation, schedules, and compliance across multiple projects, ensuring timely responses and accurate records.

Ideal candidates will have admin experience in construction or retrofit sectors, strong Excel and communication skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining project trackers and client portals.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, ideally in construction or retrofit sectors.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Proficient with MS Office: Excel, Outlook, Word.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for retrofit and energy efficiency programmes.
• Manage project documentation, ensuring records are accurate and compliant.
• Schedule surveys, assessments, installations, and inspections.
• Liaise with residents, clients, subcontractors and internal teams on updates.
• Maintain retrofit project trackers and databases.
• Process and upload documentation to client portals and compliance systems.
• Monitor project milestones and assist with reporting requirements.
• Support funding and compliance evidence packs preparation.
• Handle incoming enquiries and provide customer service.
• Assist Retrofit Coordinator and project team with day-to-day administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Communication skills

Job description

Retrofit Administrator

Location: Peterborough

Salary: 28,000 - 32,000

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

We are a well-established maintenance and property services contractor delivering high-quality repairs, maintenance, and retrofit programmes across residential properties. Due to continued growth and increasing demand within the energy efficiency sector, we are seeking an organised and proactive Retrofit Administrator to support the successful delivery of our retrofit projects.

The Role

As a Retrofit Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the retrofit team, ensuring projects are administered efficiently and comply with industry standards and funding requirements. You will work closely with Retrofit Coordinators, Assessors, Site Teams, Clients, and Residents to maintain accurate records and facilitate smooth project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for retrofit and energy efficiency programmes.
• Manage project documentation, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and compliant.
• Schedule surveys, assessments, installations, and inspections.
• Liaise with residents, clients, subcontractors, and internal teams regarding appointments and project updates.
• Maintain retrofit project trackers and databases.
• Process and upload documentation to client portals and compliance systems.
• Monitor project milestones and assist with reporting requirements.
• Support the preparation of funding and compliance evidence packs.
• Handle incoming enquiries and provide excellent customer service.
• Assist the Retrofit Coordinator and project management team with day-to-day administration.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within construction, maintenance, social housing, or retrofit sectors.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience working with compliance documentation and client portals would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of PAS 2035, ECO4, SHDF, or retrofit programmes would be beneficial but not essential as training can be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within a growing business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that improve energy efficiency and sustainability.