Administrator / SHEQ Project Administration Assistant

AWD online; Nechells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking an organised and proactive Administrator / SHEQ Project Administration Assistant. The successful candidate will manage Health and Safety documentation and provide essential project support across multiple sites. Key qualifications include strong organisational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a full UK driving license. This role offers competitive benefits including 33 days of holiday and a company van.

Benefits

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Free on-site parking

Company van

Pension

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service protection

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence for regular site travel.
• Previous experience in construction administration or a project-based environment.
• Experience with Health and Safety documentation and processes.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily administrative support across construction sites.
• Ensuring accurate handling and control of project paperwork.
• Coordinating and updating Health and Safety documentation.
• Conducting site visits for document control.
• Assisting with audits and preparing training materials.
• Coordinating documentation requirements with subcontractors.
• Maintaining organised electronic and paper records.
• Completing and maintaining SHEQ administration report.
• Supporting client-required vetting procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Experience in construction administration

Health and Safety documentation experience

Willingness for training

Job description

Administrator / SHEQ Project Administration Assistant

We have a great opportunity to join our team at McDermotts. We are looking for an organised and proactive Administrator / SHEQ Project Administration Assistant to support Health and Safety documentation, compliance processes, and project administration across multiple construction sites, ensuring accurate coordination and efficient workflows.

Job Overview

The role focuses on documentation, compliance and providing reliable support across site operations. You will help maintain project files, support audits, and ensure the smooth handling of Health and Safety documentation. Your organisational skills will contribute to efficient and compliant project administration.

Location

You will be based at Aston, Birmingham, West Midlands (B6) and will be required to travel between projects nationwide, so a full UK driving licence is essential. Company vehicle is provided.

Working Hours

7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Duties

• Providing Project Support – Delivering daily administrative support across construction sites
• Managing Documentation – Ensuring accurate handling and control of project paperwork
• Maintaining Compliance Records – Coordinating and updating Health and Safety documentation
• Conducting Site Visits – Supporting document control and project administration on site
• Preparing Information – Assisting with audits, toolbox talks, and training materials
• Liaising with Subcontractors – Coordinating documentation requirements and submissions
• Maintaining Filing Systems – Keeping electronic and paper records organised and up to date
• Updating Reports – Completing and maintaining the SHEQ administration report
• Supporting Vetting Processes – Assisting with client‑required vetting procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence for regular site travel
• Previous experience in construction administration or a project‑based environment
• Experience with Health and Safety documentation and processes
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development

Benefits

• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Free on‑site parking
• Company van
• Pension
• BHSF Health Cash Plan
• Death in Service protection

Equal Opportunity Statement

McDermotts is an equal opportunities employer and we value diversity. All engagement is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. Applicants from outside the UK must have a suitable visa or the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this job.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team for review.