Commercial Administrator

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Job summary

A construction firm in Manchester seeks a detail-oriented Billing / Commercial Administrator for their Small Works Department. This role supports invoicing processes and offers prospects in Quantity Surveying or Estimating. Candidates with construction experience and software familiarity are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, maintenance, or FM environment preferred.
• Familiarity with industry software advantageous.
• Desire to progress into Quantity Surveying or Estimating roles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit invoice-ready documentation based on completed works.
• Accurately build up costs using Schedule of Rates.
• Assist with small works tendering.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Tools

Eque2 Construction Manager

Causeway or similar software

Job description

Department: Small Works

Location: Manchester (Office-based)

Type: Full-Time Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Billing / Commercial Administrator to join our busy Small Works Department. This role is essential in supporting the commercial function, particularly around the preparation of invoice-ready documentation for completed responsive repairs. The position offers long-term career progression into Quantity Surveying or Estimating.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and submit invoice-ready documentation based on completed works

Accurately build up costs using Schedule of Rates

Input and manage data via Eque2 Construction Manager software

Break down and understand multi-trade works (plumbing, joinery, electrical, etc.)

Assist with small works tendering (typically GBP100-GBP350 in value)

Review subcontractor and supplier invoices, checking against purchase orders and agreed rates

Project Types & Clients

You will work on a wide variety of responsive maintenance and small works across:

Local Authorities

NHS Trusts

Schools and Academies

This is a high-volume, low-value environment, processing approximately 3,400 jobs annually ( 68 per week).

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience in a construction, maintenance or FM environment preferred

Familiarity with Eque2, causeway or similar industry software advantageous

Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness

Desire to progress into Quantity Surveying or Estimating roles

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