Commercial Assistant

O'Neill & Brennan; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company Car Allowance

Hybrid working

Company pension

Professional development

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

O'Neill & Brennan in South Wales and the South West is seeking an experienced Commercial Assistant to support its growing Commercial Team across multiple projects. You will work with Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers on subcontract procurement and payment administration.

The role requires prior commercial administration experience in construction, strong organisational skills, and proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting commercial teams in the construction sector.
• Strong organisational and administrative capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Team with day-to-day administration of multiple projects.
• Manage subcontractor onboarding and ensure all compliance documentation is completed.
• Prepare and administer subcontract documentation and authorisations.
• Assist with subcontract payment applications and the Goods Received Note (GRN) process.
• Raise consultancy and minor works orders.
• Issue and monitor subcontract tender enquiries.
• Prepare tender analysis and settlement documentation.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting.
• Provide administrative support to Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Organisation

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Word

Outlook

Tools

CONNECT Software

Job description

Overview

Location: South Wales / South West (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Competitive Salary + Company Car / Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

An established and highly respected construction business is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Assistant to support its growing Commercial Team across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout South Wales and the South West.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous commercial administration experience within the construction industry who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their career within a business that genuinely invests in its people.

Working alongside Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial function from subcontract procurement through to payment administration.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Team with the day-to-day administration of multiple construction projects.
• Manage subcontractor onboarding and ensure all compliance documentation is completed.
• Prepare and administer subcontract documentation and authorisations.
• Assist with subcontract payment applications and the Goods Received Note (GRN) process.
• Raise consultancy and minor works orders.
• Issue and monitor subcontract tender enquiries.
• Prepare tender analysis and settlement documentation.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting.
• Provide administrative support to Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers throughout the project lifecycle.

What We\'re Looking For

We\'re keen to speak with individuals who already have experience supporting commercial teams within the construction sector and who are confident working in a busy project environment.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience working within a Commercial Team in the construction industry.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

• Experience using CONNECT Software

Candidates with previous CONNECT Software experience will be viewed particularly favourably, as this will allow them to make an immediate impact within the commercial team.

Experience with subcontract administration, procurement processes and commercial documentation would also be advantageous.

What\’s On Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company Car Allowance.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Genuine long-term career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you\'re looking to join a successful business where you can develop your commercial career whilst working alongside an experienced team on exciting construction projects, we\'d be pleased to hear from you.