Commercial Assistant

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK); Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning Main Contractor in Norwich is recruiting a Commercial Assistant to support the Commercial team. The role involves document management, communication with subcontractors, and assisting with procurement and cost reporting.

We seek candidates with 2+ years in administration, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to write clear, structured documents. Permanent role based in Norwich with competitive rewards and holiday allowance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years+ experience as an Administrator, preferably in a Construction environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office package.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed and structured documents.
• Roles include Commercial Administrator, Contract Administrator, Coordinator, Contract Coordinator, Construction Administrator, Site Administrator or Assistant QS.

Responsibilities

• Checking and formatting documents alongside organisational tasks.
• Work closely with the Commercial team and communicate effectively.
• Assist quantity surveyors by collecting project drawings and specs for quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Help prepare purchase orders and standard subcontractor agreements.
• Review monthly invoices and payment requests from subcontractors.
• Keep subcontractor records updated: insurance certificates and safety compliance.
• Assist with monthly cost reports by gathering cost and income data for QS.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation writing

Organizational skills

Education

GCSEs English and Maths (A*-C)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Commercial Assistant

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1447

Location: Norwich

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£30k-£35k basic salary (DOE) plus competitive package including staff rewards, local market leading holiday allowance

Company: An award winning Main Contractor operating in the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Leisure & Retail sectors, are seeking to recruit an experienced and effective Commercial Assistant to join their team in Norwich.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Checking and formatting documents alongside organisational tasks.
• This role involves good communication and working closely with the Commercial team.
• Assist quantity surveyors by collecting project drawings and specs to send to subcontractors and suppliers when looking for quotes.
• Help prepare purchase orders, and standard subcontractor agreements.
• Review monthly invoices and payment requests from subcontractors.
• Keep subcontractor records updated: Check and file essential subcontractor paperwork, like insurance certificates and safety compliance.
• Assist with monthly cost reports: Gather cost and income data to help Quantity Surveyors.

Desirable Experience

• Minimum of 2 years+ experience as an Administrator, preferably in a Construction environment, but candidates with no prior construction industry experience will be considered if previous work in a related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Package.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed and structured documents.
• Previous roles: Commercial Administrator OR Contract Administrator OR Coordinator OR Contract Coordinator OR Construction Administrator OR Site Administrator OR Assistant QS OR Commercial Coordinator.

Qualifications & Skills

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent qualifications, including English and Maths