Commercial Assistant

SeaGate Homes; Spalding; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

23 Days Holiday (which increases with 

Job summary

Seagate Homes in Spalding seeks a Commercial Assistant to join our Commercial Department on a 37.5-hour week. No prior construction experience is required; we value a positive attitude, strong organisational skills and a willingness to learn. Full training and ongoing support are provided to help you grow within the business.

You will gain exposure to purchasing, invoicing, payments, cost control and project administration, while developing practical skills for a long-term career in construction.

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are important for handling multiple tasks.
• Comfortable with numbers and able to communicate with colleagues, suppliers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with raising and managing purchase orders for materials and subcontractors.
• Checking and processing supplier invoices.
• Supporting the processing of subcontractor payment applications.
• Updating spreadsheets and maintaining accurate project information.
• Communicating with suppliers, subcontractors and site teams.
• Assisting with the procurement of materials and subcontractors.
• Helping to prepare reports and commercial information.
• Providing general administrative support across the Commercial Department.

Skills

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Organised

Attention to detail

Numerical

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation

Learning mindset

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a Commercial Assistant to join our Commercial Department based in Spalding (37.5 hours per week). No previous construction experience is required – we are looking for the right person with a positive attitude, strong organisational skills, and a willingness to learn. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing housebuilding company and gain experience across all areas of the Commercial Department. You will learn about purchasing, subcontractor management, payments, invoicing, cost control and project administration, while developing valuable skills that can lead to a long-term career within the construction industry.

Working alongside our experienced Commercial team, you will receive hands‑on training and mentoring, giving you the opportunity to build your knowledge and progress within the business.

The Role:

• Assisting with raising and managing purchase orders for materials and subcontractors
• Checking and processing supplier invoices
• Supporting the processing of subcontractor payment applications
• Updating spreadsheets and maintaining accurate project information
• Communicating with suppliers, subcontractors and site teams
• Assisting with the procurement of materials and subcontractors
• Helping to prepare reports and commercial information
• Providing general administrative support across the Commercial Department

Over time, you will learn how construction projects are commercially run, from initial information preparation, purchasing and orders through to completion.

The Person:

Experience is not essential. We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Organised with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working with numbers
• Confident communicating with colleagues, suppliers and subcontractors
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Motivated to develop new skills and progress their career
• Computer literate, with a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Full training will be provided, so previous experience in construction, buying or quantity surveying is not required. For those who want to progress this role can provide a pathway into areas such as:

• Quantity Surveying
• Buying / Procurement
• Contracts Management

Our Company and Benefits:

It is our forward thinking and strong team that has made us one of the largest private home builders in Lincolnshire. The team have passion for our business and work hard, and in return, we are respected and well rewarded. For those with a desire to progress their careers, we are very happy to support, mentor, upskill, and train them. There are always opportunities to work your way up within the team through ambition, dedication, and motivation.

As part of working for Seagate Homes, and specifically for this role, we offer:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• 23 Days Holiday (which increases with time)
• Training and skills development as required/desired

If you are enthusiastic, organised and looking for an opportunity to start a career with real progression opportunities, we would like to hear from you.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and must be able to demonstrate this with the relevant documentation.