Configuration Control Administrator

BAM UK & Ireland; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

8% matched pension contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

Wellbeing days

Volunteering day

Personal and professional development

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is seeking a Configuration Control Administrator for a live MOD facility in Plymouth. You will manage configuration and information systems, process user access, maintain records, and support governance, security and quality requirements.

The role requires strong digital skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. BPSS clearance is required and site-based work is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Business Administration desirable.
• Proficient with databases/spreadsheets, MS 365 apps, and digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project records, registers and databases in line with procedures.
• Administer configuration and information management systems.
• Process user accounts and access removals as directed by the Coordinator.
• Enter and validate project information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support document and information control processes and audits.
• Assist with onboarding, reporting and GDPR/security governance tasks.
• Prepare meeting records and administrative documentation as required.

Skills

Digital skills

Databases & spreadsheets

Microsoft 365

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Process adherence

Reliability

Learning agility

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English & Maths

NVQ in Business Admin

Admin/digital quals desirable

Tools

SharePoint

Common Data Environments

Project information system

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

KierBAM are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam UK & Ireland – BAM UK & Ireland’s Infrastructure segment are currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking a Configuration Control Administrator.

The Configuration Control Administrator will support the day-to-day administration of project configuration and information management systems, ensuring information is accurately recorded, maintained and controlled in accordance with project procedures. The role is responsible for supporting data management activities, maintaining project records, administering routine system processes, assisting users with system-related queries and ensuring project information remains complete, secure and accessible. Working closely with the Configuration Control Coordinator and wider project teams, you will contribute to the effective control of project information and support compliance with governance, security and quality requirements. To succeed in this role, you should be highly organised, methodical and comfortable working with digital systems and large volumes of information. You should be willing to learn new systems and processes and possess a strong attention to detail.

Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks.

Eligibility criteria: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

Your team

• Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
• Contract: Permanent, 42.5 hours a week

Making Possible

In this role, you will be working in a live MOD facility. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Maintain project records, registers and databases in accordance with approved procedures.
• Support the administration of configuration and information management systems.
• Process user account requests, amendments and access removals as directed by the Configuration Control Coordinator.
• Enter, update and validate project information to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with maintaining configuration item records and associated documentation.
• Perform routine quality checks on project data and elevate any discrepancies identified.
• Support document and information control processes.
• Respond to basic user queries and provide guidance on standard system processes.
• Assist with project onboarding activities, including user setup and induction administration.
• Maintain system filing structures and record retention requirements.
• Generate routine reports and provide administrative support for audits and compliance reviews.
• Support GDPR, information security and project governance requirements.
• Assist with testing system updates and recording outcomes when required.
• Prepare meeting records, action logs and administrative documentation as required.
• Support the Configuration Control Coordinator and Configuration Control Manager with general administrative duties.
• This profile is not exhaustive. From time to time, you may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within your capabilities and, where necessary, training, and full support will be given.

What do you bring to the role?

Essential

• Good digital skills and confidence using computer-based systems.
• Experience working with databases, spreadsheets, records or administrative systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with large volumes of information.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow processes, procedures and instructions consistently.
• Reliable, methodical and able to manage routine administrative activities.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Able to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Desirable

• Experience working within configuration control, document control, administration environments aviation / defence logistics.
• Experience in engineering, construction, infrastructure, defence projects or defence / aviation logistics.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Common Data Environments (CDEs) or project information systems.
• Understanding of GDPR and information security requirements.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and controlled documentation processes.

Academic Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in administration, information management or digital systems desirable.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

The application process

For more information about the vacancy and our projects, please contact Zainab Rubbani, Recruiter, BAM UK & Ireland (Infrastructure), Email: [e-mail]

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.