Construction - Business Support Administrator

Glanua; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Business Support Administrator to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations and compliance with company objectives. The role involves vendor management, administrative support, and helping with procurement processes. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in MS Office tools. This position is vital for maintaining efficiency and supporting operational functions within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational environments is beneficial.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of commercial and/or financial processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support.
• Oversee vendor onboarding and compliance checks.
• Support process improvements and monitor operational effectiveness.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Construction - Business Support Administrator

Application Details

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Job Description

The Business Support Administrator provides essential support to Aqua Operations Limited, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and compliance with company objectives. Acting as a central coordination point, the role bridges administrative, operational, procurement, and commercial functions to maintain efficiency and governance. A core responsibility is vendor management, assisting with due diligence, onboarding, compliance checks, and ongoing performance reviews. The postholder maintains the vendor register, monitors service quality, and ensures suppliers meet company standards and industry regulations. Beyond vendor oversight, the role supports procurement and commercial activities, including assisting operations managers with contract costings, using the ERP system to manage data and transactions, generating client quotes, and processing sales orders from purchase order receipt through to invoicing. The administrator also supports the Compliance Manager with audits, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position demands attention to detail, strong organisation, and proactive problem-solving. By managing critical processes, the Business Support Administrator helps AOL deliver reliable services, meet compliance obligations, and drive long-term efficiency and success.

Main Responsibilities

• Business & Operational Support: Provide day-to-day administrative support, including correspondence handling, record-keeping, and document preparation.
• Maintain filing systems and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate communication across teams and departments.
• Vendor Management (Approval & Review): Oversee vendor onboarding, due diligence, and compliance checks.
• Maintain and update the approved vendor register.
• Conduct performance and compliance reviews, liaise with teams on supplier needs, and support negotiations.
• Ensure vendor records are accurate and audit-ready.
• Operational Efficiency & Compliance: Support process improvements and monitor operational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and corporate standards.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Support commercial activities, including contract costings, generating client quotes, and managing sales orders via the ERP system (projects, purchase orders, invoices).

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience of working within an operational environment, with some awareness of commercial and/or financial processes would be beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

Sector

• construction

Career Level

• Not Required