Construction Commercial Admin & Cost Coordination

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

Job summary

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) is partnering with a leading Main Contractor to recruit a Commercial Assistant in Cambridge. The role centers on coordinating information within the commercial team and supporting quantity surveyors with documentation, quotes, and cost tracking.

The successful candidate will manage purchase orders, subcontractor paperwork, invoices, and cost reports while maintaining clear communication with the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years+ experience as an Administrator, preferably in Construction.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate information within the commercial team.
• Check and format documents and manage organisational tasks.
• Collaborate with the Commercial team and communicate with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist quantity surveyors by collecting drawings and specs for quotes.
• Help prepare purchase orders and standard subcontractor agreements.
• Review monthly invoices and payment requests from subcontractors.
• Maintain subcontractor records including insurance certificates and safety paperwork.
• Assist with monthly cost reports by gathering cost and income data.

Skills

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs (English & Maths)

Job description

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) is partnering with a leading Main Contractor to recruit a Commercial Assistant in Cambridge. The role centers on coordinating information within the commercial team and supporting quantity surveyors with documentation, quotes, and cost tracking.

The successful candidate will manage purchase orders, subcontractor paperwork, invoices, and cost reports while maintaining clear communication with the team.