Construction Commercial Assistant: Training, Progression & Benefits

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

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.