Construction Office Manager - Solihull - Lead Ops & Admin

Solum Assets Ltd; Shirley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Solum Assets Ltd in Solihull is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee the daily running of the office and support senior management in a busy construction environment.

You will manage facilities, budgets, HR records, and external providers while maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service. The role requires strong organisational skills, leadership, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an Office Manager or Senior Administration role
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages and office management systems
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively
• Experience within a construction business and environment would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the office to ensure efficiency and professionalism
• Manage office facilities, supplies, equipment, and external service providers
• Support senior management with operational and administrative duties
• Supervise administrative and support staff
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and inductions where required
• Maintain HR records including holidays, absence monitoring, and staff documentation
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GDPR, and health & safety requirements
• Manage office budgets, invoices, supplier relationships, and general expenditure
• Coordinate meetings, diaries, and internal communications
• Maintain office procedures and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Support with reporting and general business administration tasks
• Ensure excellent customer service standards are maintained throughout the office

Skills

Office management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Independent working

Construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Solum Assets Ltd in Solihull is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee the daily running of the office and support senior management in a busy construction environment.

You will manage facilities, budgets, HR records, and external providers while maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service. The role requires strong organisational skills, leadership, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.