Construction Project Administrator | St Albans | £28k-£31k

Red Door Recruitment; Bricket Wood; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected construction firm in Bricket Wood seeks a Construction Project Administrator to manage projects from start to finish. You'll negotiate effectively with suppliers, ensure timely ordering of materials, and maintain accurate financial records. Ideal candidates have over 2 years of project coordination experience and a valid UK driver’s license. The role offers a salary of up to £31k, hybrid working options, and various benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pension

Discretionary bonus

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a similar admin/project focused construction position.
• Valid, clean UK driver’s license is essential.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the timely ordering of materials and equipment.
• Negotiate effectively with suppliers for best prices.
• Maintain accurate project financial sheets.

Skills

Project Coordination Experience

Organizational Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

An established well-respected construction company based in Bricket Wood are looking for a Construction Project Administrator to join their close-knit team. This is an excellent opportunity, it is an exciting time to join the team as they are rapidly expanding!

The Project Co-Ordinator reports to the Operations Manager and plays a pivotal role in ensuring projects run smoothly, efficiently, and profitably.

You will be highly organised looking after projects from start to completion and ensuring every project starts on time, negotiating the best prices with suppliers, balancing cost savings with efficiency, and ensuring teams have exactly what they need, exactly when they need it.

This role would suit a candidate with Project Co-ordination experience, ideally from the construction industry. Due to the location of the office, a car driver with their own vehicle is required.

What’s in it for you;

Salary: Up to £31k depending on experience

Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm - hybrid working offered after probation

Healthcare, Pension, discretionary bonus

Progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the timely and accurate ordering of materials, equipment, and plant hire using a just-in-time approach to reduce costs and avoid delays.

Negotiate effectively with suppliers to secure the best possible prices and buying gains while maintaining quality

Maintain accurate project financial sheets, highlighting savings and efficiencies achieved

Ensure plant, fencing, and hired equipment are off hired promptly to avoid unnecessary costs

Prepare fully detailed work folders for installation teams

Manage customer, contractor, and colleague queries quickly and professionally throughout the project lifecycle

Ensure installation teams are properly inducted, and safety briefings are completed before works commence.

Track progress against budgets and timelines, escalating issues where necessary to keep delivery on course.

Undertake occasional site visits as required.

What the client is looking for;

At least 2 years+ in a similar admin/project focused construction position

Valid, clean UK driver’s licence (essential).

Exceptional organisational and planning skills with the ability to multi-task under pressure.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

Excellent attention to detail and sound judgement in decision-making.

Experience with project scheduling and coordination.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence suppliers and stakeholders.

CSCS card and health & safety qualifications desirable (can be supported as part of ongoing development)

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Please note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.