Office Administrator

Robert Hurst Group Ltd; Forest Hill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction support company based in Forest Hill is seeking a proactive Office Administrator to enhance office efficiency and support on-site teams. The role includes managing administration tasks, processing timesheets, and ensuring smooth communication between office staff and site teams. The ideal candidate will have strong organisation and Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to grow skills within a supportive team while gaining exposure to construction operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office packages.
• Proven office administration background.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise.

Responsibilities

• Manage general office administration including filing and data entry.
• Handle emails, phone calls, and office correspondence.
• Prepare reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office.
• Support on-site contractors with administrative tasks.
• Coordinate deliveries and manage paperwork.
• Assist in scheduling and meeting arrangements.
• Ensure efficient office communication.

Skills

Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Organisation skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Job description

Office Administrator

Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Administrator to support our busy office and on-site construction teams. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and can provide smooth administrative support across different parts of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• General office administration including filing, document control, data entry, and maintaining internal records
• Managing emails, phone calls, and day-to-day office correspondence
• Preparing and formatting reports, spreadsheets, and project documents using Microsoft Office
• Supporting on-site construction contractors with administrative tasks such as processing timesheets, organising paperwork, issuing site documents, and coordinating deliveries with manufacturers
• Dealing with manufacturers and suppliers
• Assisting the management team with scheduling, arranging meetings, and handling basic office finance tasks (e.g., purchase orders, invoices)
• Ensuring the office runs efficiently with good communication between office staff and site teams

Key Requirements

• Strong experience with Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proven office administration background with excellent organisation and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment

Desirable (but not essential)

• Knowledge or experience within the construction industry
• Understanding of estimating or commercial processes

Apply

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills within a supportive team while gaining valuable exposure to construction project operations. To apply, please send your CV or contact us for further details.