Office Administrator

Fawkes and Reece; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 Contractor in Southampton is seeking a proactive Office Administrator to support multiple site teams and manage compliance. The role offers an opportunity to grow in the construction sector, with projects ranging from £2m to £200m. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and preferably some experience within the industry. Excellent salary and career prospects are on offer for the right individual.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary

Benefits and promotional prospects

Qualifications

• Ability to liaise effectively with various teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated high standards of work and attention to detail.
• Ambition to grow and develop within a leading construction company.

Responsibilities

• Support site teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage compliance and ensure company procedures are followed.
• Lead administration and systems for the team, ensuring efficiency.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Experience in the construction industry

Job description

Location: Southampton
Salary: £26K- £30K per Year
Contract: Permanent
Type: Full Time

Reference: OACS011225_1764581081
Posted: December 1, 2025

Keen and ambitious Office Administrator required to join a leading Tier 1 Contractor based in the South Coast. With an impressive pipeline of future works across their Southern region already totalling above £2bn. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to expand their construction knowledge and be a part of a company that can provide a secure pipeline of works and a fantastic career pathway.

This Office Administrator role will involve regular liaison with the wider business, providing support to site teams from tender stage through until after care. Informing and keeping up to date with legislation changes and industry best practice and informing of any developments, ensuring correct changes and support is provided. You will be responsible for managing the compliance throughout the team. This Office Administrator will be joining a pre-existing and longstanding successful team.

As Office Administrator you will lead the administration and systems for the team, ensuring company procedure and best practice is followed in an organised and efficient manner.

This Office Administrator role is with one of the biggest construction contractors in the UK, with a impressive turnover, pipeline of works and a contractor paving the way in the UK. At present work is secured across the Hampshire, Dorset, Surrey & Sussex regions. Projects traditionally range in size from the smaller £2m up to £200m in value. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Office Administrator looking to work regionally, or potentially an ambitious graduate looking to create a career pathway for themselves in the construction industry.

Key attributes will include excellent communication skills both written and verbal, experience within the construction industry is preferable. High standards, attention to detail and the determination will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects.

For more information regarding this Office Administrator role please contact Claire Spiers in our Southampton office either by emailing a copy of your update CV to [e-mail] or call 07749578588.