Office Manager

Fawkes & Reece South; Gosport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Experienced construction biased Office Manager required to join a leading regional contractor with a highly successful turnover and pipeline of works within the new build residential, leisure, retail, commercial & industrial sectors across the south coast. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a part of a privately owned contractor with over 30 years industry experience and a fantastic reputation with leading clients.

Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with site teams and the wider business including the finance department and marketing department, you will be responsible for:

1. Managing and maintaining accurate records of project documentation, contracts, and invoices.
2. Coordinating with project managers and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of tasks.
3. Managing office supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels.
4. Handling incoming and outgoing mail, including distribution and dispatch.
5. Assisting with payroll processing and employee onboarding procedures.
6. Supporting the management team with ad hoc tasks and projects as required.
7. Assisting with obtaining and producing marketing material as needed.

This Office Manager opportunity is seeking someone on a permanent basis, looking for a friendly and efficient individual for our client, attending to all visitors, callers, and customers while maintaining company confidentiality. As Office Manager, you will lead the office and organization, ultimately responsible for ensuring operations run as smoothly as possible.

This role is with a busy regional South Coast based main contractor with a turnover of more than £15m, and secured workload in the Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset areas.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Office Manager looking to work regionally and seeking the opportunity to join a company that has long-standing staff and a fantastic company culture and family feel. This could also be a good opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Administrator with a proven track record within the construction industry.

You will be an experienced Office Manager, with a proven track record within an established contracting organization. Key attributes include:

1. Previous experience within a similar role.
2. Desirable construction background (not essential).
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
4. Good computer skills and ability to use Microsoft packages.
5. Organized and proactive approach to work.

High standards, attention to detail, and drive will be very well rewarded with an excellent salary, benefits, and development prospects. For more information regarding the Office Manager role, please contact Claire Spiers at Fawkes & Reece in our Southampton Office or email an up-to-date CV.