Office Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional contractor is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee operations, manage project documentation, and ensure smooth office functioning. This is a permanent position within the construction sector offering excellent salary, benefits, and development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a proactive work approach.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits

Development prospects

Qualifications

• Proven track record within an established contracting organisation.
• Previous experience within a similar role.
• Experience in the construction industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate records of project documentation, contracts, and invoices.
• Coordinate with project managers and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Lead the office and ensure operations run smoothly.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organised and proactive approach

Good computer skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft packages

Job description

Reference: OMPCS140725_1752482282
Posted: July 14, 2025

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 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 managing and maintaining accurate records of project documentation, contracts, and invoices. Coordinating with project managers and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of tasks. Managing office supplies and equipment, always ensuring adequate stock levels. Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including distribution and dispatch. Assisting with payroll processing and employee on boarding procedures. Supporting the management team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as required

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

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 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 organisation. Key attributes include previous experience within a similar role. Desirably you will come from a construction background but not essential. Key attributes include strong written and verbal communication skills, good computers skills and ability to use Microsoft packages. With an organised and proactive approach to work.

High standards, attention to detail and the drive will be very well rewarded with 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 on 07749578588 or email an up to date CV to [e-mail]