Office Manager

Kier Group plc.; Southminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc. in Stanstead, Essex, is seeking an Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the regional office, ensuring a professional and safe working environment while supporting operational teams.

You will manage diary, meetings, document control, raise purchase orders, process invoices, track budgets, onboard new starters, and handle HR admin tasks, while acting as the first point of contact for visitors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Office Manager, Senior Administrator, or similar role.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Able to work independently, take initiative and maintain accurate records with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily office operations, facilities and safety compliance.
• Provide diary management, meeting coordination and document control.
• Support finance processes such as purchase orders and invoices, and track budgets.
• Coordinate onboarding for new starters and HR administration tasks.
• Act as first point of contact for visitors and stakeholders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Diary management

Document control

Budget tracking

HR administration

First point of contact

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for an Office Manager to join our Eastern South Construction team based in Essex., Location: Stanstead, Essex. Hours: 37.5 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

The Office Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day running of the regional office, ensuring a professional, safe, and efficient working environment. You'll provide administrative leadership, support operational teams, and ensure compliance with Kier processes and policies. Acting as a central point of coordination, you'll enable the team to focus on delivering projects safely, on time, and to budget.

What will you be responsible for?

As an Office Manager, you'll be working within the regional team, supporting them in delivering operational excellence and maintaining a productive, welcoming office environment. Your day to day will include:

• Overseeing daily office operations, managing facilities, supplies, and ensuring health and safety compliance
• Providing high-quality administrative support including diary management, meeting coordination, and document control
• Supporting finance processes such as raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and tracking budgets
• Coordinating onboarding for new starters and supporting HR administration tasks
• Acting as first point of contact for visitors and stakeholders, promoting a positive and professional office culture

What are we looking for?

This role of Office Manager is great for you if

You have proven experience in an Office Manager, Senior Administrator, or similar role

• You possess strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach
• You're highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• You can work independently, take initiative, and maintain accurate records with strong attention to detail