Office Manager (Construction)

Wellington Professional Recruitment; Dromore; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an Office Manager for a well-established Metalwork Fabrication Company in Dromore, Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in office management and a strong admin and Sage background, excel in analytical and problem-solving skills, and support project functions within the construction sector. Responsibilities include managing office operations, assisting in recruitment, and maintaining ISO standards. This role offers the opportunity to join a successful team in a thriving construction environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Office Manager or Senior Administrative Assistant.
• Attention to detail and multitasking abilities required.

Responsibilities

• General office management on a day-to-day basis.
• Support financial manager with expenses and budgets.
• Collate payroll and record staff holidays.
• Assist in recruitment processes.
• Maintain ISO standards and quality improvement.

Skills

Strong admin background

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational abilities

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualification in Business Administration or related field

Job description

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A well-established, specialist Metalwork Fabrication Company is recruiting anOffice Managerto join their team of construction professionals delivering complex Steel Fabrication services to some of the biggest construction companies in the UK.

Seeking candidates with a strong admin and Sage background, and exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, to support office and project functions within the construction sector, working in close collaboration with commercial and delivery teams.

Based in County Down, our Client is renowned for their expertise in both design and fabrication of metalwork and pipe welding. They have secured a creditable reputation with repeat contracts from a vast array of UK Tier 1 Contractors on projects such as London Cross Rail, Water/Wastewater Treatment Projects, Marine, Education, Residential and Healthcare, Water/Wastewater Treatment Projects and Marine, specialising in wide array of architectural, access and miscellaneous metalwork packages, such as feature staircases, handrailing and balustrading, access walkways, platforms, balcony balustrading and structural steel.

Due to this ongoing success, they are looking to strengthen their Office Management Team with the appointment of an Office Manager, who will join an already successful team, coordinate and lead the office administration of a thriving construction based company.

General duties include the following:

• General office management on a day to day basis.
• Support function to the financial manager, collating expenses, keeping petty cash and maintaining office budgets.
• Collating payroll on a weekly basis, recording staff holidays and staff expenses.
• Assisting in the company recruitment process, issuing of staff contracts, colleting staff information and induction in line with ISO9001.
• Booking training and keeping employee H&S training records up to date.
• Monitor incoming calls and managing Director diaries.
• Maintaining ISO standards and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Instil a team ethos within the office administration staff, design teams, cost management teams and Project Managers.

To be considered for the role you will have:

• A qualification in Business Administration, Management, or related field is preferred.
• Proven experience as an Office Manager, Senior Administrative Assistant, or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.