Office Manager - Construction

Brock Recruitment Ltd; West End; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established, family-run construction business is seeking an Office Manager to support their operations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in construction administration and possess strong organizational and communication skills. This office-based role requires flexibility and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of work experience in administration.
• Previous experience in a construction environment is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Diary management for directors and managing incoming enquiries.
• Liaising with clients and suppliers, and preparing quotations.
• Providing general administrative support to managers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Proactive work

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM database

Job description

Full time | Brock Recruitment Ltd | United Kingdom

Posted On 05/05/2025

Job Information

Administration

Work Experience 1-3 years

City Forthampton

Province Gloucestershire

Postal Code GL19

Job Description

Due to the successful growth of our client's business, we are exclusively recruiting for the position of Office Manager for their well-established, family-run construction business.

Ideally, you will have worked in a similar position and possess the following experience:

• Construction / Engineering Admin experience (preferred)
• Diary management for directors
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office packages
• Strong organizational skills
• Initiative to streamline and monitor processes
• Understanding of invoicing and purchase order processes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Tact, discretion, and respect for confidentiality
• A pleasant, confident telephone manner
• Ability to work independently at times
• Liaising with clients and suppliers
• Managing incoming enquiries and tenders
• Logging and processing enquiries, managing progress on a CRM database
• Setting up and maintaining electronic files and directories
• Preparing and editing quotations and job completion reports
• Assisting the Marketing Director with promotional activities
• Providing general administrative support to managers
• Performing any other related tasks as reasonably requested

Requirements

Personal qualities and skills required:

• Flexibility and ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Good telephone manner and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work proactively and independently
• Previous experience in a construction environment is essential

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 am - 5:00 pm. Office-based daily. No weekends.

Transport is essential due to the rural location, as public transport links are limited. Free parking is available.