At a Glance
- Tasks: Support steelwork projects from enquiry to completion, coordinating materials and subcontractors.
- Company: Respected steel fabrication business with nearly 25 years of industry expertise.
- Benefits: £40,000 salary, career development, 20 days annual leave, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Ideal for ambitious graduates looking to kickstart their career.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make an impact in the construction sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in steelwork, construction, or project management; strong negotiation and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you looking to build a long-term career within Contracts Management and Commercial Project Delivery? Our client, a well-established and highly respected steel fabrication business based in Peterborough, is looking to recruit a Contracts Co-Ordinator to join their growing commercial team. With nearly 25 years of industry expertise, they specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of structural steel and sheet metal solutions across a wide range of sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual with experience in steelwork, construction, project coordination, estimating, quantity surveying or contract administration who is looking to develop your career within a successful and supportive organisation.
The Role
Working closely with Contracts Managers and the wider commercial team, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of steelwork projects from enquiry through to completion. Duties will include:
- Procuring materials and negotiating costs for steelwork packages
- Obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Coordinating subcontract requirements, scheduling and order placement
- Liaising with Contracts Managers to ensure project requirements are met
- Assisting with the preparation and management of tender enquiries
- Supporting the day-to-day delivery of projects, including labour, subcontractors and logistics
- Monitoring project scope, schedules and costs
- Maintaining contract documentation and records
- Producing monthly contract updates and applications
- Assisting with client proposals and tender submissions
- Maintaining project documentation, estimate logs and cost databases
- Providing project support across the commercial team as required
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience within steelwork, construction, project management, estimating, quantity surveying or a similar commercial environment. You will also have:
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- The ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A proactive and ambitious approach to learning and development
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and MS Project
- An understanding of project controls, commercial processes and contract management
Graduates with relevant qualifications in Contracts Management, Project Management or Construction Management are also encouraged to apply.
What's in it for you?
- Salary of £40,000
- Permanent full-time position
- Career development opportunities within a growing business
- 20 days annual leave
- Additional annual leave linked to length of service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employer pension contributions
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
If you're looking to take the next step in your commercial or project management career within the steelwork and construction sector, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV today or contact Beth at Ambitions Personnel for a confidential discussion.
Contracts Co-Ordinator employer: Ambitions Personnel
Join a well-established steel fabrication business in Peterborough that values your growth and development within the Contracts Management field. With nearly 25 years of industry expertise, we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and career advancement opportunities, making it an ideal place for ambitious individuals looking to thrive in the construction sector.
