Commercial Assistant in Glasgow

We have a vacancy for a Commercial Assistant to join our team, supporting the commercial team for BAM Ritchies, predominantly based at our Kilsyth Office. However, you may be required to be project-based on occasion, with the opportunity to work flexibly in line with our policy.

As Commercial Assistant, the role will see you contribute significantly to a successful commercial outcome to any part or section of a project with which you are associated.

Your work environment

BAM operates a flexible working policy. People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We are on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

Your mission

• Maintain high personal safety and environmental standards in accordance with Company policy.
• Be aware and contribute to the "Your Safety is My Safety" vision.
• Assist with the monthly cost and value reconciliation supplying requested information such as material and plant accruals.
• Input into SAP, MyTime, Rental Results or similar cost collation tool.
• Manage and maintain incoming subcontract invoices, liaising with site teams to ensure timely approval of invoices.
• Process subcontractor payments.
• Produce cost monitoring reports.
• Maintain document filing system.
• Collate commercial data into regular reports.
• Assist in general with commercial functions.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain personal diary.
• Utilise computer software packages for word processing, spreadsheets, graphics and presentations.
• Carry out other relevant duties as required from time to time.
• Ensure compliance and adherence with project and company commercial procedures to follow an agreed process for cost control.

Who are we looking for?

• National 5 and/or Highers in English and Mathematics.
• Previous industry experience would be an advantage.
• To be diligent and motivated.
• Demonstrate a desire to learn and progress.
• Show interest to increase your knowledge of the construction industry.
• Good communication skills.
• Good IT skills.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary.
• A wide range of family-friendly policies.
• 8% matched pension contributions.
• Private healthcare.
• Life assurance.
• 26 days holiday.
• 2 wellbeing days.
• 1 volunteering day.
• Personal and professional development.

BAM is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance. BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.