Operations Administrator / Co-ordinator - Construction - Reading - Up to £32,000
Location: Reading
Salary: Up to £32,000, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent
Are you an experienced Operations Administrator or Co-ordinator with a background in construction, looking for a varied role supporting busy site and operational teams?
My client is a well-established construction business seeking an organised and proactive Operations Administrator to support the day-to-day running of its projects and site operations. You will play a key role in keeping labour, plant, purchasing and site information organised and up to date.
This is an opportunity to join a busy construction environment where you will have a varied workload, work closely with site teams and become an important part of the wider operations function.
Key responsibilities
- Maintaining subcontractor timesheets and ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Managing information received from the company's site app and ensuring relevant data is recorded correctly
- Maintaining daily operational calendars and schedules
- Booking plant, equipment and direct labour for live projects
- Supporting purchasing activities across the business
- Raising and managing purchase orders, including POs for plant, materials and services
- Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and internal departments
- Monitoring operational paperwork and maintaining accurate project records
- Supporting the coordination of labour and resources across different sites
- Assisting with general administration and operational tasks as required
Requirements
- Previous administration, coordination or operations experience within the construction industry
- Experience dealing with subcontractors, site teams or construction-related suppliers
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage several priorities at once
- Strong attention to detail, particularly when dealing with timesheets, purchase orders and site records
- Confidence using IT systems, spreadsheets and construction or site-based applications
- Good communication skills and a practical, proactive approach to problem solving
Based in Reading, this role would suit someone who understands the pace and requirements of a construction environment and enjoys keeping projects organised behind the scenes. You will have the opportunity to build on your existing construction experience while developing your knowledge across operations, purchasing and resource coordination.
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Construction Operations Administrator employer: Carrington West
Join a leading rail and civil engineering contractor that values your expertise and offers a supportive work environment. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to be mentored into the CRE C designation while enjoying competitive benefits such as hybrid working, private healthcare, and generous annual leave. Located in Kent or London, this role provides a unique chance to work on impactful projects across the region, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
