Commercial Administrator in Havering

Commercial Administrator – Construction / Quantity Surveying – East London / Essex

Salary/Rate: £200–£300 per day, Temp-to-Perm

O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with one of the largest and most reputable construction companies in the world, generating multi-billion-pound annual turnover, who are looking to appoint a Commercial Administrator to support their Quantity Surveying team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous administrative experience within the construction industry who is looking to develop a long-term career in Quantity Surveying. The role will involve supporting a team of Quantity Surveyors with day-to-day commercial and administrative duties, providing valuable exposure to the fundamentals of quantity surveying and commercial management within a major construction business.

The position is initially offered on a temp-to-perm basis, with the opportunity to join the company permanently after approximately three to four months. For the right person, there is also a genuine opportunity to progress into a Trainee Quantity Surveyor position over time, making this an ideal stepping stone for someone keen to learn, develop and build a career in construction.

With the backing of a globally recognised contractor, the business can offer excellent long-term job security, structured career progression and opportunities to develop within one of the industry's leading organisations.

Role Overview:

• Title: Commercial Administrator

• Sector: Construction / Quantity Surveying

• Location: East London / Essex

• Salary/Rate: £200–£300 per day

• Type: Temp-to-Perm, with the opportunity to go permanent after 3–4 months

• Progression: Potential pathway into a Trainee Quantity Surveyor role

• Start: ASAP, but can wait for the right person

Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the commercial team and Quantity Surveyors.

• Assist with the preparation, organisation and maintenance of commercial documentation.

• Help manage subcontractor paperwork, including enquiries, quotations, orders and supporting documentation.

• Maintain accurate records of project costs, variations, valuations and commercial correspondence.

• Assist with tracking purchase orders, invoices, payments and subcontractor accounts.

• Support the Quantity Surveying team with spreadsheets, reports, trackers and general data entry.

• Organise and maintain electronic filing systems to ensure commercial information is easily accessible.

• Liaise with internal teams and subcontractors to obtain outstanding information and documentation.

• Assist with general commercial administration to streamline workflows and allow Quantity Surveyors to focus on key project and financial responsibilities.

• Develop an understanding of commercial processes, cost control and subcontractor management, with the opportunity to take on additional responsibilities as experience grows.

Requirements:

• Previous administrative experience within a construction company or contractor environment.

• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in Quantity Surveying or commercial management or in working in a commercial construction environment.

• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.

• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Confident communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with colleagues, subcontractors and wider project teams.

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new systems, processes and commercial procedures.

• Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks while maintaining accurate records.

• Any previous exposure to Quantity Surveying, subcontractor packages, purchase orders or commercial documentation would be advantageous.

• A relevant construction or surveying qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.

• Right to work in the UK.

If you're currently working in a construction administration role and are looking to take the next step towards a career in Quantity Surveying or are already working in a commercial administrator role, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on commercial experience within one of the world's leading construction companies, with a genuine pathway for progression.

Please contact Ned Scott-Mends on (phone number removed) to discuss the opportunity.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation