Office Manager

The Role

Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, the Construction Office Manager will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the business. This is a varied position requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple functions across the company.

The successful candidate will act as the central point of contact for office administration, project support, document control coordination, and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the head office.
• Coordinate office facilities, suppliers, contractors and service providers.
• Provide administrative support to Directors, Commercial, Design and Construction teams.
• Assist with project administration, including contract documentation and project records.
• Oversee document control procedures and ensure information is accurately maintained.
• Coordinate meeting schedules, boardroom bookings and company events.
• Manage office budgets, purchase orders and supplier invoices.
• Support HR processes including onboarding, training records and staff documentation.
• Maintain company policies, procedures and compliance records.
• Assist with health and safety administration and company accreditations.
• Support bid submissions, presentations and general business administration.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an Office Manager, Business Support Manager or Senior Administrator role within construction, property or engineering.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience supporting multiple stakeholders within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent document management and administration capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Professional, proactive and approachable manner.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working for a main contractor, developer or consultancy.
• Knowledge of construction project lifecycles and terminology.
• Familiarity with document management systems such as Viewpoint, Asite, Aconex or Procore.
• Experience supporting ISO, H&S or quality management processes.