Connect It Utility Services

Commercial Adminstrator

About this vacancy

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Administrator to join our network frameworks project team based out of our HQ in Hedge End, Southampton.

This is an unrivalled opportunity to join an exciting and growing industry sector, in a team offering long-term career opportunity.

As a Commercial Administrator, you will play a crucial role within the team, providing flexible, organized administrative support to the wider office team, ensuring the efficient management of projects, contracts, and financial operations. This position offers the opportunity to develop commercial acumen and skills across a variety of tasks related to delivery of utilities projects for customers, estimating, quantity surveying, supplier management, and contract administration.

 

Location:

Foundation House – Hedge End

Responsibilities

  • Input Application details to enable revenue generation.
  • Record and maintain client accounts in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Produce invoices to a high standard of accuracy and address any related queries, following through to completion.
  • Administer supplier orders and accounts.
  • Collate and store data efficiently and logically to ensure best commercial practice.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge and/or experience working with Construction/Utilities contracts and/or administering term Framework Contracts.
  • Experience in producing monthly reporting documentation, including applications for payment, invoices, and notification documentation.
  • Assist in forecasting and identifying trends to support business development and profitability.
  • Demonstrable understanding of supply chain management, including procurement and post-contract administration.
  • Maintain records on the company’s Customer Relationship Management system.
  • Driven to deliver, with a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to take initiative and see changes through to delivery.
  • Good attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to work flexibly within the demands of the role while maintaining procedural requirements.
  • Good communication skills to interact effectively with people at all levels both internally and externally.
  • Enthusiasm, drive, and energy to complete tasks effectively.

Educational Requirements

  • Educated to A level in English and Maths, or equivalent.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook, Excel, Word).
  • At least 2 years of general office experience as part of a commercial or finance team.
  • Relevant training or certifications in office administration or related fields are advantageous.