Administrator and Procurement Assistant

Administrator & Procurement Assistant
Chorley
GBP
25,500 - GBP
28,500 basic salary
Private healthcare, 9am 5pm, gym membership, 28 days including banks

We are seeking an organised, confident, and motivated Administration & Procurement Support Assistant to join our growing operations team.

This is an ideal entry-level opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in construction operations, procurement, and project support. No previous experience is required, as full training will be provided.

Working directly alongside the Operations Manager, you will play a key role in supporting live construction projects by coordinating supplies, maintaining site documentation, tracking costs, and communicating with suppliers and site teams.

This is a fast‑paced role suited to someone who thrives under pressure and enjoys being at the centre of day‑to‑day operations.

• Organising materials, plant, and supplies for live construction jobs
• Speaking with suppliers from tender stage through to job completion
• Obtaining quotes, placing orders, confirming deliveries, and resolving issues
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Supporting procurement tracking across multiple projects

• Communicating confidently with site operatives to support job requirements
• Creating and maintaining site files, job packs, and documentation folders
• Collating and checking weekly site packs and project paperwork
• Updating planners, schedules, and delivery timelines

• Tracking company equipment and assets on site and off site
• Maintaining up‑to‑date certification records for tools and equipment
• Monitoring compliance documentation and renewal requirements
• Checking daily and weekly equipment check sheets

• Tracking site costings against projected budgets
• Collating weekly cost reports for Operations Manager reviews
• Monitoring expenditure and ensuring records are accurate
• Supporting commercial awareness across live projects

• Checking weekly timesheets for site operatives
• Ensuring time records match job allocations and project schedules
• Supporting the Operations Manager with labour tracking

• Booking accommodation and transport for site teams
• Filing site information accurately for reporting and compliance
• Maintaining organised digital and physical records
• Providing general administrative support to the operations team

• Fast learner with a strong work ethic and willingness to develop
• Highly organised with good attention to detail
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
• Word, Excel, email systems
• Confident communicator, especially on the phone
• Speaking with suppliers and site teams
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment under pressure
• Professional, reliable, and proactive

• Interest in construction, procurement, or project management
• Any admin, office, logistics, or customer service experience