Commercial Administrator

Commercial Administrator - Infrastructure / Utilities
Exeter 30,000- 35,000 + Package Full-Time, Office-Based

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Administrator to join a leading main contractor delivering a long-term infrastructure in the South West. The Commercial Administrator will quickly become an integral part of a close knit, professional team on a multi-year framework as part of a large joint venture. This role provides direct exposure to high-value civil engineering contracts within a stable, well-structured environment.

Role Overview
The Commercial Administrator will provide essential financial and administrative support to the commercial function, ensuring accurate reporting, cost allocation, and payment processing across multiple workstreams. The role is process-driven, requiring a keen eye for detail, excellent organisation skills and a strong communicator to ensure effective coordination between project teams and partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather financial data from internal and external stakeholders to support client forecasting
• Collate joint venture costs and ensure accurate payment allocation between partners
• Raise and process internal invoices in line with monthly applications
• Maintain and update management reports and work order records
• Support preparation of payment applications and associated documentation
• Maintain structured and auditable financial records in accordance with company standards

Essential Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general data handling
• Proven administrative experience within a commercial or project-based environment
• High attention to detail and ability to manage complex data accurately
• Clear communication skills for liaison across multiple departments
• Ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting

Desirable Requirements

• Background within utilities, infrastructure, or civil engineering
• Familiarity with joint venture reporting or cost management systems

Benefits and Career Development

• Salary between 30,000- 35,000
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions
• Healthcare

This is a full-time office-based role in Exeter, with flexibility for structured working hours i.e. to accommodate school runs etc.

If you have experience in commercial administration and you live within a commutable distance of my clients offices in Exeter, please get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on (phone number removed).

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