Commercial Administrator

Commercial Administrator

We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! 

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators. 

In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

Working in the commercial department reporting to the Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in supporting commercial operations, ensuring accurate financial processes and maximising income recovery.

As a Commercial Administrator, you will be responsible for managing applications, processing high volumes of low transaction costs (c. 500 jobs per day), and ensuring the efficient financial administration of contracts, often driving tasks from start to finish. This role requires strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.

This role will suit an experienced commercial administrator looking to take the next step in your career and ideally from within a utilities contracting background. 

Position: Commercial Administrator

Location: Customer Solution Centre, Durrington, (Worthing, West Sussex)

Job Type: permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (start times to be discussed on interview)

Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience

Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

About the Role:

Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to commercial and finance issues.

• To efficiently apply for payments according to workload assigned by the Quantity Surveyors


• Preparation of any other reports relating to applications completed or queried which may be required


• To ensure that all applications are submitted to the Client in a timely and professional manner and in accordance with the relevant contract stipulations advised by the Quantity Surveyors


• To review and process payment applications from subcontractors timely and accurately, while ensuring best value for Lanes is achieved


• To raise purchase orders in line with current approval processes


• To support new starters and leavers process, including phone requests, systems accesses and liaison with IT teams


• To ensure the rigorous management of queries.


• To identify and manage individual workload.


• To contribute to the encouragement and development of a culture of contractual awareness.


• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them


• Any other reasonable ad-hoc duties, tasks or projects as requested by the Quantity Survey, Senior Commercial Manager or the Senior Leadership Team

So if you enjoy delivering only the best in customer service, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that not only values you and your ability - but also strives to develop your potential and further your career progression, then we are the right Company for you.

What is essential is the ability to work accurately to diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

About You:

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and have the ability to organise, multitask and prioritise your workload. Good communication and interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills are key. The underlying personal qualities, ambition, and attitude to hard work and numerical and IT aptitude will carry significant weighting as well. Studying towards a higher education qualification in a similar or related field, or being a recent graduate is crucial to this role.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.