Commercial Administrator

Commercial Administrator
Location: Battle
Salary: £32,300 per annum
Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Contract Type: Permanent
Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Commercial Administrator to join a growing specialist contractor delivering utilities projects across the South of England.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Administrator with experience in the construction, utilities, civil engineering, or drainage sector to join a busy commercial team. You'll play a key role in supporting project delivery by ensuring commercial documentation, purchase orders, subcontractor records, and invoicing are processed accurately and efficiently.
The Role
* Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring costs align with project budgets
* Support subcontractor administration, including orders, valuations, payment documentation, and compliance records
* Assist with preparing client applications, invoices, and commercial documentation
* Maintain accurate project cost records, contract files, and commercial trackers
* Reconcile supplier invoices against purchase orders and delivery records
* Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, project managers, and finance teams to ensure projects run smoothly
* Support cost reporting, variations, and general commercial administration throughout the project lifecycle
About You
* Previous experience as a Commercial Administrator, Contracts Administrator, or similar role within construction, utilities, drainage, or civil engineering
* Good understanding of purchase orders, subcontract administration, and invoicing processes
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting or ERP systems
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* High attention to detail and accuracy when handling commercial and financial information
* Confident communicator who enjoys working with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients
What's On Offer
* Salary of £32,300 per annum
* Pension scheme and additional benefits
* Ongoing training and clear progression opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Administrator looking to build a long-term career within a growing business operating in the utilities and infrastructure sector.
Apply today or contact Lauren on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed