Job Description

Reference: 4692
About the Role:
we are seeking a highly organised and motivated Commercial Administrator to join their growing commercial team. Based in the head office in Chesham, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business that delivers construction and maintenance projects across affordable housing, education, and commercial sectors.
In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting the commercial function, processing client orders, issuing work instructions, managing project trackers, assisting with financial documentation, and liaising with internal teams and subcontractors. No prior construction experience is required full training will be provided, and this role can offer clear progression towards an Assistant Quantity Surveyor position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:

• Log client orders and update relevant Excel-based trackers
• Issue instructions to site teams, subcontractors, and internal operatives
• Manage variations, ensuring formal documentation and schedule updates
• Compile and finalise accounts with clients, supporting invoice preparation
• Prepare subcontractor final accounts and payment notices
• Run and maintain weekly reports on work progress
• Support Quantity Surveyors with monthly commercial reports and internal forecasting

About You:
We're looking for someone enthusiastic and eager to grow within the construction sector. You'll be a proactive and detail-focused individual, with strong organisational and communication skills.
Essential Skills & Experience:

• Previous admin experience 2-3 years, ideally in a commercial/office environment
• Strong IT skills - Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

• Interest in pursuing a career within commercial construction or quantity surveying
• Good references from a previous employer, school or college

What's on Offer:

• A supportive, down-to-earth team environment
• Ongoing in-house training and development
• Progression opportunities into Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles via graduate schemes or degree apprenticeships
• A growing, forward-thinking business with a strong track record in delivering quality projects

Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: administration, customer service/call centre, PA/secretarial, human resources, accountancy and finance, sales admin/sales support, marketing and IT Helpdesk/IT support