Office Manager/Administrator Job at Chingford Full Time

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and proactive Office Manager/ Administrator to join our growing construction business. This is a varied and hands-on role supporting the Managing Director while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our head office and project administration.

You’ll play a key part in keeping operations efficient, projects compliant, and communication flowing across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Office & Front Desk Management

· Greet visitors and manage incoming calls and enquiries

· Oversee office facilities, supplies, and IT coordination

· Manage meetings, hospitality, and deliveries

· Maintain a professional and organised office area

Operations Management

· Oversee the daily operations & register from the contracts manager to ensure optimum working conditions for the workforce.

· Manage supplier relationships and process purchase orders and invoices accurately

· Maintain health & safety records, ensuring risk assessments, method statements, and insurance documents remain up to date

· Coordinate the renewal of key industry accreditations and compliance certifications

Executive Support

· Manage the Managing Director’s diary, inbox, and meeting schedule

· Act as a professional first point of contact for clients and contractors

· Prepare meeting minutes and track actions

· Coordinate travel and site visit arrangements

Project & Compliance Support

· Maintain project documents using digital systems

· Support tender submissions and pre-construction documentation

· Track site staff certifications and training

· Assist with handover documents including O&M manuals

Finance & HR Administration

· Process purchase orders and invoices

· Credit control and expense management

· Coordinate onboarding of new office and site staff

· Data entry of subcontractor wages in to spreadsheets

· Assisting bookkeeper

What We’re Looking For

· Experience in a senior administrative or executive support role

· Construction experience desirable

· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

· Confident communicator with a professional manner

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

· Proactive, discreet, and able to manage multiple priorities

Why Join Us?

· A varied and responsible role within a growing company

· Close collaboration with senior leadership

· Opportunity to be at the heart of business operations

· Supportive and professional working environment

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person