We now have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join our commercial team on an initial 6 month fixed term contract. Based from our office in Dartford, Kent, you will assist our Quantity Surveyors with the execution of commercial, financial and contractual performance.

The role can be offered either on a full time basis, 40 hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm or,  part time at least 24 hours per week. You must be available on Friday's 8am to 5pm.  Some of these days could be worked remotely but there would be the requirement to work in the Dartford office on Friday.

Rydon Maintenance provides a range of expert planned and responsive maintenance services to domestic properties and commercial buildings in the social housing, health and social care sectors. We look after a growing number of healthcare buildings for NHS Trusts, residential homes and educational facilities. Using the latest technology we ensure properties are well maintained, efficient and fit for purpose.

Job Purpose

As Commercial Administrator you will provide assistance and support to the commercial team in all contractual and financial matters relating to the management of our housing maintenance and repair contracts.

The primary responsibilities as Commercial Administrator will be;

• Extracting data and updating commercial trackers on Excel.

• Sourcing and collating documents (these could be subcontract payment documents, photos, reports and more) from various file locations for presentation to the client to evidence that works have been completed and costs have been expended.

• Creating and analysing commercial data and reports.

What we can offer you;

• Competitive salary
• 25 days paid holiday (12.5 days pro rata for the initial 6 month fixed term contract)
• Pension Scheme: 4% contributory.
• Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare
• 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work.
• Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services.
• Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire.
• Free Flu Vaccinations
• On the job training and support

Please do indicate as part of your application if you are able to work either on a full time basis, 40 hours, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm or part time, at least 24 hours per week. There would be the requirement to work 8am to 5pm on a Friday in our office in Dartford.

Experience Required

The preferred candidate will have excellent attention to detail and be able to demonstrate good numeracy skills. Ideally you will have a previous administration experience and have a very good understanding of the use of Microsoft Office Packages such as Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Above all, the preferred candidate should be keen to work as part of a team, have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), be confident to liaise and build relationships with internal and external clients and be looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for personal development. 

If the above sounds like you then we'd strongly encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits.

Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post.  

To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.