Consistently voted one of the Best Companies to Work For in the UK, Lindum Group is an employee-owned, family run business operating as a successful construction company since 1956.  We provide a range of construction services from new build, refurbishment and maintenance projects to construction related services such as plant hire, security, specialist roofing and waste recycling.

Our Lindum York division focuses on a variety of new build and refurbishment projects in the York and extended Yorkshire region. Our business operates by understanding and building relationships with customers, getting to know properly what they need, and caring for them leading to a large number of loyal clients across a variety of sectors.

‘The difference is our people’ and above all we are seeking someone with the right skills and attitude’.

Introduction to the role: 

An opportunity has arisen for a Construction Administrator to join our existing team working within Lindum York, based at our office at Lindum Business Park in Elvington.

Responsibilities will include:

The Construction Administrator will be fully responsible for the supporting the delivery of construction projects. Responsibilities include:

  • Uploading drawings and distributing to the project team, consultants and the supply chain as required.
  • Distribution of incoming information, collating reports and reporting information.
  • Supporting the delivery team with the filing and archiving of information.
  • Dealing with incoming emails and telephone calls, answering enquiries and taking messages as required.
  • Preparing project completion documents including O&M (Operation and Maintenance) Manuals and Homeowner Packs for building owners.
  • Supporting the administration team with various other duties, greeting visitors and preparing for meetings, taking notes and meeting minutes, providing cover within the team as required.

What we’re looking for:

  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel.
  • The successful candidate must have high attention to detail, provide an innovative and proactive approach to problem solving whilst being able to plan effectively to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Administrative experience is essential. Experience in construction, design or planning and/or knowledge of building processes and jargon and would be an advantage.

although not essential. Training on our systems and software will be provided but you must be IT literate with good understanding on Microsoft Word and Excel.

  • You must have strong communication skills and be able to work effectively with team members and colleagues within project teams. The role involves direct contact with clients, architects, subcontractors, and others in the supply chain so you must be friendly, professional and able to develop good relationships.
  • You must be able to work flexibly under pressure, multitask to meet deadlines and proactively self-manage a variable workload for several projects at once. The role requires attention to detail, to ensure documents are accurate and well presented. We are seeking a candidate who is confident working without supervision and can use their initiative to ‘get things done’.

What We Can Offer:

We are accepting applications from all suitably skilled applicants and will consider both part-time and full-time roles. The role will be between 8:00am – 5:00pm. Salary will be commensurate with experience, skill level and qualifications.

Why Lindum Group?

You’ll be joining a well-established, employee and family-owned company where ‘the difference is our people’ and the ‘best argument wins’. At Lindum everyone’s contribution is valued equally, and we take pride in our working environment, with colleagues developing new skills and unlocking their fullest potential every day.

Upon joining Lindum, you will be able to access a plethora of benefits which includes pension, profit related pay, employee share scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, employee discounts, on-site parking, access to our Plant Services as well as ongoing personal and professional learning and development opportunities.

How to apply:

To apply, please complete the application form below and attach your CV or send an email to [email protected]. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so if you are interested, please submit your application, or get in touch as soon as possible.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We therefore welcome applications from all suitably skilled and qualified applicants.

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