Operations/Commercial Executive

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Bonus scheme, training and career progression

My client are recruiting for an Operations/Commercial Assistant to join their established and growing business within the construction, design and build, and commercial fit-out sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can support multiple projects across procurement, commercial administration, compliance and project coordination in a fast-paced environment.

This position would suit a proactive and organised professional with strong commercial awareness, previous construction-sector experience, and the confidence to make an immediate impact from day one.

Day-to-day of the role

• Support commercial reporting, cost tracking and general project administration across multiple live projects.
• Coordinate procurement activity from obtaining quotations through to raising purchase orders and tracking delivery schedules.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor lead times, deliveries and schedules to help keep projects on track and within budget.
• Maintain compliance, quality, and health and safety documentation in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support project teams with reporting, planning, and document control.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvement across all project support activities.
• Assist with project close-out, handover documentation, and final administrative tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Operations, Commercial, procurement, project support, assistant quantity surveying, or similar role.
• Previous experience within construction, design and build, fit-out, refurbishment, or a related industry.
• Strong commercial awareness, including understanding of project costs and financial controls.
• Proven procurement experience, including supplier sourcing, obtaining quotations, and managing purchase orders.
• Experience supporting project delivery and project management activity.
• Good knowledge of compliance requirements, regulations, health and safety, and project documentation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with Procore, commercial reporting, valuations, variations, or relevant construction and project management qualifications would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle or car allowance (when attending site visits)
• Performance-related bonus
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Flexible working options
• Healthcare benefits
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Modern working environment with excellent facilities
• Regular team events and social activities