Commercial Administrator

The Vacancy

Be at the heart of the action. Learn, grow, and build something that matters.

We’re looking for a proactive, organised, and curious Commercial Administrator to join our Smartspace Team. This role puts you right where it counts: on-site with our project and commercial teams, supporting the smooth running of construction projects from the ground up.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience, real‑time insight, and a close connection to the people and processes that make our projects happen.

Our Administrators are a valuable part of our team playing a pivotal role in supporting our day‑to‑day operations. Ensuring seamless communication between various departments and providing exceptional support to our team members and clients. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of our operations, contributing to the smooth running of our projects.

• Supporting site teams with records, documentation, drawings and H&S files
• Preparing valuations, pricing documents and subcontractor communications
• Attending site meetings, taking minutes, and capturing progress
• Learning directly from experienced professionals across disciplines

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Flexible working
• Car Allowance / Company Car *
• Travel covered to any of our sites*
• Extensive corporate benefits including Private Medical, Pension 8% employers contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…
• One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group)
• Industry‑leading family leave benefits to include 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

* Subject to role…..

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.

We are a responsible and inclusive employer committed to equality and proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. We value long‑term relationships.

We are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025:
Zero Waste, Zero Carbon, and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry’s environmental impact.