Commercial Assistant

Posted 20 November 2023
Salary £25k per year
LocationSomerset
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000047281
Contact NameAmy Maxwell

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Assistant/Estimator
 
Salary: £25,000 per annum
 
Location: Wellington, Somerset
 
My client are a leading road marking and highways safety business delivering services to a multitude of impressive private and public sector clients, and are looking for a Commercial Assistant/Estimator to join the team within their Wellington office.
 
They have recently expanded the business following huge success nationally and are looking for a commercial minded individual with a desire to flourish within a Commercial Assistant/Estimator career that will see them undertaking activities such as estimating and invoice handling as part of their day to day role.
 
Responsibilities:
 
·Analysis of plans, bills of quantities, and other documentation to prepare estimations of jobs for clients
·Process client invoice and applications
·Cost assessment of financial and operational risks of jobs
·Building awareness of up to date industry technology
·Liaising with commercial team and senior management
·Client communication and a requirement to keep in contact with suppliers
·Maintaining regular reports
 
Requirements:
·Undergraduate degree in Business or related field
·Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
·Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
·Demonstrable work experience showing commitment and work ethic
·Superb communication and interpersonal skills
·A desire to develop expertise and learn throughout your career
·Ability to work independently or as part of a team
 
Package:
·Competitive salary of £25,000 per annum
·25 days annual leave + bank holidays
·Career training and development opportunities
·Private healthcare package
·Bonus system tailored to performance
·Future opportunities for hybrid and flexible working once training is completed
·Consistent Monday-Friday working hours
 
 
FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Amy Maxwell at Carrington West on 02393876081 or email at amy.maxwell@carringtonwest.com for more information.
 
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