Administrator

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • City, Leeds
  • Apr 23, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Administrator - Technical Construction

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is proudly hiring on behalf of a leading national building consultancy specializing in Building Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Building Control. The organisation's mission is to support building industry professionals with expert advice that ensures projects are safe, cost-efficient, and compliant. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a dedicated and professional Administrator to join their Building Compliance Division in Leeds.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic team within a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. They are looking for organized and motivated individuals with a passion for delivering exceptional administrative support to join their team.



Responsibilities

The Administrator in the Building Compliance Division will be responsible for:

  • Managing email and phone correspondence with clients and colleagues.
  • Preparing quotes and processing invoices.
  • Liaising with project teams to ensure smooth communication and workflow.
  • Scheduling jobs and coordinating project timelines.
  • Performing general administrative duties to support the team.


Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and skills:

  • Strong IT proficiency, with the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and tools.
  • A self-motivated and organized approach to work, with a high degree of accuracy.
  • The ability to work independently and take initiative.
  • A professional and confident manner when dealing with clients and colleagues.
  • Previous experience in Acoustics is preferred but not essential.


Day-to-Day

The typical day-to-day responsibilities include:

  • Responding to client inquiries via email and phone, ensuring prompt and professional communication.
  • Preparing and issuing quotes, as well as managing invoicing processes.
  • Coordinating with project teams to schedule jobs and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Maintaining accurate records and documentation to support project delivery.
  • Assisting with various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the Building Compliance Division.


Benefits

The company values their employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive Salary: 25,000 - 27,000 DOE, plus quarterly bonus.
  • Generous Holiday Allowance: 30 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, with an additional Christmas shutdown (3 days deducted from holiday allowance).
  • Healthcare Cash Plan: Supporting health and well-being.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: Providing confidential support and resources.
  • Workplace Pension: 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution after 3 months.
  • Company Sick Pay: Up to 8 weeks of company sick pay after probation.
  • Private Medical Insurance and Life Cover: Ensuring peace of mind for employees and their families.
  • Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work from home after the successful completion of the probationary period.

If this sounds like an excellent next step in your career and you'd like to join a forward-thinking company that values its employees, Penguin Recruitment encourages you to apply today.

For more information, please contact Amir Gharaati at Penguin Recruitment.