CDM Business Support

Colchester Source: WhatJobs

£25,000–£35,000

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Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom.

Administrative Support: Assist the team with day‑to‑day administrative tasks, including document preparation, data entry, and filing.
Calendar & Scheduling: Manage the consultants' calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange appointments to ensure efficient time management.
Communication: Handle incoming calls and emails, respond promptly or redirect as necessary.
Project Coordination: Assist in project documentation, maintain accurate records, and monitor project timelines and deliverables, alerting the team to potential delays.
Contract Support: Help review contracts, highlight key details, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, working closely with consultants and legal advisors during negotiations.
Quality & Compliance: Maintain and update the quality management system, implement and monitor health and safety regulations, and conduct internal audits to improve processes.
General Support: Coordinate travel arrangements, prepare reports, presentations, and other materials, and collate project information and Health & Safety files.

Proven experience as a PA or Administrative Assistant, ideally in construction or a related industry.
Sound understanding of construction processes and terminology.
Familiarity with contract review and negotiation processes.
Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance standards.
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities, managing multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software tools.
Proactive, adaptable problem‑solving approach.
Attention to detail and a commitment to accurate work.
Awareness of the Construction Design & Management Regulations 2015 (CDM Regulations) and their implementation.