Administrator

About The Job

We are seeking an experienced

About The Job

We are seeking an experienced Administrator to join our team on WPS's largest contract to date , delivering planned and responsive maintenance services on behalf of a major Birmingham council partnership. With a secured programme of works spanning over 10 years , this is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-profile project that will make a lasting impact on local communities.

This is a fast-paced role that will sit at the heart of project delivery, supporting operational teams, managers, and clients through accurate administration, reporting, and coordination. The successful candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, remain composed under pressure, and have previous administration experience within construction, social housing, maintenance, property services, or a similar environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to operational and management teams across planned and responsive maintenance workstreams
• Manage project documentation, records, and correspondence, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date
• Process works orders, purchase orders, invoices, and subcontractor documentation
• Maintain compliance records, certifications, and project trackers
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and diaries for operational teams
• Produce reports, spreadsheets, and project updates for internal and client stakeholders
• Support the mobilisation and ongoing delivery of programmes across multiple workstreams
• Handle incoming enquiries professionally and efficiently
• Ensure all administration is completed accurately and within required timescales

Scope of Works

Projects Will Typically Include a Mix Of

• Responsive repairs and maintenance
• Planned maintenance programmes
• Kitchen and bathroom refurbishments
• External refurbishment works
• Roofing works and associated repairs
• General property upgrades across occupied social housing stock

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in an Administration role within construction, social housing, maintenance, property services, or a similar sector
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A professional and composed approach when working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience maintaining records, reports, and project documentation
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider operational team

Desirable

• Experience working on planned maintenance or responsive maintenance contracts
• Knowledge of social housing environments
• Experience using housing, repairs, or construction management systems
• Previous experience supporting high-profile client contracts

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work on WPS's flagship contract
• Long-term career security with a programme secured for over 10 years
• Exposure to one of the region's most significant social housing maintenance partnerships
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression

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 offences. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Our Commitments

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at

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