Are you an organised and detail-focused Commercial Administrator looking to develop your career within a fast-paced commercial and procurement environment?

Elvet Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a 5 house builder* to recruit a Commercial Administrator to join their established team in County Durham.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation and provide essential administrative support across the commercial and procurement functions. Working closely with Quantity Surveyors and the wider commercial team, you will play a key role in ensuring subcontractor, procurement, payment, and project administration processes are managed accurately and efficiently.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, confident working with documentation and financial information, and comfortable working in a busy environment where attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Commercial and Procurement teams
• Supporting Quantity Surveyors with the preparation of enquiry packs and gathering relevant tender information
• Issuing health and safety competency questionnaires to new subcontractors and contractors
• Reviewing and processing subcontractor weekly and monthly applications for payment
• Preparing interim payments for measured works and supporting the processing of contra-charges
• Preparing, processing, and issuing subcontract orders for approval
• Maintaining accurate commercial records, documentation, and filing systems
• Supporting the commercial team with general administration and document control
• Assisting with utility company applications and coordinating relevant documentation
• Supporting NHBC home registrations and associated administration
• Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently
• Organising meetings, maintaining diaries, and providing general administrative support to the wider team

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a busy administration, commercial administration, construction administration, or similar role
• Experience within the construction or house building sector would be advantageous
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident working with financial information, invoices, applications for payment, and commercial documentation
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced environment
• Professional and confident approach when dealing with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English, or equivalent
• A proactive and reliable approach with a willingness to learn and develop within a commercial environment

Role Information:

• Full-time, permanent position
• Salary circa £27,500–£31,200 DOE
• Based in County Durham
• Opportunity to join a leading 5* house builder
• Supportive commercial and procurement team
• Excellent opportunity to develop construction and commercial knowledge
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Buyer on behalf of a national house builder in the North East. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established regional team delivering high quality residential developments, with strong long term prospects and a clear progression structure.

About the role

As a Buyer, you will play a key role in the procurement and supply chain management of materials and services across multiple live sites. You will work closely with the commercial and technical teams to ensure cost effective purchasing, accurate scheduling and timely delivery to support smooth site operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage procurement of materials and services in line with site requirements
• Raise and issue purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records
• Liaise with site teams to understand programme needs and resolve supply issues
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate competitive rates
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with specifications
• Support value engineering exercises and identify cost saving opportunities
• Coordinate material call offs and ensure timely delivery to site
• Assist with maintaining and updating buying schedules
• Work closely with commercial and technical teams to support project delivery
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes

About you

• Experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer within construction or a related industry
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines across several live sites
• Good negotiation skills and confidence dealing with suppliers
• Strong attention to detail and familiarity with procurement systems
• A proactive approach and ability to work within a fast paced environment

Salary and benefits

• Salary is dependent on experience and typically ranges from £40,000 to £50,000, based on experience 
• Company bonus scheme Mileage and travel expenses
• Clear progression routes within the commercial team
• Support with professional development and training
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• Company pension Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

This role offers long term stability, strong progression potential and the chance to work within a respected national housebuilder delivering high quality residential developments across the region.

To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a regional high end housing developer in the North East. This is a great opportunity for someone with existing industry experience to step into a role with clear progression, working closely with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on bespoke residential developments.

About the role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of high specification housing projects across the region. You will work alongside the Senior QS to manage costs, procurement, valuations and reporting, while taking ownership of defined work packages as your experience grows.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with preparing budgets and cost plans for new and ongoing developments
• Support monthly valuations, cost to complete exercises and financial reporting
• Manage subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts with guidance from the Senior QS
• Issue subcontract orders and maintain accurate commercial documentation
• Carry out site measures and support assessment of contractor performance
• Attend internal and external progress meetings
• Maintain trade specifications and assist with procurement of materials and subcontractors
• Price customer extras and liaise with the sales team
• Support professional fees management and contribute to cost control processes
• Provide take offs and cost input for land appraisals and feasibility work

About you

• Experience as an Assistant QS or Trainee QS within construction
• Experience does not need to be within housing
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to work independently while taking direction from senior team members
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and commercial processes
• A genuine interest in residential construction and high quality project delivery

Salary and benefits

• Salary is dependent on experience and typically ranges from 30000 to 38000
• Company bonus scheme Mileage and travel expenses
• Clear progression routes within the commercial team
• Support with professional development
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• Company pension
• Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

This role offers long term progression, exposure to high specification residential projects and the chance to work within a respected regional developer. It is well suited to someone looking to take the next step in their commercial career.

To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Graduate Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a regional high end housing developer in the North East. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to begin their commercial career within a supportive team, working directly under an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor.

About the role

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will assist with the commercial management of bespoke residential developments across the region. You will support the Senior QS with cost control, procurement, valuations and reporting, gaining hands on experience across the full project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with preparing budgets and cost plans for new developments
• Support the production of valuations and cost to complete exercises
• Help manage subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts
• Contribute to issuing subcontract orders and maintaining documentation
• Carry out site measures and support assessment of contractor payments
• Attend internal and external meetings with the Senior QS
• Maintain trade specifications and assist with monitoring subcontractor performance
• Support pricing of customer extras and liaise with the sales team
• Assist with professional fees management and material buying
• Provide take offs and cost input for land appraisals

About you

• A degree in quantity surveying or a related construction discipline
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good communication and organisational abilities
• A proactive approach with willingness to learn from senior team members
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and general commercial processes
• A genuine interest in residential construction and high quality housing delivery

Salary and benefits

• Salary is dependent on experience and typically ranges from £25000 to £30000, based on experience
• Company bonus scheme
• Mileage and travel expenses
• Clear progression routes within the commercial team
• Company pension
• Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

This role offers structured development, clear progression routes and exposure to high specification residential projects. It is well suited to a motivated graduate looking to build a long term career within a respected regional developer.

To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Are you a highly organised and hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being involved across all financial areas of a growing business?

Elvet Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a successful and rapidly expanding civil engineering company based in Tyneside, delivering a high volume of projects across the North East.

Our client is seeking an Finance Officer Associate to join their close-knit team, supporting both financial and general office operations. This is a varied, hands-on role offering real exposure across finance, payroll, administration, and operational support within a high-growth business.

With a turnover of approximately £52 million and ambitious plans for continued growth, the company is entering an exciting phase of expansion. The role is initially based in County Durham, with a planned relocation to Tyne & Wear in August 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of a broad finance and office role within a dynamic construction environment, with genuine scope to develop and progress as the business continues to scale.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Carrying out detailed bank reconciliations to ensure financial integrity
• Maintaining full control of sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
• Processing payroll-related activities and supporting both weekly and monthly payroll functions
• Managing and processing supplier invoices and supporting accounts payable operations
• Completing VAT returns, CIS submissions, PAYE processes
• Assisting with procurement processes, including supplier communication and cost control
• Performing cost analysis to identify efficiencies and support business savings opportunities
• Contributing to the improvement and implementation of administrative and financial processes to increase operational efficiency
• Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations across site and office functions

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or office/finance hybrid role (construction experience advantageous)
• Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including month-end processes and ledger management
• Experience with payroll, invoices, and financial reporting. Sage Payroll knowledge essential
• Confident working with Excel and financial systems. Sage 50 knowledge essential.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of VAT, CIS, PAYE, and general compliance processes is highly desirable
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage a varied workload
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise across operational and commercial teams

Role Information:

• Salary up to £30,000
• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Office-based in Tyneside 
• Opportunity to join a £52m turnover business with significant growth plans
• Broad, varied role with excellent long-term progression potential

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website

Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Preconstruction Manager on behalf of a long-standing civil engineering main contractor to help deliver schemes across the North East

The role will cover the Northumbrian Water AMP8/9 schemes with work over the next 15 years

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design activities across clean water and wastewater networks, treatment facilities, pipelines and associated civil structures.
• Ensure design solutions align with construction methodologies, programme requirements and TOTEX objectives.
• Manage design deliverables, technical queries, approvals and key milestones in accordance with NEC4 contracts.
• Ensure compliance with Northumbrian Water Engineering Standards, WIS, CESWI, DWI and EA requirements, as well as relevant planning consents.
• Maintain a live design risk register and support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) to identify and mitigate delivery risks.
• Oversee BIM processes and digital design workflows, including Civil 3D, Revit and ProjectWise, to improve coordination and minimise rework.
• Lead Value Engineering and Collaborative Planning workshops, ensuring opportunities to improve efficiency and value are identified and implemented.
• Manage design change transparently, maintaining strong communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Implement robust QA/QC processes, including design verification, HAZOP/HAZCON reviews and document control.
• Coordinate effectively across civil, MEICA, geotechnical and temporary works disciplines to ensure fully integrated solutions.
• Promote a culture of technical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Ideally, you will have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered status or a relevant professional qualification, such as MICE or CEng, is preferred.
• Proven experience in design management within the UK water sector, ideally gained with a contractor or design-and-build organisation.
• Strong knowledge of AMP programmes, TOTEX principles and the UK water regulatory environment.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and coordinating design through to construction.
• A good understanding of NEC contracts and modern delivery models.
• Experience with BIM and relevant digital design tools is desirable.

Remuneration:

On offer is a salary of up to £70,000 (DOE) plus generous package

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.
By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website

For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Are you highly organised, proactive, and looking to develop your career within HR?

Do you enjoy working with people, managing administration, and supporting a busy team? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can build your HR experience within a well-established construction business?

Elvet Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established civil engineering contractor to recruit an HR Assistant to join their HR team in Teesside.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Administrator looking for their next step, or someone with strong administration and people-focused experience who is looking to develop their career within Human Resources.

Working as part of the HR team, you will provide essential administrative support across a broad range of HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, employee records, absence management, and employee relations.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, approachable, and confident dealing with employees and managers at all levels. You will be comfortable handling confidential information, managing multiple priorities, and working in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the HR team across a range of HR activities.
• Supporting the recruitment process, including preparing adverts, coordinating interviews, arranging pre-employment checks, and maintaining candidate records.
• Assisting with the onboarding and induction of new employees, ensuring all relevant documentation is completed accurately.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems.
• Supporting payroll administration by providing accurate and timely information relating to new starters, leavers, absence, holidays, and other employee changes.
• Monitoring and maintaining absence records, supporting managers with absence-related administration where required.
• Assisting with employee relations processes, including preparing documentation and coordinating meetings.
• Responding to HR queries from employees and managers in a professional and timely manner.
• Preparing HR documentation, letters, reports, and correspondence.
• Supporting the administration of holidays, sickness, family leave, and other employee-related processes.
• Ensuring HR records and documentation are maintained accurately and in line with company procedures.
• Maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
• Supporting HR projects, initiatives, and continuous improvement activities as required.
• Working closely with managers and other departments to provide an efficient and responsive HR service.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience within an HR, HR Administration, Personnel, or Business Administration role.
• Alternatively, strong administration experience with a genuine interest in developing a career within HR.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling employee information and documentation.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• A professional, approachable, and proactive manner.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider HR team.
• Experience within construction, civil engineering, engineering, or another fast-paced industry would be advantageous but is not essential.
• An interest in developing your knowledge and career within HR.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Based in Teesside
• Opportunity to develop your HR career within an established civil engineering business
• Varied HR role with exposure to multiple areas of the employee lifecycle
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent opportunity for professional development and progression

This is a permanent opportunity, and Elvet Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this role, you accept the Terms & Conditions, Privacy Notice, and Disclaimers available on the Elvet Recruitment website.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Construction Project Manager on behalf of a respected regional main contractor to oversee the delivery of commercial, industrial, education and healthcare projects across the North East. Typical schemes range from £250k refurbishments through to £3m–£5m new‑build and extension projects, combining elements of civils, steelwork, fit‑out and building services.

This role suits a driven, organised Project Manager who can take ownership, maintain strong client relationships, and lead site teams to deliver safe, high‑quality and commercially successful outcomes.

The Role

You will manage projects from pre‑construction through to handover, ensuring programme, quality, safety and commercial targets are achieved. Working closely with directors, commercial teams and site managers, you will coordinate design information, procurement, subcontractors and client communication.

Projects typically include:

• Commercial refurbishments and fit‑outs (£250k–£2m)

• Industrial unit alterations and small new builds (£1m–£5m)

• Education and healthcare refurbishments (£500k–£3m)

• Civils and external works packages

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from pre‑start to completion

• Develop and manage construction programmes

• Coordinate design information, procurement and subcontractor packages

• Chair progress meetings and maintain client communication

• Oversee site performance, quality control and compliance

• Manage project budgets, variations and commercial reporting

• Ensure H&S and CDM compliance across all activities

• Support and mentor Site Managers and Supervisors

• Drive snagging, commissioning and final handover

About You

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction

• Background delivering refurbishment, commercial, industrial or new‑build projects

• Strong understanding of H&S, CDM, temporary works and construction sequencing

• Confident managing multiple projects and stakeholders

• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills

• Ability to work closely with commercial teams on cost control

• SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS essential

What’s On Offer

• Salary £65k–£70k depending on experience

• Company vehicle or allowance

• Pension and benefits package

• Opportunity to progress within a growing regional contractor

• Varied workload across commercial, industrial, education and healthcare sectors

For more info contact George French at Elvet Recruitment.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a growing regional main contractor to lead the delivery of commercial, industrial, education and healthcare projects across the North East. Typical schemes range from £250k refurbishments through to £3m–£5m new‑build and extension projects, combining elements of civils, steelwork, fit‑out and building services.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys taking full ownership of projects from pre‑start through to successful handover.

The Role

As Senior Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of live construction sites, ensuring programme, quality, safety and commercial targets are consistently achieved. You will lead subcontractors, coordinate with internal teams, and maintain strong relationships with clients and consultants.

You will oversee projects including:

• Commercial refurbishments and fit‑outs (£250k–£2m)

• Industrial unit alterations and small new builds (£1m–£5m)

• Education and healthcare refurbishments (£500k–£3m)

• Civils and external works packages

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site operations from pre‑construction through to handover

• Manage subcontractors, labour, materials and logistics

• Ensure compliance with H&S, CDM and company procedures

• Drive programme performance and maintain accurate site records

• Coordinate with design, commercial and project management teams

• Conduct progress meetings and produce site reports

• Maintain high standards of workmanship and client satisfaction

• Oversee quality control, snagging and final completion

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager

• Background delivering refurbishment, small works, commercial or industrial projects

• Strong understanding of H&S, CDM, temporary works and construction sequencing

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain tight control of programme

• SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS essential

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary £60k–£65k

• Company vehicle or allowance

• Pension and benefits package

• Opportunity to progress within a growing regional contractor

• Varied workload across commercial, industrial, education and healthcare sectors

For more info contact George French at Elvet Recruitment.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Are you an organised and customer-focused individual who enjoys helping people and ensuring issues are resolved efficiently?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service?

Elvet Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading UK housebuilder to recruit a Customer Care Coordinator to join their North East team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation where you will play a key role in supporting customers throughout their post-completion journey, ensuring a smooth and positive experience from the moment they move into their new home.

Working as part of the Customer Care team, you will be responsible for managing customer enquiries, coordinating defect resolution, and ensuring issues are handled efficiently while maintaining the high standards expected by the business and its customers.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, confident communicating with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams, and comfortable managing multiple priorities within a busy environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Acting as a key point of contact for customers during their warranty period, providing updates and ensuring issues are progressed effectively.
• Responding to customer enquiries via telephone and email in a professional and timely manner.
• Logging, monitoring, and maintaining accurate records of customer issues, defects, subcontractors, and plot information.
• Coordinating appointments between customers, subcontractors, site teams, and Customer Care Operatives to ensure defects are resolved efficiently.
• Liaising with subcontractors to arrange remedial works and monitor progress against agreed timescales.
• Supporting the Customer Care team with complaint handling, escalating issues where required and ensuring customers receive a high level of service.
• Carrying out courtesy calls, home visits, and development drop-in sessions to build strong customer relationships.
• Working closely with Site Teams, Sales Teams, and internal departments to ensure customer queries are resolved effectively.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and highlighting any concerns to the Head of Customer Care.
• Updating internal systems and ensuring all customer care documentation remains accurate and compliant.
• Supporting team meetings, site closure meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working within a Customer Care, Customer Service, Administration, or Coordinator role.
• Experience within housebuilding, construction, property, or a similar fast-paced environment would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to resolving issues.
• High attention to detail with strong administration skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
• Confident using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Full UK driving licence preferred due to travel requirements between developments and the divisional office.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Access to employee discounts and benefits portal
• ShareSave scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life assurance
• Excellent career development opportunities within a successful and growing housebuilder

This is a permanent opportunity, and Elvet Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this role, you accept the Terms & Conditions, Privacy Notice, and Disclaimers available on the Elvet Recruitment website.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment.