Join MGL Group
MGL Group is a family-run business established in 1972, delivering a comprehensive range of services across the construction industry. As we continue to grow and invest in our people, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Administrator to join our Commercial Team on a permanent, full-time basis.
At MGL Group, safety is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our team, you’ll be committed to maintaining safe working practices and following all company procedures and industry regulations.
About the Role
We are looking for a structured, detail-oriented Commercial Administrator to join our commercial team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing the financial and administrative workflows that keep our processes running smoothly, with a strong focus on subcontractor management and cash flow visibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Cash & Valuations Monitoring: Track applications for payment, monitor certificates, and monitor cash inflows and outflows against project timelines.
- Subcontract Liability Monitoring: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of our liabilities and commitments with subcontractors to assist with accurate cost forecasting.
- Subcontract Auditing & Payments: Development and audit of subcontractor payment, process payments accurately, and ensure full compliance with contractual terms.
- General Commercial Administration: Support the wider commercial and quantity surveying teams with data entry, record keeping, document control, and ad-hoc administrative tasks.
What we are looking for
- Experience: Previous experience in a commercial administration, accounts payable, or project administration role ideally within the construction, civil engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
- Financial Literacy: Comfort working with numbers, applications for payment, payment certificates, and basic financial reporting.
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy when auditing documents and managing payment schedules to prevent errors.
- Software Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard construction accounting or ERP systems.
- Communication: Clear, professional communication skills to effectively liaise with subcontractors and the internal teams.
MGL Group fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.
