Technical Administrator - Yorkshire West Division - Leeds Based

The Design and Technical teams are involved in all aspects of housing design and innovation, this team is also responsible for researching the best materials, at the best cost.

In terms of design, there’s the sheer variety of our sites, many of them using existing buildings, and all of them with unique problems to solve. Then there’s the question of new materials and our drive for sustainability and value, all in the face of ever changing building and environmental legislation.

Most of the people in this team have an architectural or engineering background, and for all, we offer the opportunity to gain expertise in design and project management in a thought-provoking setting.

Reporting to the Technical Manager or Technical Director, to support them in fulfilling his/her responsibilities, contributing to the overall success of the business through the provision of efficient and effective administrative support. 

You will be expected to:

• Work closely with the Technical Director/Technical Manager to ensure that relevant administrative tasks are dealt with efficiently
• Perform general departmental administration tasks as and when required to meet the needs of the department
• Manage and maintain relevant filing systems and databases
• Liaise with internal and external customers/contacts to ensure a smooth flow of information and work between the department, Head Office and other internal/external departments and contacts
• Monitor costs incurred by the department
• Ensure effective and efficient processing of documents through Company systems, working within set time frames
• Provide other appropriate ad hoc duties, and administrative support within the Division, as and when required
  

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Experience of working in an administration/secretarial role                                               
• Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with MS Office programs and a good standard of written English 
• Ability to generate professional correspondence unaided
• Self–disciplined individuals, with demonstrably good time management skills and the ability to manage a number of priorities
• Ability to multi-task, and work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Team players who are supportive of colleagues
• Professional and pleasant manner in dealing with internal and external customers
• Excellent telephone skills