iQ is one of the UK's biggest providers of student accommodation, committed to giving our 37,000 students in 86 sites across 29 UK cities their best year yet.
Our London and Manchester based support teams are the cog that keeps the iQ wheels turning, providing our brilliant site teams with everything they need to deliver a fantastic student experience every day.
iQers are a pretty special bunch. Our team is bursting with independent thinkers and problem solvers, who join us to explore what's possible and build a career as part of a diverse, fun and supportive team. If you have people skills, personality and potential then you have all the makings of a great iQer.
Commerical Administrator
We’re looking for a Commercial Administrator to join our Capital Projects team, supporting construction, refurbishment and building improvement projects across our UK portfolio.
Working closely with the Head of Commercial, Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, you’ll help keep projects on track by supporting reporting, procurement, payments and contract administration. This is a fast‑paced, varied role where you’ll play a key part in ensuring strong commercial control and smooth project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the preparation of monthly commercial and project reports, providing accurate updates on financial performance and progress
- Maintaining up‑to‑date project information and ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed
- Managing purchase orders and supporting procurement activity across multiple projects
- Acting as a key point of coordination for supplier invoices and payment applications, ensuring these are processed in line with contractual terms
- Tracking project costs, payments and final accounts, helping to ensure strong financial control
- Supporting the administration of contracts, including notices, instructions and key documentation
- Working closely with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to monitor progress and resolve issues
- Supporting the monitoring of supply chain performance and key commercial metrics
- Building strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners to support project delivery
Skills and Experience:
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Experience in an administrative, commercial or construction support role
- Confidence working with systems such as purchase order platforms (e.g. Yardi or SAP)
- Experience in construction, surveying or facilities-related environments (desriable)
- Awareness of commercial processes and health & safety requirements
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We operate a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home / site location.
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