About Alconex
Alconex is an Independent Connections Provider (ICP) operating across the UK, delivering innovative multi-utility solutions to residential, commercial and industrial developments. Through our technical and design expertise, we power new communities and enable sustainable growth; connecting people, homes and businesses to the infrastructure they depend on every day.
We are on a deliberate and ambitious growth journey. As demand for integrated, high-quality multi-utility solutions increases, we are strengthening our capability, investing in our people and evolving our systems to build a resilient, future-focused business. Our growth is not just about scale; it is about raising standards, deepening expertise and consistently delivering work we are proud of.
Safety and wellbeing sit at the heart of everything we do. Alongside integrity, accountability and professionalism, they shape how we operate: on site, in design and across the wider business. We back capable people who take ownership, work collaboratively and care about the quality of their contribution. As we grow, we are building a business where high performance and wellbeing go hand in hand, ensuring a strong and sustainable future for all.
The Role
The Pre-Construction Administrator provides essential administrative and project coordination support to the wider Pre-Construction and Operations team. Working alongside Design, Estimating, Business Development and Operations, you'll ensure utility applications, project information and customer requests are managed accurately and efficiently.
This role plays a vital part in delivering an excellent customer experience by helping projects progress smoothly from enquiry through to construction. You'll be responsible for maintaining accurate project information, coordinating applications with utility providers and supporting colleagues across multiple departments.
Key Responsibilities
Project Administration
- Set up new projects on Alconex portal
- Create and maintain Plot Detail spreadsheets
- Create and maintain Plot to Property (P2P) spreadsheets
- Maintain project records and trackers, ensuring information is accurate and up to date
- Prepare and issue Developer Packs
- Obtain statutory utility plans for new developments
- Request highway plans
Utility Applications
- Submit and manage MPAN and MPRN requests and amendments
- Submit water plot connection and meter requests for incumbent water connections
- Chase outstanding Schedule 1 agreements with utility providers
Financial Administration
- Raise Purchase Orders (POs)
- Process payments on behalf of the Pre-Construction team
- Process Last Mile water invoices
- Maintain the Last Mile water invoice tracker
Team Support
- Book hotels and travel arrangements where required
- Support colleagues with administrative activities and project coordination
- Assist Design, Estimating and Project Coordination teams to ensure projects progress efficiently
- Respond to internal and external customer enquiries in a professional and timely manner
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and support continuous improvement across the department
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Excellent organisational and administration skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- A proactive approach with the ability to work independently
- A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to support colleagues
Desirable
- Experience within construction, utilities or housebuilding
- Knowledge of utility connection processes
- Experience using customer or utility portals
- Experience raising Purchase Orders and processing invoices
- Experience maintaining project trackers or databases
Behaviours
At Alconex we look for people who demonstrate our values every day
You'll be someone who:
- Takes pride in doing the job right first time.
- Builds positive relationships with colleagues and customers
- Takes ownership of your work and follows tasks through to completion
- Looks for ways to improve processes rather than accepting "that's how it's always been done."
- Works collaboratively and supports the wider team
- Acts with honesty, professionalism and integrity
Our Commitment
Alconex is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, provided they meet the requirements of the role.
A note to recruiters:We work with a defined Preferred Supplier List and aren’t accepting speculative agency introductions at this stage. Thank you for your interest in working with Alconex.
Pay: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Garforth LS25: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
