Hybrid Office Manager — Payroll, Admin & Ops (Construction)

Company: Elvet Recruitment
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Location: Stamfordham
Job Description:

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys keeping operations running smoothly?Elvet Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a successful and rapidly growing groundworks company based in the North East, delivering a high volume of work across the North East region.Our client is seeking an Office Manager to support both operational and commercial functions, ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the office. This is a pivotal position within the business, offering real scope to make an impact.With a workforce of approximately 75 site operatives and a growing office team, the company currently has a turnover of around £12 million and ambitious plans to scale significantly over the next five years.This is an exciting opportunity to join and play a key role in the continued growth of one of the North East’s fastest-growing groundworks businesses – providing an excellent opportunity to be part of the company’s next phase of growth.What You’ll Be Doing:*Managing weekly subcontractor (CIS) wages using the company clocking-in system and Bright HR, ensuring hours are accurately recorded and submitted for approval*Processing monthly payroll for office staff*Transferring timesheet data into spreadsheets (Excel) and maintaining accurate payroll records*Paying supplier invoices on a monthly basis*Monitoring and managing company vehicle systems, ensuring MOTs, servicing, and insurance policies are up to date and compliant*Overseeing the plant management system and supporting operational tracking*Managing the employee training matrix, ensuring all qualifications and certifications remain valid and up to date*Monitoring and managing company insurance policies*Handling the customer care email inbox and liaising with Contracts Managers to schedule works*Supporting commercial management where required, helping to streamline processes and improve efficiency*Assisting with general office administration and contributing to the smooth running of the businessWhat We’re Looking For:*Previous experience in an Office Manager or similar role*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities*High attention to detail, particularly when handling payroll and compliance-related tasks*Confident IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and general office systems*Comfortable working with multiple software systems (e.g. Bright HR, plant management systems, drawing tools such as Bluebeam)*A proactive, hands-on attitude with the ability to work independently*Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with both site and office teams*Experience within construction, groundwork’s, or a similar industry is advantageousRole Information:*Competitive salary (DOE)*Flexible working hours – Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:30*Hybrid option: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home*Opportunity to join a fast-growing and ambitious business* Clear opportunity for progression as the company continues to growThis 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 websitePlease call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail

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Posted: March 27th, 2026