Quote Administrator, SOCOTEC, Coventry
To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our Infrastructure Division. SOCOTEC is the UK’s largest independent construction materials testing division, delivering seven million tests a year to more than 5,000 clients either in our laboratories or on-site. SOCOTEC offers the widest range of testing, inspection and certification services in the UK. Our sampling and testing methods are based upon current British and European standards and are accredited by UKAS.
The purpose of this role is to work within the Structures and Pavements Team based in our Coventry office, but working with other team members located around the country. The Structures and Pavements site team carry out testing and inspections on sites such as buildings, bridges and roads.
The key function of the role is to assist the Operations Team with all aspects of the quotation process from logging enquiries, producing quotations and being the initial point of contact for stakeholders and producing invoices using Sage.
This is a full-time role (Mon-Fri), however we would welcome applications for part-time hours (Mon-Fri) from suitable candidates (please give details during application process).
MAIN DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES
Triaging the structures and pavement team email inbox
Being the initial point of contact to clients and sub-contractors via. email and over the phone
Logging enquiry data into the team quote log using Microsoft Excel
Raising invoices on Sage (training will be offered)
Any other duties as assigned and deemed commensurate with the grade and overall responsibility of the post
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Excellent IT skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook and also pdf software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A keen eye for detail and be able to produce accurate work
The ability to work in an organised fashion, to achieve deadlines
DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES
Although no previous experience within the Civil Engineering industry is necessary, a willingness to learn about the inspection and testing that we undertake is essential
Sage experience preferable but training can be offered if necessary
SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you’ll be part of an 1,800+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry-leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.
As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, up to 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.
Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.