Commercial Administrator

Sapphire Utility Solutions, a Lanes Group Company specialise in multiple divisions. Yorkshire Water - WWSA provides essential wastewater services to millions of customers and businesses across Yorkshire. From managing sewerage networks to treating wastewater, protecting the environment, and maintaining reservoirs and catchments.

The Team play a vital role in supporting communities across the region and are committed to sustainability, innovation, and customer service, investing in infrastructure and environmental improvements to create a thriving Yorkshire for generations to come.

The Commercial Administrator supports the Commercial Team in the effective delivery of projects by providing accurate administrative, reporting, and document control support. The role is responsible for maintaining commercial records, supporting cost and invoicing processes, and ensuring commercial information is managed efficiently to enable informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

Good numerical and analytical skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Professional and proactive approach to work.

Experience working within construction, utilities, engineering, infrastructure, or related industries.

Understanding of commercial processes, contracts, or project environments.

Experience using commercial, finance, ERP, or project management systems.

Knowledge of purchase orders, invoicing processes, or cost tracking.

Relevant business, administration, finance, or commercial qualifications.

Interest in developing a career within Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying.

By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.

Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:

Leading : Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.

Agile : Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.

Nurturing : Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.

Engaging : Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility

Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Strive to be always positive and constructive

Adhere to all company policies

Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions

Help others through communicating clearly

Deliver on commitments

Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues

Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.