Business Support

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

We are looking for a Business Support Administrator to join our Traffic Management team, based at Midlands Metro Allicance Birmingham office, B19 3SD. Reporting to the Traffic Management Manager, you will provide essential administrative and document control support to the team.

The Business Support role involves checking and confirming operatives' daily record sheets against the internal site diary, tracking and recording any changes to on-site labour to ensure accuracy, and checking, confirming, and processing operatives' timesheets. You will be responsible for submitting weekly timesheets and daily record sheets to the client, ensuring all records and documentation are kept up to date at all times, and assisting the team with the preparation of required documents. The role also includes carrying out any other duties that are appropriate and commensurate with the position.

The ideal candidate for the Business Support role will have previous experience working within an office environment, in a Business Admin role preferably within the Construction industry. It is essential that you have strong data inputting and record-keeping skills. A qualification in Business Administration is desirable but not essential. You will be confident using Microsoft Excel and Word, have good organisational and communication skills, and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail. The role requires someone who can work effectively both independently and as part of a small team, is flexible and adaptable to a varied workload, and is willing to learn and further develop, including gaining any qualifications required to support the duties of the role. A UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.

Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:

• A salary between £24,000 and £27,000 (dependent on experience)
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Ongoing personal / professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.