Receptionist

Receptionist

Kilnbridge

HQ – Canning Town

About Kilnbridge

Kilnbridge is the UK’s leading structures specialist, delivering some of the country’s most complex and iconic engineering, construction and infrastructure projects. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of a structure - design, build, adapt, repair and protect - delivered by four specialist operational businesses that combine seamlessly as One Kilnbridge to meet any project’s needs.

We are purpose led, focused on building a sustainable and resilient future for the UK, with a reputation for technical excellence, safety and quality built over 35 years. As an employee-owned business, our people are at the heart of everything we do - empowered to contribute, innovate and help shape our continued success.

If you want to make a meaningful impact, grow your career and join a team that values expertise and forward thinking, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for a professional and personable Receptionist to join our Head Office team in Canning Town. As the first point of contact for visitors, clients and colleagues, you'll play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in delivering excellent service and wants to be part of a successful employee-owned business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, clients and colleagues, creating a welcoming and professional environment.

• Managing incoming telephone calls and enquiries, ensuring they are handled efficiently and courteously.

• Coordinating visitor sign-ins, security passes and reception records.

• Receiving and distributing post, deliveries and courier items across the business.

• Supporting the smooth operation of the Head Office through meeting room bookings and administrative assistance.

• Maintaining accurate logs and records in line with company procedures.

• Keeping the reception area organised, professional and well-presented.

• Building positive relationships with colleagues, visitors and external stakeholders while delivering exceptional customer service.

What You'll Need

• Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house or administrative support role.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a confident and professional manner.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks in a busy environment.

• A customer-focused approach and a passion for delivering a great experience.

• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.

• Confidence using Microsoft Office and general office systems.

• A proactive, reliable attitude and the willingness to support the wider team.

• The ability to remain calm, organised and professional when managing multiple priorities

Why Kilnbridge?

With major projects delivered across the UK - from national infrastructure to clean energy, buildings and complex structural works - Kilnbridge offers the opportunity to work on schemes that leave a lasting legacy on the built environment. With a UK network of offices from London to Runcorn to Lisburn, we are a trusted partner in some of the most highly regulated, constrained and demanding environments working with our customers to support the delivery of projects across the country.

We are proud to be an employee-owned organisation where every colleague has a real stake in our success and a voice in how we grow. Our culture is shaped by four core values - Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence - which guide how we work and support one another every day. This has created a workforce that has earned recognition on the Financial Times and Statistas Best UK employers 2026 list.

If you're driven by pride in your work, inspired by technical challenge and motivated to help deliver projects that shape communities across the UK, you will thrive at Kilnbridge.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Kilnbridge is an equal opportunities employer and a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage applicants who may require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or marital status.