ACR have an exciting job opportunity for a Buyer to work for a large-scale house builder located in Kent to work on a 6 month contract with the potential to be extended to 9 months. Reporting to the Commercial Director, the role of Buyer supports with the day to day management of procurement costs for the division, compliance with group purchasing arrangements, collection of rebates and the setting and monitoring of materials budgets to deliver the business unit output in the most timely, efficient and cost effective manner possible. Principle accountabilities of the role include: Ensuring competitive procurement of materials and plant as dictated by individual project specifications. Administering and assist with monitoring of Material Rebate claims. Monitoring supplier performance. Preparing Contract Material Budget. Monitoring and reporting on Material Budget as contract progresses. Issuing tender enquiries and analysing quotations. Preparing material take-off from contract drawings. Preparing material schedules on Excel for supplier and site use. Production of computer generated Purchase Orders. Issuing orders to enable waste management systems to be implemented on sites. Collating and submitting statistical analysis as required. Experience, Qualifications and Skills Experience Previously held Buying role with knowledge of take offs, schedules and budgets required. Qualifications and Training Current CSCS card or equivalent GCSE English and Mathematics grade A-C/4+ or equivalent Skills and Aptitude Strong communication and listening skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to work on own as well as part of a team IT literate, proficient in MS Word and Excel with the ability to adapt to new systems Ability to work to deadlines under pressure Able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders at all levels Committed to diversity and inclusion
17/01/2026
Seasonal
ACR have an exciting job opportunity for a Buyer to work for a large-scale house builder located in Kent to work on a 6 month contract with the potential to be extended to 9 months. Reporting to the Commercial Director, the role of Buyer supports with the day to day management of procurement costs for the division, compliance with group purchasing arrangements, collection of rebates and the setting and monitoring of materials budgets to deliver the business unit output in the most timely, efficient and cost effective manner possible. Principle accountabilities of the role include: Ensuring competitive procurement of materials and plant as dictated by individual project specifications. Administering and assist with monitoring of Material Rebate claims. Monitoring supplier performance. Preparing Contract Material Budget. Monitoring and reporting on Material Budget as contract progresses. Issuing tender enquiries and analysing quotations. Preparing material take-off from contract drawings. Preparing material schedules on Excel for supplier and site use. Production of computer generated Purchase Orders. Issuing orders to enable waste management systems to be implemented on sites. Collating and submitting statistical analysis as required. Experience, Qualifications and Skills Experience Previously held Buying role with knowledge of take offs, schedules and budgets required. Qualifications and Training Current CSCS card or equivalent GCSE English and Mathematics grade A-C/4+ or equivalent Skills and Aptitude Strong communication and listening skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to work on own as well as part of a team IT literate, proficient in MS Word and Excel with the ability to adapt to new systems Ability to work to deadlines under pressure Able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders at all levels Committed to diversity and inclusion
ACR are working with an award winning House Builder located in Essex who due to continued growth, are looking to recruit either a Technical Coordinator or Senior Technical Coordinator to join their busy team. Responsibilities include: Coordinate the production of layouts and working drawings. Assist in the production of Technical reports for land appraisals, with appropriate supervision. Prepare sales and legal information in relation to the land for example, conveyance plans, brochure plans, sales area layout drawings and online reservation documentation. Prepare and monitor Technical specifications and Home User Guides. Prepare and release specific site documentation in preparation of Sales launch information. Check and coordinate all architectural drawings, designs and specifications in conjunction with the engineering team. Produce designs for layouts and house designs, as required. Issue drawings and information for construction purposes, using the correct protocols as instructed by the Technical Director. Ensure updated Group drawings are issued in accordance with department procedures Provide support to the Planning team to aid the submission of planning and building regulation applications. Obtain planning permissions and other statutory approvals (e.g. S104 and S38 agreements) and satisfy any imposed conditions with the Engineering team. Provide support to the Engineering team to progress and achieve adoption for the POS, S38, S104 agreements within the developments. Complete miscellaneous approvals such as foot path closures, sales signage etc. Ensure enquiries and applications when required go to statutory service companies and local authorities. Provide technical support and information to the Construction, Commercial and Sales teams and maintain good communication to ensure the required level of service is maintained. Assist the Technical Manager / Senior Technical Manager and Development Manager in fee negotiation and the appointment of consultants. Assist in the production of pre-tender health and safety plans. Assist the overall Technical team in maintaining updated processes in regards to Building Regulations and any other Statutory Bodies. Comply with all responsibilities as laid down in the Group s Health, Safety & Environment Policy. At all times comply with company policies, procedures and instructions. Implement new ideas and methods and continue to seek ways of both improving contribution to the organisation s goals and enhancing the reputation of the company. Obtain the necessary postal addresses for each development. Manage the Customer Change procedures by liaising with relevant consultants and check works are complete to suit the construction programme. For more information, please get in touch with ACR.
23/12/2025
Contract
ACR are working with an award winning House Builder located in Essex who due to continued growth, are looking to recruit either a Technical Coordinator or Senior Technical Coordinator to join their busy team. Responsibilities include: Coordinate the production of layouts and working drawings. Assist in the production of Technical reports for land appraisals, with appropriate supervision. Prepare sales and legal information in relation to the land for example, conveyance plans, brochure plans, sales area layout drawings and online reservation documentation. Prepare and monitor Technical specifications and Home User Guides. Prepare and release specific site documentation in preparation of Sales launch information. Check and coordinate all architectural drawings, designs and specifications in conjunction with the engineering team. Produce designs for layouts and house designs, as required. Issue drawings and information for construction purposes, using the correct protocols as instructed by the Technical Director. Ensure updated Group drawings are issued in accordance with department procedures Provide support to the Planning team to aid the submission of planning and building regulation applications. Obtain planning permissions and other statutory approvals (e.g. S104 and S38 agreements) and satisfy any imposed conditions with the Engineering team. Provide support to the Engineering team to progress and achieve adoption for the POS, S38, S104 agreements within the developments. Complete miscellaneous approvals such as foot path closures, sales signage etc. Ensure enquiries and applications when required go to statutory service companies and local authorities. Provide technical support and information to the Construction, Commercial and Sales teams and maintain good communication to ensure the required level of service is maintained. Assist the Technical Manager / Senior Technical Manager and Development Manager in fee negotiation and the appointment of consultants. Assist in the production of pre-tender health and safety plans. Assist the overall Technical team in maintaining updated processes in regards to Building Regulations and any other Statutory Bodies. Comply with all responsibilities as laid down in the Group s Health, Safety & Environment Policy. At all times comply with company policies, procedures and instructions. Implement new ideas and methods and continue to seek ways of both improving contribution to the organisation s goals and enhancing the reputation of the company. Obtain the necessary postal addresses for each development. Manage the Customer Change procedures by liaising with relevant consultants and check works are complete to suit the construction programme. For more information, please get in touch with ACR.
