Lemon Drizzle Recruitment

Construction Buyer Teesside Salary £38,000 - £42,000 Civils Contractor Lemon Drizzle Recruitment is partnering with a leading multi-disciplined construction contractor in Teesside to recruit a Construction Buyer. This role supports a growing procurement team and plays a key part in managing suppliers, securing competitive prices, and ensuring smooth project delivery. The Role You ll work closely with Buyers, QSs, Estimators and site teams, handling purchasing activity across multiple live construction and civil engineering projects. This is a fast-paced, office-based role (7:30am 5pm) within a friendly, professional team. Key Responsibilities Source and purchase construction materials and subcontractor services. Build effective relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to maintain pricing, quality and reliability. Negotiate rates, discounts and terms to support budgets and programmes. Forecast material needs and plan deliveries with site and commercial teams. Ensure compliance with company policies, H&S and environmental standards. Review specs with engineers and propose cost-efficient alternatives. Raise POs, maintain accurate procurement data and improve internal processes. Resolve invoice queries and monitor market trends to support buying decisions. What s on offer Competitive salary negotiable depending on the candidate 24 days holiday + bank holidays 5% employer pension Professional development and CIPS support Career progression within a growing procurement team Exposure to a wide range of construction projects Additional benefits after probation Who This Suits Minimum 2 years experience in a construction buying role Strong communication, organisation and negotiation skills Good understanding of construction materials IT-competent (Excel, Word, Outlook) Willing to travel to sites and suppliers (driving licence preferred) Qualifications in procurement, supply chain or construction desirable; CIPS advantageous Apply For more information, contact Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment . All enquiries are handled in the strictest confidence.

Assistant Construction Buyer Civils Contractor Middlesbrough Salary - £28,500 - £32,000 pa Lemon Drizzle Recruitment has been appointed to recruit an Assistant Construction Buyer for a Civils Contractor based in Middlesbrough. This role is crucial to support their growing procurement team by managing the supply chain and negotiating best prices for materials and subcontractor services. This contractor has built an excellent reputation and has grown significantly over the past decade. They specialise in civil engineering, earthworks, groundworks, multi utilities, road surfacing and building services. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that's expanding rapidly and making a big impact in the construction industry. You ll be part of a team of 4 Buyers reporting into the Procurement Manager, office-based in Middlesbrough working 7.30am 5pm. The vibe in the office is relaxed yet professional and you will be working alongside Buyers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators and other construction professionals. If you have a background in procurement and are passionate about construction, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. What you ll be responsible for You ll support the delivery of material purchasing and supplier coordination across multiple live projects, helping manage cost, availability, and supply chain performance. You ll also be involved in negotiating rates, raising and tracking orders, and improving procurement systems and processes. What s in it for you? This is a growing business, and they are doing big and exciting things. They are looking for likeminded people who want to grow with them and be part of their journey and in return they offer a collaborative working environment, training and will support you with your career development. Salary from £28,500 - £32,000 (depending on experience). 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays Health Shield Care Plan 5% employer pension contributions Support towards professional qualifications (e.g., CIPS). Opportunities for progression within a growing procurement team. Exposure to a wide range of civil engineering and construction projects across the group. Standard working hours: 07 00, Monday to Friday. Who is this role ideal for? This role is ideal for someone looking to start or develop a career in construction procurement. Minimum 1 year experience in construction. This would be in a site or office base role or from a builder s merchant. Strong communication skills and can demonstrate the ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment. Basic skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Willingness to develop negotiation skills and resolve procurement challenges. Excellent admin skills and very organised. Full UK Driving Licence (preferred or willingness to obtain). How do you find out more and apply? To find out more please contact Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment. I highly value discretion and all conversations are 100% confidential or to apply click on the link and I ll be in touch.

Quantity Surveyor Civils Location: Teesside Salary: £COMPETITIVE DOE + Car Allowance + Benefits About the Role Lemon Drizzle Recruitment has been appointed to find an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a Civils Subcontractor based in Teesside. You will manage civils packages for commercial and industrial build projects across the North East. You ll be office-based, with occasional site visits as required, and will be working with a mix of JCT, NEC, and bespoke contracts. If you have a strong background in quantity surveying and a passion for civils projects, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities Manage civils projects of various sizes, ensuring clear and accurate budgets are produced. Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams to deliver projects within budget. Oversee procurement to align with programme and tender targets. Handle client accounts and monthly project reporting. Manage change control, risk and opportunity processes. Work closely with site teams to track progress and cost of site resources. Provide detailed commercial analysis and submit monthly payment applications. Manage multiple projects with varying complexities. What s in It for You? Competitive salary depending on experience Car allowance or company car 24 days holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme and additional perks Ideal Candidate Minimum 2 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management Background in civils essential Able to prioritise and manage multiple responsibilities Excellent communicator, confident dealing with all stakeholders Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset Proficient in Microsoft Office Full UK driving licence required The Hiring Process Initial chat/Teams call with me, Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment If mutually a good fit, you ll be introduced to the client In-person interview with the Commercial Manager How to Apply To apply or find out more, contact Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment. All conversations are strictly confidential. Click the link to apply directly or reach out to me for an informal chat. I m here to support your next career step, whether that s now or in the future. If this role isn t the right match, I ll keep your profile in mind for upcoming opportunities (GDPR-compliant). Thanks for reading I look forward to hearing from you.

Document Controller / Construction Administrator Main Contractor Site-Based, Middlesbrough Salary: £30,000 £35,000 Hours: 8:00am 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Lemon Drizzle Recruitment has been appointed to source an experienced Document Controller / Construction Administrator on behalf of a growing main contractor based in Teesside. The company specialises in healthcare sector projects, delivering both refurbishment and new builds valued up to £15 million. This is a site-based role in Middlesbrough, offering a great opportunity for someone with construction administration experience to join a reputable contractor on exciting projects. Key Responsibilities You ll play a vital role in project organisation and compliance, supporting the site and project teams. Responsibilities include: Administering and managing Field View: creating forms, downloading data, and distributing for client verification. Digitising drawings in Field View to geo-tag defect locations and enable form creation. Supporting the creation and tracking of defect rectification forms. Assisting in the administration of the SYPRO Commercial NEC management tool. Uploading and managing documents via Viewpoint. Organising and maintaining contract folders and key project records. Uploading and distributing project documentation through Viewpoint. Recording and filing RAMS, inductions, and compliance documents. Assisting in the preparation of O&M manuals in collaboration with the wider team. Taking and distributing subcontractor meeting minutes and pre-start meeting records. What s in It for You? Salary: £30,000 £35,000 (DOE) Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays Pension: Enhanced employer contributions Join a supportive and expanding business delivering meaningful projects across the region. Ideal Candidate Profile Strong organisational skills and experience managing digital files. Familiarity with document control platforms (e.g. Viewpoint, Field View) is a plus. Previous experience within a construction or engineering environment preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Excellent attention to detail and communication skills. While no formal qualifications are required, experience or training in construction administration is highly beneficial. Recruitment Process Initial chat/Teams call with Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment. If successful, you ll be introduced to the client for a face-to-face meeting with the Construction Manager. Interested? To find out more, please contact Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment. All enquiries are treated with the utmost confidentiality. Alternatively, click the apply link and I ll be in touch shortly. Even if this role isn t quite right, I keep all profiles on hand for future opportunities that might be a better match. I look forward to helping you move forward in your career whether it s for this role or the next one.