EDM Recruitment Group Ltd

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a new build retail development in Dumfries. This is a 20-week contract, starting April 2026, offering the opportunity to manage a high-profile project from start to finish. Key Responsibilities: Full site management of the new build retail project Coordination with contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and quality standards Monitoring progress, budgets, and schedules Reporting to the project management team Requirements: Proven experience as a site manager in retail or commercial construction Strong leadership and communication skills Solid understanding of construction methods, regulations, and best practices Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently Contract Details: Duration: 20 weeks Start Date: April 2026 Location: Dumfries, Scotland Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) This is an ideal role for a proactive site manager looking to deliver a high-quality retail development on time and to budget.

Buyer Construction & Civil Engineering West Lothian EDM Recruitment Group are working with a well-established and growing civil engineering and utilities contractor based in West Lothian, who are looking to appoint an experienced Buyer to support their ongoing and upcoming projects. This role will focus primarily on materials procurement, ensuring timely supply, best value, and strong supplier performance across a range of civil engineering and utilities works. The Role Reporting into the commercial team, the Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of construction materials in line with project requirements and programmes. Key duties include: Procuring materials for civil engineering and utilities projects Placing purchase orders in line with project programmes and budgets Sourcing new suppliers and maintaining relationships with existing suppliers Monitoring lead times, availability, and market pricing Resolving supply, quality, and delivery issues in conjunction with site teams Working closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and site teams Maintaining accurate procurement records and reports The Candidate EDM Recruitment Group are keen to speak with candidates who have: Proven experience in a Buyer or materials procurement role within construction Background in civil engineering and/or utilities projects Strong knowledge of construction materials and supply chains Good commercial awareness and cost control understanding Strong communication, organisational, and negotiation skills Ability to manage multiple orders across live projects Salary & Package Salary negotiable, circa 40,000, dependent on experience Permanent position with a reputable and stable contractor Opportunity to work on a varied pipeline of civil engineering and utilities projects Long-term career progression within a growing business Location West Lothian - with projects across Scotland For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact EDM Recruitment Group.