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BS34, Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire
Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential developers
The role of Assistant Buyer reports to the Commercial Director.
Responsibilities include:
* To assist and support with the preparation of accurate quantities and materials schedules.
* Using the appropriate tender documentation effectively and efficiently procure quotations, negotiate, and place plant and material orders within required timescales.
* Provide cost –data feedback to Regional Estivating department.
* To assist with the support of the Site Manager with co-ordination of material deliveries to enable construction work to proceed to agreed programmes and to assist and monitor the site control of materials.
* To assist the Buyer with the review and forecast latest material and plant cost estimates on monthly basis.
* Working with internal and external personnel in a professional manner.
* Assist at all times in maintaining a safe working environment within Company workplaces and applying the Company’s Health and Safety Policy for their own, their colleagues, third parties and the public benefit. Individuals must act to minimise danger and report all potential dangers and accidents to their immediate superior or designated Health and Safety Officer.
* The procurement of materials and plant in accordance with Group Agreements.
* Monitoring of goods purchased.
* Monitoring of plant on hire or purchased.
* Review of drawings and schedules to reduce errors, omissions and mistakes.
Experience and qualifications
* Be commercially aware with analytical and proactive approach towards problem solving.
* Knowledge of the Residential Development/ construction market.
* Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
Skills
* Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
* Excellent attention to detail and administrative skills
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential developers
The role of Assistant Buyer reports to the Commercial Director.
Responsibilities include:
* To assist and support with the preparation of accurate quantities and materials schedules.
* Using the appropriate tender documentation effectively and efficiently procure quotations, negotiate, and place plant and material orders within required timescales.
* Provide cost –data feedback to Regional Estivating department.
* To assist with the support of the Site Manager with co-ordination of material deliveries to enable construction work to proceed to agreed programmes and to assist and monitor the site control of materials.
* To assist the Buyer with the review and forecast latest material and plant cost estimates on monthly basis.
* Working with internal and external personnel in a professional manner.
* Assist at all times in maintaining a safe working environment within Company workplaces and applying the Company’s Health and Safety Policy for their own, their colleagues, third parties and the public benefit. Individuals must act to minimise danger and report all potential dangers and accidents to their immediate superior or designated Health and Safety Officer.
* The procurement of materials and plant in accordance with Group Agreements.
* Monitoring of goods purchased.
* Monitoring of plant on hire or purchased.
* Review of drawings and schedules to reduce errors, omissions and mistakes.
Experience and qualifications
* Be commercially aware with analytical and proactive approach towards problem solving.
* Knowledge of the Residential Development/ construction market.
* Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
Skills
* Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
* Excellent attention to detail and administrative skills
Finishing Foreman:
A leading Tier 1 Irish Main Contractor who have been in business for over 90 years with €multi-million projects across Dublin and Kildare including a €70m office building and €100m mixed use development. They currently have a need for an experienced Finishing Foreman working on one of the most prestigious projects in Dublin, close to the Docks.
As Finishing Foreman:
• Monitoring safety and quality of trades and subcontractors
• Working closely with the Engineering Team and reviewing all drawings and details on an ongoing basis
• Manage plant and material requirements in good time to suit the programme
• Responsible for carrying out spot dimensional checking of works, bringing any discrepancies to the Site Manager
• Capable of stopping works that are not being carried out safely or to the correct standard
• Inspects sub-contractors works and signs it off when it is to an acceptable standard
• Assists with the preparation of progress report
• Advises the Assistant Site Manager / Senior Foremen / Foremen
• Mentors junior staff through leading by example
Finishing Foreman Skills:
The Finishing Foreman role would suit an experienced, self-reliant individual from a trade or qualified background with 7+ years experience working on large commercial / mixed development projects.
What you’ll get in return:
An excellent salary of €60,000 - €65,000 + package will be put in place for the successful candidate, depending on experience, and the opportunity to progress your career with a leading Main Contractor.
How to apply:
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘Apply’ to forward an up-to-date CV to Eoghan McKeever.
Alternatively, call us now on 0044 (phone number removed).
The Breagh Team
Breagh Recruitment are the go to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates on a daily basis.
Key roles we recruit for include: Health & Safety managers, project managers, construction managers, site engineers, quantity surveyors, civil engineers, site agents, estimators, buyers, bid managers and site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK
Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
Finishing Foreman:
A leading Tier 1 Irish Main Contractor who have been in business for over 90 years with €multi-million projects across Dublin and Kildare including a €70m office building and €100m mixed use development. They currently have a need for an experienced Finishing Foreman working on one of the most prestigious projects in Dublin, close to the Docks.
As Finishing Foreman:
• Monitoring safety and quality of trades and subcontractors
• Working closely with the Engineering Team and reviewing all drawings and details on an ongoing basis
• Manage plant and material requirements in good time to suit the programme
• Responsible for carrying out spot dimensional checking of works, bringing any discrepancies to the Site Manager
• Capable of stopping works that are not being carried out safely or to the correct standard
• Inspects sub-contractors works and signs it off when it is to an acceptable standard
• Assists with the preparation of progress report
• Advises the Assistant Site Manager / Senior Foremen / Foremen
• Mentors junior staff through leading by example
Finishing Foreman Skills:
The Finishing Foreman role would suit an experienced, self-reliant individual from a trade or qualified background with 7+ years experience working on large commercial / mixed development projects.
What you’ll get in return:
An excellent salary of €60,000 - €65,000 + package will be put in place for the successful candidate, depending on experience, and the opportunity to progress your career with a leading Main Contractor.
How to apply:
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘Apply’ to forward an up-to-date CV to Eoghan McKeever.
Alternatively, call us now on 0044 (phone number removed).
The Breagh Team
Breagh Recruitment are the go to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates on a daily basis.
Key roles we recruit for include: Health & Safety managers, project managers, construction managers, site engineers, quantity surveyors, civil engineers, site agents, estimators, buyers, bid managers and site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK
Assistant Buyer
Plymouth
Sphere Solutions are looking for a motivated Assistant Buyer to join a construction company based in Plymouth to assist with material procurement within a busy commercial environment. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role will offer variation and excellent exposure to procurement strategy and practice.
The role:
* Assist with placing orders for material and plant
* Assist with checking tender allowances and packages
* Update, coordinator and monitor a procurement tracker
* Assist with review / approve material and plant invoices
* General administration
The person:
* Experience in a similar role, construction or house building advantageous
* HNC / BTEC in Construction
* Full driving license
* Can do attitude and able to work of own initiative
* Good MS office knowledge
An excellent opportunity awaits the right candidate to grow with a well-established contractor. The salary is dependent on experience and skills including a benefits package.
For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.
Sphere Solutions are one of the South West & Wales market leaders in providing recruitment services to the built environment. With specialist consultants based in our regional offices (Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea, Plymouth and Southampton) we fill vacancies daily with contractors, developers, civil engineers and their supply chain in high volume with quality candidates
Sep 28, 2020
Permanent
Assistant Buyer
Plymouth
Sphere Solutions are looking for a motivated Assistant Buyer to join a construction company based in Plymouth to assist with material procurement within a busy commercial environment. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role will offer variation and excellent exposure to procurement strategy and practice.
The role:
* Assist with placing orders for material and plant
* Assist with checking tender allowances and packages
* Update, coordinator and monitor a procurement tracker
* Assist with review / approve material and plant invoices
* General administration
The person:
* Experience in a similar role, construction or house building advantageous
* HNC / BTEC in Construction
* Full driving license
* Can do attitude and able to work of own initiative
* Good MS office knowledge
An excellent opportunity awaits the right candidate to grow with a well-established contractor. The salary is dependent on experience and skills including a benefits package.
For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.
Sphere Solutions are one of the South West & Wales market leaders in providing recruitment services to the built environment. With specialist consultants based in our regional offices (Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea, Plymouth and Southampton) we fill vacancies daily with contractors, developers, civil engineers and their supply chain in high volume with quality candidates
Our client, a Main Contractor, based in Watford are seeking a Junior / Assistant Buyer to join them due to continued growth. The role will involve working on a range of Projects across London and Home Counties focusing primarily on residential construction, the role will be office based. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring both materials and plant for all projects while working alongside the Senior Buyer and Procurement Manager.
Junior / Assistant Buyer Position Overview
Working for a Main Contractor in Watford
Completing a range of purchasing duties including materials and plant
Reporting to the Senior Buyer / Procurement Manager
Projects based across London / Home Counties, based mainly in the office
Focusing primarily on Residential works
Further details can be discussed as required
Junior / Assistant Buyer Position Requirements
Ideally degree qualified or similar in a relevant discipline (not essential)
Prior experience in a similar role is highly desirable
Must have a strong knowledge of construction materials
Merchant candidates considered
Must be presentable and professional at all times
Further requirements can be discussed
Junior / Assistant Buyer Position Remuneration
Salary- £20k - £22k (DOE)
Holiday
Pension
Progression opportunities
Further benefits can be discussed at interview stage
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
We, Bennett and Game Recruitment, a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
Our client, a Main Contractor, based in Watford are seeking a Junior / Assistant Buyer to join them due to continued growth. The role will involve working on a range of Projects across London and Home Counties focusing primarily on residential construction, the role will be office based. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring both materials and plant for all projects while working alongside the Senior Buyer and Procurement Manager.
Junior / Assistant Buyer Position Overview
Working for a Main Contractor in Watford
Completing a range of purchasing duties including materials and plant
Reporting to the Senior Buyer / Procurement Manager
Projects based across London / Home Counties, based mainly in the office
Focusing primarily on Residential works
Further details can be discussed as required
Junior / Assistant Buyer Position Requirements
Ideally degree qualified or similar in a relevant discipline (not essential)
Prior experience in a similar role is highly desirable
Must have a strong knowledge of construction materials
Merchant candidates considered
Must be presentable and professional at all times
Further requirements can be discussed
Junior / Assistant Buyer Position Remuneration
Salary- £20k - £22k (DOE)
Holiday
Pension
Progression opportunities
Further benefits can be discussed at interview stage
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
We, Bennett and Game Recruitment, a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Join us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn - Search Bennett and Game Recruitment
Our client, a privately owned developer based in Hertfordshire are looking to appoint an Assistant Buyer to support thier existing team.
You will be assistant the company Buyer with the following duties:
Material take offs and schedules from working drawings & specifications.
Preparation of material enquiries to obtain competitive tenders
Analysing tenders & quotations in respect of their technical compliance & commercial viability.
Negotiating with suppliers & other service providers to obtain best value
Placing purchase orders for materials, plant and other services as required
Assist with the administration of the supply chain management process
Assist the Pre-Construction department with material prices for tenders & cost plans
Liaise with the site managers to facilitate the timely procurement of materials & other services
Dealing with invoice against order queries
General supply chain & material procurement administration tasks
Any other reasonable management requestDesirable skills:
Reasonable negotiating skills
Understanding of construction processes
Financial and commercial awareness
Working with different computer systems & software
Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsSuitable candidates will ideally have an industry related qualification and must have experience working as an Assistant / Trainee Buyer for either a housing developer or main contractor.
This is a permanent role, offering a competitive salay and benefits package.
If this role sounds of interest, please contact Katrina Hiles on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV
Jun 23, 2020
Permanent
Our client, a privately owned developer based in Hertfordshire are looking to appoint an Assistant Buyer to support thier existing team.
You will be assistant the company Buyer with the following duties:
Material take offs and schedules from working drawings & specifications.
Preparation of material enquiries to obtain competitive tenders
Analysing tenders & quotations in respect of their technical compliance & commercial viability.
Negotiating with suppliers & other service providers to obtain best value
Placing purchase orders for materials, plant and other services as required
Assist with the administration of the supply chain management process
Assist the Pre-Construction department with material prices for tenders & cost plans
Liaise with the site managers to facilitate the timely procurement of materials & other services
Dealing with invoice against order queries
General supply chain & material procurement administration tasks
Any other reasonable management requestDesirable skills:
Reasonable negotiating skills
Understanding of construction processes
Financial and commercial awareness
Working with different computer systems & software
Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsSuitable candidates will ideally have an industry related qualification and must have experience working as an Assistant / Trainee Buyer for either a housing developer or main contractor.
This is a permanent role, offering a competitive salay and benefits package.
If this role sounds of interest, please contact Katrina Hiles on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV
Assistant Buyer required for a large Sheffield Civil Engineering company.
Assistant Buyer
An Assistant Buyer job in Sheffield paying up to £28,000 + package for a civil engineering contractor.
Your new company
You will join a growing civil engineering contractor based in Sheffield who have grown from strength to strength over the past 10 years. Having visited their offices, they offer a modern working environment and an excellent team. Due to company growth they are making the appointment of a Assistant Buyer to join their business.
Your new role
You will report to their commercial manager and will take on the sole role as assistant buyer for both material and plant. You will place all orders and work alongside the site foreman on site and ensure all their materials / plant arrive on schedule. You will build relationships with suppliers and agree set rates / deals. You will assist the commercial team and work alongside the office staff. You will bring new ideas to the business and they are keen for you to implement systems / new processes if required.
What you'll need to succeed
You will currently be working as an assistant buyer for a construction or civil engineering contractor. You will be looking to take on a new challenge and work for a growing business where they will offer you career progression and development as the business continues to grow. They are focused on ensuring the profits of the business continue to grow rather than solely focusing on turnover. You will be given autonomy to manage your own time and work with an enthusiastic team.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered a salary of £28,000 + car package + benefits (negotiable dependant on experience). You will receive training and support from the management team. You will be offered career progression and your role will develop into a bigger position over time.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 08, 2020
Permanent
Assistant Buyer required for a large Sheffield Civil Engineering company.
Assistant Buyer
An Assistant Buyer job in Sheffield paying up to £28,000 + package for a civil engineering contractor.
Your new company
You will join a growing civil engineering contractor based in Sheffield who have grown from strength to strength over the past 10 years. Having visited their offices, they offer a modern working environment and an excellent team. Due to company growth they are making the appointment of a Assistant Buyer to join their business.
Your new role
You will report to their commercial manager and will take on the sole role as assistant buyer for both material and plant. You will place all orders and work alongside the site foreman on site and ensure all their materials / plant arrive on schedule. You will build relationships with suppliers and agree set rates / deals. You will assist the commercial team and work alongside the office staff. You will bring new ideas to the business and they are keen for you to implement systems / new processes if required.
What you'll need to succeed
You will currently be working as an assistant buyer for a construction or civil engineering contractor. You will be looking to take on a new challenge and work for a growing business where they will offer you career progression and development as the business continues to grow. They are focused on ensuring the profits of the business continue to grow rather than solely focusing on turnover. You will be given autonomy to manage your own time and work with an enthusiastic team.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered a salary of £28,000 + car package + benefits (negotiable dependant on experience). You will receive training and support from the management team. You will be offered career progression and your role will develop into a bigger position over time.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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