We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple roofing and construction projects from start to finish. You'll oversee all aspects of contract delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and site teams. This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to managing labour, materials, programme delivery, and health & safety. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end delivery of allocated contracts and construction projects. Take ownership of contract profitability, monitoring labour, materials, variations and overall project costs. Oversee the day-to-day management of all allocated sites and construction activities. Carry out daily labour checks, reporting any absences or issues to the Construction Manager or Director. Plan labour requirements, utilising existing networks and arranging additional resources where required. Manage site programmes and construction schedules to ensure projects remain on track. Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, site management and internal departments. Ensure all required materials are available on site by working closely with the Buyer and Construction team. Attend pre-start, handover and site progress meetings. Carry out regular site inspections, producing reports and ensuring work meets agreed quality and technical standards. Ensure all works are completed in line with project specifications and client expectations. Manage project variations, liaising with the Quantity Surveyor and Estimator to ensure changes are agreed and recorded. Provide daily progress updates to the Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to support accurate billing. Approve weekly PAYE and subcontractor timesheets against agreed rates and completed works. Support both pitched and flat roofing projects where required. Manage maintenance works on completed and live projects, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently. Lead, support and develop site teams, including PAYE roofers, subcontractors and apprentices. Health & Safety Ensure all projects comply with current Health & Safety legislation and company policies. Prepare and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before work commences. Carry out regular Health & Safety audits across allocated sites. Ensure appropriate fall protection measures, including scaffolding and edge protection, are installed and maintained. Verify that all operatives hold valid CSCS cards, site inductions and relevant certifications before commencing work. Promote a strong safety culture across all sites. People Management Line manage allocated PAYE employees, subcontractors and apprentices. Support the development of apprentices and future roofing talent. Foster a positive, professional and productive working environment. Escalate any operational issues or risks promptly to senior management. Essential Requirements Full UK Driving Licence. Valid SMSTS qualification / Valid CSCS Card. First Aid at Work qualification (desirable) / Experience within roofing or a similar construction environment. This is a temporary ongoing position to support with peak periods and other times during the year with holidays and sickness. £26.44ph -28.85ph Monday Friday with flexibility. If you are interested in finding out more information, please apply today!
13/08/2026
Contract
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple roofing and construction projects from start to finish. You'll oversee all aspects of contract delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and site teams. This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to managing labour, materials, programme delivery, and health & safety. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end delivery of allocated contracts and construction projects. Take ownership of contract profitability, monitoring labour, materials, variations and overall project costs. Oversee the day-to-day management of all allocated sites and construction activities. Carry out daily labour checks, reporting any absences or issues to the Construction Manager or Director. Plan labour requirements, utilising existing networks and arranging additional resources where required. Manage site programmes and construction schedules to ensure projects remain on track. Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, site management and internal departments. Ensure all required materials are available on site by working closely with the Buyer and Construction team. Attend pre-start, handover and site progress meetings. Carry out regular site inspections, producing reports and ensuring work meets agreed quality and technical standards. Ensure all works are completed in line with project specifications and client expectations. Manage project variations, liaising with the Quantity Surveyor and Estimator to ensure changes are agreed and recorded. Provide daily progress updates to the Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to support accurate billing. Approve weekly PAYE and subcontractor timesheets against agreed rates and completed works. Support both pitched and flat roofing projects where required. Manage maintenance works on completed and live projects, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently. Lead, support and develop site teams, including PAYE roofers, subcontractors and apprentices. Health & Safety Ensure all projects comply with current Health & Safety legislation and company policies. Prepare and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before work commences. Carry out regular Health & Safety audits across allocated sites. Ensure appropriate fall protection measures, including scaffolding and edge protection, are installed and maintained. Verify that all operatives hold valid CSCS cards, site inductions and relevant certifications before commencing work. Promote a strong safety culture across all sites. People Management Line manage allocated PAYE employees, subcontractors and apprentices. Support the development of apprentices and future roofing talent. Foster a positive, professional and productive working environment. Escalate any operational issues or risks promptly to senior management. Essential Requirements Full UK Driving Licence. Valid SMSTS qualification / Valid CSCS Card. First Aid at Work qualification (desirable) / Experience within roofing or a similar construction environment. This is a temporary ongoing position to support with peak periods and other times during the year with holidays and sickness. £26.44ph -28.85ph Monday Friday with flexibility. If you are interested in finding out more information, please apply today!
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex (Office Based) Salary: 35,000 - 55,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 5:30pm Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm About the Role We are looking for an experienced Purchasing / Procurement Coordinator to join our growing construction team based in Southend-on-Sea. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong procurement background who can manage purchasing activities, control project budgets, and support both pre-construction and live projects. Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will ensure materials are procured efficiently, costs remain under control, and projects receive the right products at the right time. Key Responsibilities Place purchase orders in line with project programmes and company procurement strategies. Assist with achieving supplier rebate targets through strategic purchasing. Monitor and control procurement budgets against tender allowances. Manage procurement documentation, including material schedules, delivery schedules and live hire reports. Support the pre-construction team with supplier enquiries and pricing during tender stages. Resolve supplier invoice queries quickly and efficiently. Carry out stock checks and maximise the use of existing materials across projects. Liaise with suppliers, site teams and internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery. Visit sites when required to review material requirements and support procurement activities. Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role within the construction industry. Experience procuring construction materials for live projects. Knowledge of external building packages such as: Roofing Cladding Windows & Doors Ability to read and interpret construction drawings. Experience carrying out material take-offs. Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to visit sites when required. CIPS qualification desirable but not essential. What's on Offer Salary of 35,000 - 55,000 , depending on experience. Office-based role in Southend-on-Sea . Early finish every Friday (1:00pm). 20 days annual leave (Fridays count as half days, equating to over four weeks of bookable leave), plus Christmas shutdown and Bank Holidays. Long-term career progression within an established and growing construction business. Supportive team environment with varied and interesting projects.
12/08/2026
Full time
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex (Office Based) Salary: 35,000 - 55,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 5:30pm Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm About the Role We are looking for an experienced Purchasing / Procurement Coordinator to join our growing construction team based in Southend-on-Sea. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong procurement background who can manage purchasing activities, control project budgets, and support both pre-construction and live projects. Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will ensure materials are procured efficiently, costs remain under control, and projects receive the right products at the right time. Key Responsibilities Place purchase orders in line with project programmes and company procurement strategies. Assist with achieving supplier rebate targets through strategic purchasing. Monitor and control procurement budgets against tender allowances. Manage procurement documentation, including material schedules, delivery schedules and live hire reports. Support the pre-construction team with supplier enquiries and pricing during tender stages. Resolve supplier invoice queries quickly and efficiently. Carry out stock checks and maximise the use of existing materials across projects. Liaise with suppliers, site teams and internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery. Visit sites when required to review material requirements and support procurement activities. Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role within the construction industry. Experience procuring construction materials for live projects. Knowledge of external building packages such as: Roofing Cladding Windows & Doors Ability to read and interpret construction drawings. Experience carrying out material take-offs. Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to visit sites when required. CIPS qualification desirable but not essential. What's on Offer Salary of 35,000 - 55,000 , depending on experience. Office-based role in Southend-on-Sea . Early finish every Friday (1:00pm). 20 days annual leave (Fridays count as half days, equating to over four weeks of bookable leave), plus Christmas shutdown and Bank Holidays. Long-term career progression within an established and growing construction business. Supportive team environment with varied and interesting projects.
Looking to build a career in construction procurement? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established specialist roofing and cladding contractor delivering technically demanding packages across a range of live construction projects. You will become part of a busy, supportive buying team, helping to keep projects moving by ensuring materials, plant and equipment are ordered accurately and delivered to site on time. This role would suit an organised and commercially minded administrator who wants to develop into a construction Buyer. The Role You will support the buying team with: Raising and processing purchase orders Tracking deliveries and updating project teams Confirming prices, lead times and availability with suppliers Maintaining accurate procurement and supplier records Assisting with quotation comparisons Resolving routine delivery and invoice queries Arranging returns for damaged or incorrect materials Updating internal spreadsheets and purchasing systems Liaising with suppliers, site teams and Project Managers About You You will be organised, accurate and confident communicating by phone and email. Previous experience in administration, purchasing, stock control or customer service would be beneficial. Construction experience is not essential, provided you are keen to learn and develop. You should have: Strong attention to detail Good Microsoft Excel, Word and email skills A proactive and organised approach Confidence dealing with suppliers and internal teams The ability to manage several tasks at once An interest in construction, buying or supply-chain management Any previous experience in the construction sector would be beneficial Company Benefits Include: 5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays Your birthday off every year Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Training and development opportunities Career progression opportunities Sage employee discounts and benefits Regular team socials, nights out and events throughout the year Company golf days Regular charity fundraisers and clothing donations
05/08/2026
Full time
Looking to build a career in construction procurement? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established specialist roofing and cladding contractor delivering technically demanding packages across a range of live construction projects. You will become part of a busy, supportive buying team, helping to keep projects moving by ensuring materials, plant and equipment are ordered accurately and delivered to site on time. This role would suit an organised and commercially minded administrator who wants to develop into a construction Buyer. The Role You will support the buying team with: Raising and processing purchase orders Tracking deliveries and updating project teams Confirming prices, lead times and availability with suppliers Maintaining accurate procurement and supplier records Assisting with quotation comparisons Resolving routine delivery and invoice queries Arranging returns for damaged or incorrect materials Updating internal spreadsheets and purchasing systems Liaising with suppliers, site teams and Project Managers About You You will be organised, accurate and confident communicating by phone and email. Previous experience in administration, purchasing, stock control or customer service would be beneficial. Construction experience is not essential, provided you are keen to learn and develop. You should have: Strong attention to detail Good Microsoft Excel, Word and email skills A proactive and organised approach Confidence dealing with suppliers and internal teams The ability to manage several tasks at once An interest in construction, buying or supply-chain management Any previous experience in the construction sector would be beneficial Company Benefits Include: 5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays Your birthday off every year Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Training and development opportunities Career progression opportunities Sage employee discounts and benefits Regular team socials, nights out and events throughout the year Company golf days Regular charity fundraisers and clothing donations
Are you a commercially focused Buyer who enjoys negotiating, solving supply problems and keeping construction projects on programme? An established specialist contractor is looking for a Buyer to manage procurement across a portfolio of roofing and cladding projects. Working closely with Project Managers, design teams, site teams and suppliers, you will take ownership of material purchasing from initial enquiry through to final delivery. This is a fast-paced role where strong buying decisions will have a direct impact on project cost, quality and programme. The Role You will be responsible for: Procuring materials, products, plant and equipment across multiple projects Obtaining, analysing and comparing supplier quotations Negotiating prices, lead times and commercial terms Managing both long-lead orders and urgent site requirements Tracking orders and resolving late or failed deliveries Identifying supply-chain risks and proposing alternatives Building strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers Monitoring price movements and maintaining accurate purchasing records Resolving purchase-order, delivery and invoice discrepancies Reading drawings, specifications and material schedules Completing material take-offs where required Supporting project teams with procurement planning and product options About You You will be commercially aware, organised and confident managing your own workload across several live projects. You should have: Previous experience in buying, procurement or materials management Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills The ability to balance planned procurement with urgent site demands Good commercial judgement and attention to detail Strong communication and problem-solving skills Confidence using Excel and procurement systems Experience within roofing, cladding, façades or wider construction would be highly beneficial. The ability to interpret drawings and specifications would also be advantageous. Company benefits include: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Your birthday off every year Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Training and development opportunities Career progression opportunities Sage employee discounts and benefits Regular team socials, nights out and events throughout the year Company golf days Regular charity fundraisers and clothing donations
05/08/2026
Full time
Are you a commercially focused Buyer who enjoys negotiating, solving supply problems and keeping construction projects on programme? An established specialist contractor is looking for a Buyer to manage procurement across a portfolio of roofing and cladding projects. Working closely with Project Managers, design teams, site teams and suppliers, you will take ownership of material purchasing from initial enquiry through to final delivery. This is a fast-paced role where strong buying decisions will have a direct impact on project cost, quality and programme. The Role You will be responsible for: Procuring materials, products, plant and equipment across multiple projects Obtaining, analysing and comparing supplier quotations Negotiating prices, lead times and commercial terms Managing both long-lead orders and urgent site requirements Tracking orders and resolving late or failed deliveries Identifying supply-chain risks and proposing alternatives Building strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers Monitoring price movements and maintaining accurate purchasing records Resolving purchase-order, delivery and invoice discrepancies Reading drawings, specifications and material schedules Completing material take-offs where required Supporting project teams with procurement planning and product options About You You will be commercially aware, organised and confident managing your own workload across several live projects. You should have: Previous experience in buying, procurement or materials management Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills The ability to balance planned procurement with urgent site demands Good commercial judgement and attention to detail Strong communication and problem-solving skills Confidence using Excel and procurement systems Experience within roofing, cladding, façades or wider construction would be highly beneficial. The ability to interpret drawings and specifications would also be advantageous. Company benefits include: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Your birthday off every year Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Training and development opportunities Career progression opportunities Sage employee discounts and benefits Regular team socials, nights out and events throughout the year Company golf days Regular charity fundraisers and clothing donations
Construction Recruitment Services Ltd
Waltham Abbey, Essex
CRS are currently looking for a buyer in Waltham Abbey for an immediate start. This role will be responsible for Managing a team of 3 Buyers and the procurement of goods and services according to company need and demands of our Roofing and cladding requirements. Working in close collaboration with our Project Managers, design team and procurement manager, this key role will ensure the procurement and timely delivery of goods and services required by the business. The ability to negotiate competitive prices and ensure on time and budget delivery is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will possess good negotiation skills, preferably roofing or cladding buying experience. Experience and technical skills in construction and procurement, such as the ability to read construction drawings & undertake take-offs would be helpful. We are looking for a commercially aware and a proficient negotiator. Ensuring that all materials are purchased at the best price and are delivered on time so that projects continue without interruption. Liaising with preferred and specified suppliers, you will manage the competing demands of long-lead items and real-time demand from our construction sites. For more information or to apply please contact (phone number removed)
29/07/2026
Full time
CRS are currently looking for a buyer in Waltham Abbey for an immediate start. This role will be responsible for Managing a team of 3 Buyers and the procurement of goods and services according to company need and demands of our Roofing and cladding requirements. Working in close collaboration with our Project Managers, design team and procurement manager, this key role will ensure the procurement and timely delivery of goods and services required by the business. The ability to negotiate competitive prices and ensure on time and budget delivery is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will possess good negotiation skills, preferably roofing or cladding buying experience. Experience and technical skills in construction and procurement, such as the ability to read construction drawings & undertake take-offs would be helpful. We are looking for a commercially aware and a proficient negotiator. Ensuring that all materials are purchased at the best price and are delivered on time so that projects continue without interruption. Liaising with preferred and specified suppliers, you will manage the competing demands of long-lead items and real-time demand from our construction sites. For more information or to apply please contact (phone number removed)
Buying Manager / Procurement Manager - Construction - Roofing / Cladding projects The Company My client are a specialist contractor delivering high-quality external envelope solutions, including façade systems, roofing, structural framing and cladding packages, across a diverse range of construction projects. The Role - Buying Manager My client are looking for an experienced Buying / Procurement Manager, with previous experience managing a team. You will be commercially aware and a proficient negotiator. Ensuring that all materials are purchased at the best price and are delivered on time so that projects continue without interruption. You will be responsible for Managing a team of 3 Buyers, across Cladding and Roofing projects. The daily duties include: • Procurement and scheduling of products, materials, plant, and equipment • Ensuring purchases offer best value • Monitoring and reporting of price increases, updating internal spread sheets. • Tracking orders and proactively addressing any failed or late deliveries • Arranging the return of non-conforming products • Maintaining and developing the supply chain to the companies ISO standards • Processing of purchase ledger records Roofing, cladding and construction experience preferred but not essential. Essentials: Previous experience managing a buying team. A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle ( the office is not accessible by public transport, so this is a non-negotiable requirement) Buying Manager - Construction - Roofing / Cladding projects
29/07/2026
Full time
Buying Manager / Procurement Manager - Construction - Roofing / Cladding projects The Company My client are a specialist contractor delivering high-quality external envelope solutions, including façade systems, roofing, structural framing and cladding packages, across a diverse range of construction projects. The Role - Buying Manager My client are looking for an experienced Buying / Procurement Manager, with previous experience managing a team. You will be commercially aware and a proficient negotiator. Ensuring that all materials are purchased at the best price and are delivered on time so that projects continue without interruption. You will be responsible for Managing a team of 3 Buyers, across Cladding and Roofing projects. The daily duties include: • Procurement and scheduling of products, materials, plant, and equipment • Ensuring purchases offer best value • Monitoring and reporting of price increases, updating internal spread sheets. • Tracking orders and proactively addressing any failed or late deliveries • Arranging the return of non-conforming products • Maintaining and developing the supply chain to the companies ISO standards • Processing of purchase ledger records Roofing, cladding and construction experience preferred but not essential. Essentials: Previous experience managing a buying team. A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle ( the office is not accessible by public transport, so this is a non-negotiable requirement) Buying Manager - Construction - Roofing / Cladding projects
