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DB Recruitment are on a huge recruitment drive for a national client of ours who are growing extremely fast. A position has arose for a Construction Buyer for a full time, permanent position for projects in & around Motherwell. Our client specialise within the following sector / projects, so candidates must possess similair experiences in previous roles. - Roofing - Facades - Commercial - Refurbishments - M&E, Construction Grounnds, Joinery & Plumbing also divisions within the business. All Salaries are extremely competitive & depending on experience - to be dicussed at interview stage. Roles have immediate starts. Please apply.

Roofing Buyer Location: Surrey Job Type: Permanent Start Date: Immediate Industry: Construction Professionals Salary: Dependent on experience + competitive benefits package About the Role & Client ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a reputable and well-established specialist subcontractor operating across Surrey and the South East. The company has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, delivering expert services in brickwork, scaffolding, and both flat & pitched roofing . Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Roofing Buyer to join their commercial team. The successful candidate will be responsible for procuring materials and managing supplier relationships across a diverse portfolio of roofing projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, supportive subcontractor with a long-standing industry presence. Key Responsibilities Procuring materials for flat and pitched roofing projects Negotiating competitive prices and securing cost-effective supply agreements Managing supplier relationships and monitoring performance Ensuring materials are delivered to site on time and in line with project requirements Supporting project teams with cost tracking, scheduling, and material forecasting Maintaining accurate records of purchases, budgets, and stock levels Working collaboratively with site teams, contracts managers, and estimators Ideal Candidate Proven experience as a Buyer within the roofing or wider construction sector Strong knowledge of roofing systems, materials, and supplier networks Excellent negotiation, communication, and cost-management skills Highly organised, proactive, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Relevant qualifications in procurement or construction (preferred but not essential) How to Apply Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence . Equal Opportunities The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. All applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive working environment.

Job Title: Buyer - Roofing & Cladding Reports to: Managing Director Job Ref: ASC-003 Location: Silverton, Exeter Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am 5pm (4pm finish on Fri) Annual Leave: 24 days + BH s Introduction: Ascencis is a leading commercial roofing and cladding contractor serving the Southwest, Central England, and South Wales. With over 45 years of expertise in the building envelope sector, we specialise in delivering complete roofing, cladding, and rainscreen solutions from concept to completion. Job Overview: We re looking for a Buyer & Supply Chain Lead to join our team. This role sits at the core of our project delivery, responsible for ensuring materials, products and services are ordered accurately, competitively and on time, protecting both programme and margin. Based in our Exeter office, you ll work closely with Estimating, Contracts, Design and Accounts, taking ownership once work is instructed and seeing the buying process through from PO to delivery and resolution. You ll also lead supplier relationships and performance, strengthening our supply chain options, improving commercial outcomes year on year, and helping raise standards as the business continues to grow. Key Responsibilities: Support and develop into full ownership of project buying, from instruction through to delivery. Including POs, acknowledgements, chasing, deliveries, issue resolution and close-out. Build and manage procurement plans. Long-lead items, manufacturing slots, sequencing and ordering timelines. Work closely with Contracts to flag procurement risks early and avoid delays or labour downtime. Align buying with Estimating and Design to ensure orders match what was priced, specified and instructed. Manage and develop supplier relationships. Benchmark pricing, negotiate terms and maintain credible alternatives. Coordinate consumables, fixings, plant hire and site equipment to keep projects properly resourced. Understand & maintain commercial control around supplier terms, credit limits, exposure and cashflow. Resolve shortages, damages, returns and credits quickly and cleanly. Keep clear, auditable records across quotes, POs, delivery notes and supplier comms. Contribute to improving procurement systems and processes as the business grows. Key Requirements Proven buyer / procurement experience in live construction projects. Roofing and cladding experience is a strong bonus. Commercially sharp. Understands margin, cashflow, supplier terms and project exposure. Programme-driven. Comfortable managing long-lead items and working to live construction programmes. Confident working from specs, drawings and schedules. Orders right first time. Strong supply chain mindset. Can negotiate, challenge pricing and avoid reliance on usual suppliers . Organised, calm under pressure, and solutions-led when things don t go to plan. Comfortable with Microsoft 365 and open to improving systems and processes. Clear communicator who works well with site teams, suppliers and internal departments. As a leading roofing and cladding contractor, Ascencis takes pride in upholding its core values of excellence, professionalism, and integrity. We seek to hire individuals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality work, maintaining strong collaborative relationships, and contributing positively to our team. Ascencis is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against any job applicant on the grounds of (including, but not limited to) race or colour, nationality, national or ethnic origin, gender, marital status, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. A full job description can be provided on request after application.

My client is seeking a Contracts Manager on a permanent basis to join their growing business. They are a roofing subcontractor with a strong tier 1 client base and can off excellent long-term job prospects. Your duties will involve: Manage & oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence and high-quality standards Capable of managing multiple projects Prepare & review RAMS Manage site staff safely, efficiently & pro-actively including labour recruitment Develop & maintain strong working relationships with main contractors, clients & suppliers Review & interpret construction drawings to guide project execution Liaise with Buyers & Designers to ensure plant & materials are delivered to schedule Play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring smooth operations, high standards & client satisfaction Ensure that our internal records, costs & paperwork are accurate & up to date

My client is seeking a SiteManager on a permanent basis to join their growing business. They are a roofing subcontractor with a strong tier 1 client base and can off excellent long-term job prospects. Your duties will involve: Manage & oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence and high-quality standards Prepare & review RAMS Manage site staff safely, efficiently & pro-actively including labour recruitment Develop & maintain strong working relationships with main contractors, clients & suppliers Review & interpret construction drawings to guide project execution Liaise with Buyers & Designers to ensure plant & materials are delivered to schedule Play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring smooth operations, high standards & client satisfaction Ensure that our internal records, costs & paperwork are accurate & up to date

About the Client An exciting new opportunity is being created for an experienced Industrial rofing and Cladding Buyer. A specialist subcontractor based in the South East with full order books requires your expertise, relationships and knowledge of commercial roofing, cladding and rainscreen products. About the Role As a Buyer you will be responsible for ensuring that materials required for construction projects are provided to schedule and according to projected budgets. The buying department plays a vital role in the profitability of contracts. Although not an exhaustive list, your duties will include: The main elements of the role are: * Placing orders for plant and equipment from procurement schedules and site requests; * Placing of global material orders from tender information; * Feedback of information to estimating department; * Sourcing of new or alternative materials; * Producing supplier tender comparisons; * Producing project cost/value reports; * Sending enquiries and chasing quotes; * Arranging transfer of material/plant between sites and head office when necessary; * Attending contract handover meetings; * Attending contract coordination meetings; * Opening accounts with new suppliers; * Meeting with suppliers representatives to negotiate prices and build rapport; * Instigating and finalising Supplier Performance Reviews * Close out of supplier related NCR’s * Regular liaison with the Purchasing Manager. If you have this experience and are looking for a rewarding career with a great business. About the Candidate * You will come from a specialist industrial roofing contractor and have at least two years experience as a buyer in the industry. * The successful candidate will be able to thrive and develop in a demanding role. You will be a proactive and enthusiastic member of the team and have impeccable communication skills as this role will involve extensive communication with site personnel, client and suppliers

Our Client is a specialist in fully supported hard metal roofing, facades, and cladding systems for all types of projects. They are offing a competitive salary to the right person who would join their highly professional team while they continue to build on their reputation for quality, excellence and craftsmanship within the metal roofing and cladding industry. Assistant Buyer * Ordering materials prior to commencement on-site * Recording orders, failed deliveries and call off on spreadsheets * Liaising with management regarding delivery dates and site requirements * Chasing late deliveries * Reconciling invoices * Administration Requirements for applicant: * Good Excel/Microsoft Word experience * Confident * Good phone manner * Looking to grow within the company for long term career * Good organisation skills * 1-2 years construction buying experience necessary, preferably for a contractor not a supplier

Assistant Buyer required in Essex GVR Solutions are representing specialists in fully supported hard metal roofing, facades and cladding systems for all types of projects. They are based is Essex and are seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their team. Assistant Buyer duties: * Ordering materials prior to commencement on-site * Recording orders, failed deliveries and call off on spreadsheets * Liaising with management regarding delivery dates and site requirements * Chasing late deliveries * Reconciling invoices * Administration Assistant Buyer requirements: * Good Excel/Microsoft Word experience * Confident * Good phone manner * Looking to grow within the company for long term career * Good organisation skills * 1-2 years construction buying experience necessary, preferably for a contractor not a supplier If you meet all the Assistant Buyer requirements above and are interested in the position, then please get in touch

Flat Roofing Buyer A well-established Roofing business is looking for an experienced Buyer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to head up the buying function for the business. Your new role You will develop, maintain and review the materials and plant supply chain and engage in regular communication to keep abreast of market conditions. You will source materials and negotiate discounts to ensure best value is obtained for the business. You will produce Key Performance Indicator reports on purchasing performance within the Region for the Commercial Manager at the required intervals. You will maintain a database of material costs for the standard house-type range, and will attend project and company related meetings as required. You will produce cost analysis and ensure costing forecasts are adhered to, raising purchase orders, monitoring suppliers and ensuring performance targets are met and being the procurement lead on construction projects. What you'll need to succeed You come from a construction background and are currently working in a buying/procurement function. The ability to take off from a drawing is essential. What you'll get in return competitive basic

Contracts Manager (Roofing Specialist Contractor MH68987H £50-60k plus package West Yorkshire My Regional Roofing Contractor client is currently looking for an experienced contracts manager to join its Yorkshire office. The role of the Contracts Manager is to plan, execute and finalise projects according to the company procedures, strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third party contractors and consultants in order to deliver projects according to the pre-determined programme of work. The Contracts Manager will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control and specification throughout its manufacturing lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Project Management * Direct and manage project development from beginning to end including but not limited to: * Manage Client Liaison and follow their processes * Meet 3rd Party Accreditation ie. FIRAS, CHAS etc * Ensure all safety matters meet with the company policy * Oversee the installation passive fire protection materials and ensure that strict specification and quality control is met * Understand and define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals. * Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. * Liaison with clients on an on-going basis. * Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals * Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. * Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during the project cycle. * Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and sub-contractors. * Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. * Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. * Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. * Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. * Track project milestones and deliverables, analyse results and trouble shoot problem areas. * Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations. * Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans. * Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project life cycle. * Coach, mentor and motive team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work, * Build develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project. * Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendation report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. * Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management Surveying * Ensure that valuations and final accounts are submitted on time * Ensure that all Variations and extras are charged to the client * Produce monthly cost analyses for the Managing Director and Accountant * Read and ensure that all contract particulars are to the companies advantage Estimator * Prepare and submit estimates, ensuring that the estimates are broken down into Labour / Plant/ Materials / Subcontractors and Preliminaries * Offer the client alternatives and suggestions on alternative products and way of doing things Buyer * Carry out the buying function of the company to ensure best value for money. * Introduce new produce that will be beneficial to the company and help increase businessOther duties Competencies/Skills/Knowledge: * Customer focus * Communication * Financial Focused * Decision Making * Technical Skills Previous Experience:5 years in the construction industry, covering a wide range of projects from repair and maintains to new build, values from £250k to £10,000,000. Personal Skills Required. * Good IT skills. * Good communication skills. * A working knowledge of industrial safety systems and associated regulations * Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients and other departments. * Must to able to learn, understand and apply new technologies * Creative and resourceful Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV.Due to the vast amount of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants, therefore only suitable Candidates will be contacted.Linsco are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence

My client is a family run company who provide expert services including Building Surveys, Homebuyers` reports and Valuations on a national basis. Due to continued growth, they have multiple permanent Chartered Surveyor vacancies, either on a full or part time basis. Responsibilities: - Undertake mortgage valuations, homebuyer reports and building surveys for main lenders and private clients - Tailor surveys to the specific needs of the client - Identify any risks, defects or significant damage - Comment upon the damp proofing, drainage and inspect the insulation - Provide information as to the construction and general condition of the property - Highlight any matters that need to be referred to a Legal Adviser. - Work with a dedicated scheduler to arrange appointments and feedback information. Qualifications: - Must be a Chartered Surveyor, either RICS or MRICS - The ideal candidate will have experience in residential surveying, however this is not essential as training and mentoring is provided