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Job Opportunity: Assistant Buyer / Buyer - New Build Housing (Freelance) Location: Wakefield Client: National House Builder Duration: Freelance role, 2-4 months (potential for extension) Pay: Negotiable (dependent on experience) We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer / Buyer to join a leading national house builder on a freelance basis, working from their Wakefield head office . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in residential construction buying to support a busy commercial team. Role Responsibilities: Placing material and subcontract orders Liaising with suppliers and site teams Managing procurement schedules Using the COINS system for order processing and tracking Supporting the commercial team with general buying admin tasks Requirements: Proven experience in a Buyer or Assistant Buyer role within new build housing COINS software experience is essential Good understanding of construction processes and terminology Strong communication and organisational skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced office environment This role is available for an immediate start. Please apply with your CV Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Sales Negotiator/ Progression Manager Estate Agency Group, Cheshire Package Basic Salary £30-35k Basic Salary DOE + Commission Scheme £40k OTE Working Hours Monday to Fridays 8:45am-5:30pm Every other Saturday 9am 4:30pm (with a day back in lieu the following week) Woking for a successful independently owned Estate Agency with 3 offices, you will be a pivotal part of the team as they enter a real growth period. You will be mainly office based, with the odd requirement to help with a viewing or two. You will oversee the general day to day activities in the office and the diaries for the Manager, assistant Manager, and two negotiators, whilst also ensuring the negotiators are on top of their tasks and sales progression, whilst also managing your own pipeline. Keep up to date with trends in the local residential property market Be the main point of contact for ongoing client care Oversee the day to say activities in the office and ensure the pipeline is well looked after and managed. Represent the vendors in negotiation with prospective buyers Have a good understanding of the offer process for Sales and Lets. Seek to build the sales business by using and developing contacts and creating new opportunities You need previous experience as a Sales Negotiator to apply for this role, Other than that, call for chat, all the good information about these guys is well worth hearing about! If you're looking for a rewarding role in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Interested? Thought so! Get in touch with Sarah or Sophie at Hardy Booth Recruitment for more information or apply by submitting your CV today. Disclaimer Hardy Booth Recruitment Ltd operates as an employment agency and employment business. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age or experience, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any age or experience for this role.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to manage all costs related to civil construction projects. From initial inquiry and estimate through to project completion, you will ensure that costs and risks are minimized, while maintaining value for money and meeting required standards of quality. The Quantity Surveyor role will involve overseeing contract variations, adhering to building regulations, and supporting the company in achieving its mission statement, especially regarding safety and welfare. Key Responsibilities: Safety Management: Understand and adhere to safety principles on-site. Work alongside the Safety Director and team to implement safety policies. Address any concerns immediately, with support from the safety team or senior management. Tendering and Costing: Prepare and review tenders with estimators, helping to understand client requirements and provide value engineering suggestions. Cost Advice and Variations: Offer early cost advice on client variations, ensuring only authorized changes are carried out. Construction Advice: Provide expert advice on construction issues, ensuring projects have up-to-date drawings and correct information. Risk Management: Identify and respond to commercial risks appropriately. Procurement Support: Understand company procurement processes and their impact on job costs and performance. Cost Analysis: Collaborate with the company s buyers to perform cost analysis, offering advice on procurement and cost control. Value Work: Ensure the accurate valuation of completed works and timely payments. Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow and ensure timely payments, including retention payments. Client and Team Relationships: Build strong relationships with client staff and the company s production team. Subcontractor Management: Allocate work to sub-contractors and assist with procurement when required. Contract Knowledge: Have a good understanding of various construction contracts and assist in their management. Ongoing Development: Pursue continuous professional development and assist with the development of assistants/trainees. Other Duties: Perform other reasonable duties as required by the business. Key Objectives: Accurately measure and value site works to minimize costs and recover value. Continuously develop skills in residential groundworks and IT proficiency (particularly Excel and company software). Ensure accurate subcontractor payments, valuations, and cross-checking of work. Conduct site meetings and take notes. Conclude subcontract final accounts and recover any losses. Maintain professional standards and enhance the company s reputation. Essential Skills/Competencies: Advanced PC skills, particularly in Excel. Strong numerical and mathematical ability. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Leadership capabilities and ability to interpret data and information effectively. Desirable Knowledge: A solid understanding of contractual terms in construction. Personal Qualities: Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Quick to adapt to new concepts. Proactive, with a high level of confidentiality and discretion. Team player, resilient, and focused. Clean driving license. Other Requirements: Ongoing personal and professional development. If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a passion for the construction industry, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team at Civils Contractor.

Buyer Groundworks and Civil Engineering £32k - £46k plus package Standing out for their high-quality delivery on site, this residential groundworks company are subcontractors to PLC housebuilders including Redrow, Persimmon and Miller Homes. Building on decades of success, they are enjoying a period of strategic growth and are therefore expanding their buying team. What s in it for you? Laid-back culture, with private ownership and a low-pressure environment Growing sustainably, they re expanding through repeat business with their loyal clients entering new regions, providing opportunities for career advancement Clear pathway for continued progression to Senior Buyer and beyond No blame culture Job security through high levels of repeat business As a Assistant Buyer you ll be Using your excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills to build relationships and manage suppliers, negotiate prices and place orders Managing the day-to-day project procurement of materials Liaising with the on-site teams to source the most cost-effective materials, of the highest quality Monitoring the performance, quality, prices and development of suppliers Ensuring health and safety compliance Identifying new potential suppliers and products Preparing quotations and proposals Attending team meetings and site visits Preparing and maintaining cost reports to maximise efficiency Must haves Knowledge of aggregates, asphalt, concreate and drainage purchasing, either through a buying role or experience at a merchants Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and the site teams Apply now, don t worry if you CV is not up-to-date, simply apply with what you have and we can fill in the gaps later.

Contracts Manager Essex / London Borders £45k - £58k + Bens Company A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within. Contracts Manager Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business. You will: * A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential) * Hold NRSWA qualification * A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager * Ideally with utilities experience * Reside within reasonable commuting distance. * Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations * First class communication skills both written and verbal * Excellent client facing and organisation skills * Able to motivate and organise site based teams * IT literate * Be commercially and contractually aware * Be flexible when needed * Have a stable work history This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities. Salary of £45k-£58k plus package. Please forward a current CV in the instance. MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK. Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities

Bid Writer/Assistant Kent £Comp. DOE Company A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within. Bid Writer/Assistant A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team. The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts. The main responsibilities are assisting with: * Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions * Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission * Producing case studies for completed projects * Maintaining an answer library and suite of information * Maintaining the CRM database * Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters * Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website) Essential Skill Requirements: * Experience in bid writing or other writing roles * Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences * Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines * Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team * Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel * Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards. Please forward a current CV in the first instance. MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK. Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer

Contracts Manager Essex / London Borders £45k - £58k + Bens Company A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within. Contracts Manager Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business. You will: * A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential) * Hold NRSWA qualification * A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager * Ideally with utilities experience * Reside within reasonable commuting distance. * Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations * First class communication skills both written and verbal * Excellent client facing and organisation skills * Able to motivate and organise site based teams * IT literate * Be commercially and contractually aware * Be flexible when needed * Have a stable work history This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities. Salary of £45k-£58k plus package. Please forward a current CV in the instance. MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK. Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities

Bid Writer/Assistant Kent £Comp. DOE Company A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within. Bid Writer/Assistant A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team. The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts. The main responsibilities are assisting with: * Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions * Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission * Producing case studies for completed projects * Maintaining an answer library and suite of information * Maintaining the CRM database * Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters * Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website) Essential Skill Requirements: * Experience in bid writing or other writing roles * Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences * Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines * Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team * Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel * Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards. Please forward a current CV in the first instance. MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK. Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer

Purchasing Manager Salary: Up to £50,000 Basic + Benefits Based Leicester, Leicestershire Our client offers unrivalled products to a diverse number of markets including Construction, Residential, Education and Healthcare construction projects throughout the UK This is an extremely varied role, covering all categories of spend areas and to develop and improve working relationships with suppliers in support of the company's purchasing strategy. The successful candidate must have a proven track record in a similar purchasing role, be able to demonstrate first class negotiating skills, and ideally have experience within the Construction and or Timber industry. Key responsibilities Oversee all purchasing and tracking of spend to budget Manage the internal purchasing process and the placing of orders with external suppliers both in the Uk and overseas Review purchase requests, and ensure approval is in place for large spend items before discussions and negotiations commence. Proactively seek out opportunities for the business to make immediate and long-term cost savings. Improve the systems & processes in support of better stock management to help improve production efficiency, this includes maintaining minimum and maximum stock levels. Develop and maintain a reliable base of suppliers who provide good value, competitive pricing and first-class post sales service and support. Liaise with suppliers both in the UK and Overseas to understand market conditions and any potential impact these might have on pricing. Ensure prices negotiated are consistent and competitive. To maintain the delivery schedule on all sea freights, this must be accurate and up to date at Part of a small team working for an engineering company where flexibility and a positive attitude are highly rated. What experience would you need to be considered? Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate efficiently with suppliers, customers and all areas of the business Good commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills working with colleagues and external suppliers across a range of disciplines, including manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, sales and finance. Strong organisation skills and attention to detail to effectively support the company in delivering time-bound projects. Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Powerpoint & Excel. Benefits/Package: Competitive salary package The chance to be part of a market leader within their industry You will play a pivotal role alongside the senior leadership team, to support the growth of the business. Interested? Call Sandy Seta, Head of Practice on (phone number removed) or apply now to arrange a call to understand more about this role. To be suitable for the position, you will have had a previous career as a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Assistant Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Head of Purchasing

We have an opportunity for an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor/Buyer to work for a residential developer on volume housing projects. This will be working under an experienced Senior Surveyor to ensure all material scheduling and ordering is placed on time for site requirements. You will be working as part of a close knit team which is focussed on a flagship site of volume traditional build housing. The ideal candidate will be coming from a residential background having worked for another large house builder and be able to demonstrate longevity in their career history so far

Assistant Buyer - Residential Housing Nottingham Salary up to £32,000+ benefits DOE My Client is a residential housing developer that has a proven track record in delivering the highest quality homes. They are currently looking for an Assistant Buyer to join the commercial team. Ideal candidate would be someone already within the New Build Housing industry with a minimum of 1 year Main responsibilities: Use the purchasing procedures that deliver goods & services of the right quality and cost Ensure the purchasing process and associated administration is efficient, accurate and effective. Work with sector teams to ensure the purchasing of goods and services for site meets the needs of the contract Attend site meetings when specifically requested to discuss materials / supply issues. Provide pricing advice for estimators to support the company efforts to win future work. Provide required feedback on the financial performance of materials purchasing to the sectors. Maintain a day book of all work related activities. Perform any tasks that the business may require and which fall within the competence of a Supervisory & Technical Competence level. 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. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected. Linsco are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. PLEASE READ the Privacy Policy in regards to personal details

Fawkes & Reece has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a bespoke, medium sized residential developer based in North London. The company has a proven track record of successfully delivering some amazing, high spec residential developments and is looking to add a new member to the forward thinking commercial team. This is an amazing opportunity to join a successful developer with a particular strength in the high end residential sector. My client is looking for an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor who has exposure to working on residential projects in the London region. You will be will working as part of a wider team of Quantity Surveyors reporting into a Senior Surveyor. You will be working on bespoke new build schemes ranging from 60 to 100 units in total, handling both traditional build and RC frame developments. the Ideal candidate will be career minded and self motivated with previous experience of working on new build residential schemes. Duties will include: -Understanding of architectural and structural drawings -Measurement -Prepare tender package -Send out invitations to tender to sub-contractors -Cost comparison, negotiating and appointing preferred sub-contractors -Prepare contract documents -Assessment of sub-contractors work valuation, issue payment certificates and making payment for sub-contractors -Prepare final accounts for sub-contractors -To be able to identify changes and to show the impact of cost/saving, suggest or discuss alternate solutions prior to the agreement of variations -Prepare monthly cost analysis for construction cost expenses and report to Senior QS -To be able to forecast works on monthly basis and ensure all works -Work together with the construction buyer for materials sourcing and ordering The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary package and the chance to work on some very interesting schemes. If you are interested in exploring a new challenge or would like to find out more, please apply now or contact Charlie Fennelly at Fawkes & Reece

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

Assistant Quantity Surveyor North West Warrington £25,000 - £30,000 Our client, a successful and established North West building contractor are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in the North West. Working within varying sectors including residential and some retail, you will be required to fulfil the following role: Key Tasks & Responsibilities of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Assisting with:- * General project coordination and administration. * Preparation of initial site budgets. * Liaison, co-ordination with other departments regarding development works including engineers, surveyors, buyers, interiors and the construction team. * Preparation of subcontract tender documents. * Negotiation of subcontract packages. * Chairing and preparation of minutes for Subcontract pre-order meetings. * Preparation of subcontract documentation. * Subcontract payments, variation claims and final account settlement. * Measurement, calculation and preparation of direct labour prices. * Processing payment of direct labour wages. * Coordination with contractors on site. * Site visits and inspections. * Liasion with external consultants with regard to cost issues. * Payment of utility services as required. * Obtain risk assessments, method statements and safety documentation from subcontractors. * Taking off and scheduling of materials for passing to buyers for ordering. * Preparation of monthly cost reports for submission to Directors. * Preparation of external valuations for finance reporting and funding agreements. * Continuous financial advice throughout project to Site Management team. * Attendance of fortnightly Project Review meetings. * Ensuring cost control on site throughout the development programme to completion. * Maintaining site files and records