We are working with a well-established, family-run main contractor based in Oxfordshire, specialising in high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects for private clients. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in buying, purchasing or materials procurement who understands the importance of sourcing quality products at competitive prices without compromising on specification or finish. Working across prestigious residential projects, you will be responsible for assisting with the purchasing of construction materials, identifying reliable suppliers and sourcing bespoke products and specialist finishes to meet the expectations of private clients. You will work closely with the company directors on a daily basis, gaining valuable insight into the business and its projects. With the company continuing to grow, there is genuine scope to develop your skills and progress your career within the business. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the purchasing of materials for high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects. Sourcing materials, products and specialist finishes in line with project specifications. Obtaining and comparing supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and value for money. Identifying and building relationships with reliable suppliers and specialist manufacturers. Sourcing bespoke and premium-quality materials to meet individual client requirements. Raising and monitoring purchase orders, tracking deliveries and managing lead times. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, site teams and company directors to ensure materials are available when required. Supporting the wider team with day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities. The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Buyer, Buyer, Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Assistant role. Ideally, experience within construction, residential development, refurbishment or a related industry. Good knowledge of construction materials, suppliers and purchasing processes. An appreciation for high-quality materials, bespoke finishes and the attention to detail required on premium residential projects. Strong communication, organisational and negotiation skills. A proactive and commercially minded approach, with the ability to manage multiple requirements. A willingness to learn, develop and build a long-term career within a growing business. What's on Offer? The opportunity to join an established, family-run main contractor. Involvement in prestigious, high-end residential projects across Oxfordshire. Direct daily exposure to company directors and key business decisions. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression as the business grows. A varied role within a company that values quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail. If you have a background in buying, purchasing or procurement and are looking to develop your career within the high-end residential construction sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
Nov 11, 2026
Full time
We are working with a well-established, family-run main contractor based in Oxfordshire, specialising in high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects for private clients. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in buying, purchasing or materials procurement who understands the importance of sourcing quality products at competitive prices without compromising on specification or finish. Working across prestigious residential projects, you will be responsible for assisting with the purchasing of construction materials, identifying reliable suppliers and sourcing bespoke products and specialist finishes to meet the expectations of private clients. You will work closely with the company directors on a daily basis, gaining valuable insight into the business and its projects. With the company continuing to grow, there is genuine scope to develop your skills and progress your career within the business. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the purchasing of materials for high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects. Sourcing materials, products and specialist finishes in line with project specifications. Obtaining and comparing supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and value for money. Identifying and building relationships with reliable suppliers and specialist manufacturers. Sourcing bespoke and premium-quality materials to meet individual client requirements. Raising and monitoring purchase orders, tracking deliveries and managing lead times. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, site teams and company directors to ensure materials are available when required. Supporting the wider team with day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities. The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Buyer, Buyer, Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Assistant role. Ideally, experience within construction, residential development, refurbishment or a related industry. Good knowledge of construction materials, suppliers and purchasing processes. An appreciation for high-quality materials, bespoke finishes and the attention to detail required on premium residential projects. Strong communication, organisational and negotiation skills. A proactive and commercially minded approach, with the ability to manage multiple requirements. A willingness to learn, develop and build a long-term career within a growing business. What's on Offer? The opportunity to join an established, family-run main contractor. Involvement in prestigious, high-end residential projects across Oxfordshire. Direct daily exposure to company directors and key business decisions. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression as the business grows. A varied role within a company that values quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail. If you have a background in buying, purchasing or procurement and are looking to develop your career within the high-end residential construction sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
City Site Solutions Scotland are looking for an Administrator to join our clients site team in Chapelhall, Lanarkshire. Minimum 5 months work. Duties Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence (emails, letters, calls). Maintain and update filing systems (digital and physical). Assist with scheduling meetings and diary management. Support document control and archiving. Be first point of contact for visitors on-site. Requirements Must have experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.). Ideally have previous construction site experience. Have excellent attention to detail.
Nov 09, 2026
Seasonal
City Site Solutions Scotland are looking for an Administrator to join our clients site team in Chapelhall, Lanarkshire. Minimum 5 months work. Duties Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence (emails, letters, calls). Maintain and update filing systems (digital and physical). Assist with scheduling meetings and diary management. Support document control and archiving. Be first point of contact for visitors on-site. Requirements Must have experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.). Ideally have previous construction site experience. Have excellent attention to detail.
We are working with a well-established, family-run main contractor based in Oxfordshire, specialising in high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects for private clients. Due to continued business growth, they are looking to recruit a Procurement Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in procurement or purchasing who understands that, within high-end residential construction, sourcing the right materials is about more than just price. You will play an important role in sourcing quality products, bespoke finishes and specialist materials that meet the expectations of discerning private clients. Working closely with the company directors on a daily basis, you will gain valuable insight into the business and its projects, with the opportunity to develop your skills and progress as the company continues to grow. Key Responsibilities: Sourcing and purchasing materials for high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects. Identifying suitable suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations. Sourcing bespoke materials, specialist products and high-quality finishes to meet project specifications. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, site teams and company directors. Monitoring orders, deliveries and lead times to ensure materials arrive when required. Maintaining strong supplier relationships and identifying opportunities to improve value without compromising quality. Supporting the wider team with day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities. The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or materials sourcing, ideally within construction. An understanding of construction materials, finishes and supplier markets. An appreciation for quality, attention to detail and the importance of bespoke specifications within high-end residential projects. Strong communication, organisation and negotiation skills. A proactive approach, with the confidence to liaise directly with company directors and suppliers. A desire to learn, develop and build a long-term career within a growing business. What's on Offer? The opportunity to join a respected, family-run construction business. Exposure to prestigious, high-end residential projects across Oxfordshire. Direct daily contact with company directors and decision-makers. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression as the business grows. A varied role where quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail are valued. If you have procurement or purchasing experience and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within the high-end residential construction sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
Nov 09, 2026
Full time
We are working with a well-established, family-run main contractor based in Oxfordshire, specialising in high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects for private clients. Due to continued business growth, they are looking to recruit a Procurement Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in procurement or purchasing who understands that, within high-end residential construction, sourcing the right materials is about more than just price. You will play an important role in sourcing quality products, bespoke finishes and specialist materials that meet the expectations of discerning private clients. Working closely with the company directors on a daily basis, you will gain valuable insight into the business and its projects, with the opportunity to develop your skills and progress as the company continues to grow. Key Responsibilities: Sourcing and purchasing materials for high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects. Identifying suitable suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations. Sourcing bespoke materials, specialist products and high-quality finishes to meet project specifications. Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, site teams and company directors. Monitoring orders, deliveries and lead times to ensure materials arrive when required. Maintaining strong supplier relationships and identifying opportunities to improve value without compromising quality. Supporting the wider team with day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities. The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or materials sourcing, ideally within construction. An understanding of construction materials, finishes and supplier markets. An appreciation for quality, attention to detail and the importance of bespoke specifications within high-end residential projects. Strong communication, organisation and negotiation skills. A proactive approach, with the confidence to liaise directly with company directors and suppliers. A desire to learn, develop and build a long-term career within a growing business. What's on Offer? The opportunity to join a respected, family-run construction business. Exposure to prestigious, high-end residential projects across Oxfordshire. Direct daily contact with company directors and decision-makers. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression as the business grows. A varied role where quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail are valued. If you have procurement or purchasing experience and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within the high-end residential construction sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
About the Company Our client is an established design and build main contractor based in Epping, Essex. The business manily delivers high-end residential, commercial, education and industrial schemes amongst others. The Role This is a combined estimating and pre-construction role. You will take projects from first enquiry through to a secured contract and a smooth handover to the delivery team. That means pricing tenders, shaping early-stage cost and procurement advice, and working with clients and designers to develop schemes that are buildable and on budget. You will work closely with directors, the design team, the commercial team and the supply chain, with real influence on which projects the business pursues and wins. Key Responsibilities Estimating and tendering Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions for design and build, fit-out, refurbishment and new-build projects Review drawings, specifications and tender documents, carrying out quantity take-offs and building up accurate cost plans Price bespoke joinery and furniture packages, working with in-house and external specialists Source, issue and chase subcontractor and supplier enquiries, then analyse and compare returns to secure competitive pricing Identify risks, assumptions, exclusions and clarifications and make sure they are clearly set out in submissions Pre-construction Provide early-stage budgets, feasibility pricing and cost plans to clients and the design team Support design development, advising on buildability, programme, materials and cost implications Lead value engineering exercises and propose cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality Develop procurement strategies and packages, including early engagement of key subcontractors Prepare pre-construction programmes and outline construction methodology to support tenders Manage client and design team communication through the pre-construction stage, including cost reporting and updates Attend client meetings, design team meetings and tender interviews, presenting pricing and approach where required Assist with contract negotiation, and the review of contract terms and risk Hand over successful projects to the delivery team with a clear cost breakdown, procurement status and risk register General Maintain and update cost databases, rates and benchmarking data Mentor and support junior estimators or assistants where applicable Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator with a main contractor, fit-out contractor or design and build contractor Hands-on pre-construction experience, including cost planning, feasibility pricing and value engineering Strong track record pricing fit-out, refurbishment or interior projects, ideally including high-end residential or commercial work Ability to read and interpret architectural and technical drawings and specifications Sound knowledge of construction methods, materials, programme and procurement routes Strong commercial awareness and experience managing subcontractor and supplier pricing Proficiency in estimating and take-off software, plus Microsoft Excel Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work to tight tender deadlines
Nov 08, 2026
Full time
About the Company Our client is an established design and build main contractor based in Epping, Essex. The business manily delivers high-end residential, commercial, education and industrial schemes amongst others. The Role This is a combined estimating and pre-construction role. You will take projects from first enquiry through to a secured contract and a smooth handover to the delivery team. That means pricing tenders, shaping early-stage cost and procurement advice, and working with clients and designers to develop schemes that are buildable and on budget. You will work closely with directors, the design team, the commercial team and the supply chain, with real influence on which projects the business pursues and wins. Key Responsibilities Estimating and tendering Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions for design and build, fit-out, refurbishment and new-build projects Review drawings, specifications and tender documents, carrying out quantity take-offs and building up accurate cost plans Price bespoke joinery and furniture packages, working with in-house and external specialists Source, issue and chase subcontractor and supplier enquiries, then analyse and compare returns to secure competitive pricing Identify risks, assumptions, exclusions and clarifications and make sure they are clearly set out in submissions Pre-construction Provide early-stage budgets, feasibility pricing and cost plans to clients and the design team Support design development, advising on buildability, programme, materials and cost implications Lead value engineering exercises and propose cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality Develop procurement strategies and packages, including early engagement of key subcontractors Prepare pre-construction programmes and outline construction methodology to support tenders Manage client and design team communication through the pre-construction stage, including cost reporting and updates Attend client meetings, design team meetings and tender interviews, presenting pricing and approach where required Assist with contract negotiation, and the review of contract terms and risk Hand over successful projects to the delivery team with a clear cost breakdown, procurement status and risk register General Maintain and update cost databases, rates and benchmarking data Mentor and support junior estimators or assistants where applicable Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator with a main contractor, fit-out contractor or design and build contractor Hands-on pre-construction experience, including cost planning, feasibility pricing and value engineering Strong track record pricing fit-out, refurbishment or interior projects, ideally including high-end residential or commercial work Ability to read and interpret architectural and technical drawings and specifications Sound knowledge of construction methods, materials, programme and procurement routes Strong commercial awareness and experience managing subcontractor and supplier pricing Proficiency in estimating and take-off software, plus Microsoft Excel Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work to tight tender deadlines
City Site Solutions are looking for a Tenant Liaison Officer to start working on a Project in Bristol in November , 2026 Duration - 3 months + Working hours - 8am - 5pm (8 hours paid ) Works include - Tenant Liaison Officer need for a project in Bristol to start in November To provide relevant statistical information as required by the team. To conduct regular liaison with tenants before, during and after planned maintenance works, through telephone calls, personal visits and written correspondence. Must have good communication skills, problem solving , organization skills, be a team player and people person . You MUST have CSCS and Drive your Own transport
Nov 05, 2026
Seasonal
City Site Solutions are looking for a Tenant Liaison Officer to start working on a Project in Bristol in November , 2026 Duration - 3 months + Working hours - 8am - 5pm (8 hours paid ) Works include - Tenant Liaison Officer need for a project in Bristol to start in November To provide relevant statistical information as required by the team. To conduct regular liaison with tenants before, during and after planned maintenance works, through telephone calls, personal visits and written correspondence. Must have good communication skills, problem solving , organization skills, be a team player and people person . You MUST have CSCS and Drive your Own transport