Permanent 37.5 Hours per week We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our team within Lovell s South West regional office at Exeter. You ll be responsible for supporting the procurement team with day to day planned order placement, checking quantities and analysing quotations, whilst ensuring compliance with company procurement policies. With excellent communication skills you will liaise / negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value, delivery, performance, and payment terms as well as developing relationships with internal teams and the external supply chain. We are looking for a procurement professional with knowledge of the construction industry and the relevant legislation.You'll need to have strong negotiation skills, along with knowledge of conditions of contract and of health and safety. Benefits Discretionary Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs Holidays - 26 days Life Assurance Pension Single cover Private medical insurance Ability to purchase additional holiday Access to discount portal Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV Digital GP Employee assistance programme Sharesave scheme As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing developments and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Permanent 37.5 Hours per week We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our team within Lovell s South West regional office at Exeter. You ll be responsible for supporting the procurement team with day to day planned order placement, checking quantities and analysing quotations, whilst ensuring compliance with company procurement policies. With excellent communication skills you will liaise / negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value, delivery, performance, and payment terms as well as developing relationships with internal teams and the external supply chain. We are looking for a procurement professional with knowledge of the construction industry and the relevant legislation.You'll need to have strong negotiation skills, along with knowledge of conditions of contract and of health and safety. Benefits Discretionary Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs Holidays - 26 days Life Assurance Pension Single cover Private medical insurance Ability to purchase additional holiday Access to discount portal Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV Digital GP Employee assistance programme Sharesave scheme As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing developments and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
Permanent 37.5 Hours per week We are now seeking a Senior Estimator to join ourSouth Westteam in Exeter to produceaccurate,timely, and competitive cost estimates that help secure new business and support our continued growth. Reporting to the Regional Commercial Director, our Senior Estimator will play a pivotal role in safeguarding Lovells commercial interests while ensuring our bids stand out for their accuracy, competitiveness, and low-risk profile. You will lead the estimation process for new developments, collaborate closely with internal teams, and mentor junior estimating staff. You will take ownership of pre-acquisition viabilities and competitive bids, ensuring every submission is thoroughly developed, commercially sound and delivered within tight deadlines. You will interpret bid and contractual documentation carefully,identifyrisks early and manage them effectively to ensure Lovell enters each opportunity with a strong, well-informed commercial position. Once a scheme is awarded, you will provide a clear and well-structured handover to post-contract teams to support successful delivery. The role also carries responsibilities under the companys Health & Safety and Equality & Diversity policies, requiring full compliance and the promotion of safe,fairand respectful working practices. To succeed in this role, you should bring strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, procurementprocessesand local subcontract markets, along with a solid understanding of contracts and pricing. Experience using Housebuilder and Evaluate estimating systems is valuable, as isproficiencyin Microsoft Word,Exceland Outlook. Advanced estimatingexpertisewithin the residential construction sector will be a strong advantage. If you are a detail-oriented, commercially astute estimator looking to take the next step in your career, we would be pleased to hear from you. Benefits Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs Holidays 26 days Life Assurance Pension Private medical insurance Ability topurchaseadditionalholiday Access to discount portal Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV Digital GP Employeeassistanceprogramme Sharesave scheme As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UKs leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths,skillsand personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovella great placeto work for all. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 03, 2025
Full time
Permanent 37.5 Hours per week We are now seeking a Senior Estimator to join ourSouth Westteam in Exeter to produceaccurate,timely, and competitive cost estimates that help secure new business and support our continued growth. Reporting to the Regional Commercial Director, our Senior Estimator will play a pivotal role in safeguarding Lovells commercial interests while ensuring our bids stand out for their accuracy, competitiveness, and low-risk profile. You will lead the estimation process for new developments, collaborate closely with internal teams, and mentor junior estimating staff. You will take ownership of pre-acquisition viabilities and competitive bids, ensuring every submission is thoroughly developed, commercially sound and delivered within tight deadlines. You will interpret bid and contractual documentation carefully,identifyrisks early and manage them effectively to ensure Lovell enters each opportunity with a strong, well-informed commercial position. Once a scheme is awarded, you will provide a clear and well-structured handover to post-contract teams to support successful delivery. The role also carries responsibilities under the companys Health & Safety and Equality & Diversity policies, requiring full compliance and the promotion of safe,fairand respectful working practices. To succeed in this role, you should bring strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, procurementprocessesand local subcontract markets, along with a solid understanding of contracts and pricing. Experience using Housebuilder and Evaluate estimating systems is valuable, as isproficiencyin Microsoft Word,Exceland Outlook. Advanced estimatingexpertisewithin the residential construction sector will be a strong advantage. If you are a detail-oriented, commercially astute estimator looking to take the next step in your career, we would be pleased to hear from you. Benefits Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs Holidays 26 days Life Assurance Pension Private medical insurance Ability topurchaseadditionalholiday Access to discount portal Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV Digital GP Employeeassistanceprogramme Sharesave scheme As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UKs leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths,skillsand personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovella great placeto work for all. JBRP1_UKTJ
Permanent - Full Time - 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our North Regeneration region, based on sites across Nottingham. Reporting to the Social Value & Customer Experience Manager, this Resident Liaison Officer position will deliver a first-class customer experience for our tenants before, during and post improvement works. We are looking for a pro-active and engaging individual who has exceptional communication skills and customer service experience. You will have good administration skills, comfortable in the use of Microsoft Office, and ideally with some experience of CRM systems. You will be an experienced Resident Liaison Officer with knowledge of Site Administration, an awareness of Health & Safety in occupied homes along with knowledge of the refurbishment process. Benefits Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs Holidays - 26 days Life Assurance Pension Private medical insurance Ability to purchase additional holiday Access to discount portal Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV Digital GP Employee assistance programme Sharesave scheme As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK's leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Permanent - Full Time - 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our North Regeneration region, based on sites across Nottingham. Reporting to the Social Value & Customer Experience Manager, this Resident Liaison Officer position will deliver a first-class customer experience for our tenants before, during and post improvement works. We are looking for a pro-active and engaging individual who has exceptional communication skills and customer service experience. You will have good administration skills, comfortable in the use of Microsoft Office, and ideally with some experience of CRM systems. You will be an experienced Resident Liaison Officer with knowledge of Site Administration, an awareness of Health & Safety in occupied homes along with knowledge of the refurbishment process. Benefits Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs Holidays - 26 days Life Assurance Pension Private medical insurance Ability to purchase additional holiday Access to discount portal Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV Digital GP Employee assistance programme Sharesave scheme As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK's leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects. We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams. The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
Permanent - Full Time 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen within our growing Refurbishment business for a Contracts Administrator to join a dynamic Partnership team. Working out of our Nottingham office within a wider delivery team and reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will carry out contract administration duties supporting refurbishment contracts click apply for full job details
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Permanent - Full Time 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen within our growing Refurbishment business for a Contracts Administrator to join a dynamic Partnership team. Working out of our Nottingham office within a wider delivery team and reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will carry out contract administration duties supporting refurbishment contracts click apply for full job details
Permanent - Full Time 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen within our growing Refurbishment business for a Contracts Administrator to join a dynamic Partnership team. Working out of our Nottingham office within a wider delivery team and reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will carry out contract administration duties supporting refurbishment contracts click apply for full job details
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Permanent - Full Time 40 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen within our growing Refurbishment business for a Contracts Administrator to join a dynamic Partnership team. Working out of our Nottingham office within a wider delivery team and reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will carry out contract administration duties supporting refurbishment contracts click apply for full job details