Buyer West Midlands 40,000 - 55,000 + Car / Allowance A reputable House Builder with offices located in the West Midlands are seeking a permanent Buyer, will also consider Assistant or Senior Buyers dependant on the level of their experience and competencies. Working closely with the Commercial Team you will be running live housing sites and responsible for bulk buying to contribute to the procurement of quality materials and services essential to the successful delivery of construction projects. Job Duties Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best possible terms for materials and services required for construction projects. Manage purchase orders and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier performance for reporting purposes. Work closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material requirements and ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function. Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Ensure all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications in line with project requirements. Required Qualifications Valid driving licence No formal degree required; however, relevant qualifications or training in procurement, supply chain management, or construction materials are advantageous. Experience Proven experience in material buying within the new build housing sector. Demonstrable track record of managing supplier relationships and negotiating favourable terms. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction materials, their applications and quality standards. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyse market conditions and supplier performance to inform purchasing decisions. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications. Organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This is a full time, permanent opportunity.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Buyer West Midlands 40,000 - 55,000 + Car / Allowance A reputable House Builder with offices located in the West Midlands are seeking a permanent Buyer, will also consider Assistant or Senior Buyers dependant on the level of their experience and competencies. Working closely with the Commercial Team you will be running live housing sites and responsible for bulk buying to contribute to the procurement of quality materials and services essential to the successful delivery of construction projects. Job Duties Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best possible terms for materials and services required for construction projects. Manage purchase orders and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier performance for reporting purposes. Work closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material requirements and ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function. Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Ensure all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications in line with project requirements. Required Qualifications Valid driving licence No formal degree required; however, relevant qualifications or training in procurement, supply chain management, or construction materials are advantageous. Experience Proven experience in material buying within the new build housing sector. Demonstrable track record of managing supplier relationships and negotiating favourable terms. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction materials, their applications and quality standards. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyse market conditions and supplier performance to inform purchasing decisions. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications. Organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This is a full time, permanent opportunity.
Senior Quantity Surveyor - New Homes Up to 75,000 DOE + Car/Allowance Bri stol A reputable house builder are now seeking additional commercial support. Currently hiring a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Team in Bristol. Working closely with the Commercial Head to manage and deliver prestigious new home sites. Required Skills: Minimum of a relevant HND or equivalent Experience of working on apartment projects COINS and Microsoft Packages experience (desired but not essential) Excellent attention to detail and communication skills (written and telephone) good time management skills Your Responsibilities: Preparation of Interim Valuations and Final Accounts Procurement of sub-contractors in line with target programme and company policy requirements for competency of sub-contractors, recommendations, orders, warranties. including pre-order meetings Contract administration of sub-contracts (including progress meetings/delay evaluation/variations/ day works /clean up notices/damages/material waste/defects/relevant notices) Timely and accurate assessment and payment of sub-contractors applications and issuance of payment notifications to sub-contractor Final Account agreement of sub-contract accounts Timely and accurate evaluation of variations/provisional sum expenditure and monitoring of the same Accurate production of internal valuations, sub-contract liabilities and cost value reconciliations in line with the Commercial reporting timetable Take off & preparation of bills of quantities for estimating department for tender submissions Full job description available upon request This is a full time, permanent opportunity.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - New Homes Up to 75,000 DOE + Car/Allowance Bri stol A reputable house builder are now seeking additional commercial support. Currently hiring a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Team in Bristol. Working closely with the Commercial Head to manage and deliver prestigious new home sites. Required Skills: Minimum of a relevant HND or equivalent Experience of working on apartment projects COINS and Microsoft Packages experience (desired but not essential) Excellent attention to detail and communication skills (written and telephone) good time management skills Your Responsibilities: Preparation of Interim Valuations and Final Accounts Procurement of sub-contractors in line with target programme and company policy requirements for competency of sub-contractors, recommendations, orders, warranties. including pre-order meetings Contract administration of sub-contracts (including progress meetings/delay evaluation/variations/ day works /clean up notices/damages/material waste/defects/relevant notices) Timely and accurate assessment and payment of sub-contractors applications and issuance of payment notifications to sub-contractor Final Account agreement of sub-contract accounts Timely and accurate evaluation of variations/provisional sum expenditure and monitoring of the same Accurate production of internal valuations, sub-contract liabilities and cost value reconciliations in line with the Commercial reporting timetable Take off & preparation of bills of quantities for estimating department for tender submissions Full job description available upon request This is a full time, permanent opportunity.
