Construction Buyer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in the construction sector is seeking an experienced Construction Buyer for a temporary on-site role in Hertfordshire. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute within a collaborative team. Ideal candidates should have strong experience in residential construction and material procurement.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Office-based role with consistent schedule

Potential flexibility in working hours

Valuable experience within a reputable construction environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the housebuilding or residential construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and material take-offs.
• Availability to start immediately for a minimum 6-week assignment.

Responsibilities

• Producing accurate take-offs from construction drawings for materials.
• Reviewing and processing variations (VOs) and updating schedules.
• Managing and updating material orders using internal systems.

Skills

Construction Buying experience

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement/order management systems

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
Join a well-established and respected organisation within the construction sector, known for delivering high-quality residential developments. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a busy and collaborative team environment on a temporary basis.
Your new role
We are seeking an experienced Construction Buyer for a temporary position based on-site in Hertfordsghire. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, typically 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (with some flexibility available). You will be working closely with a small, dedicated team including a Materials Manager and another Buyer.Key responsibilities include:
* Producing accurate take-offs from construction drawings for materials such as bricks, blocks, CLS, doors, and ironmongery.
* Reviewing and processing variations (VOs) and updating existing take-off schedules and orders accordingly.
* Managing and updating material orders using internal systems.
* Supporting the team with scheduling, information gathering, and general procurement tasks

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:* Proven experience in the housebuilding or residential construction industry.
* Strong understanding of construction drawings and the ability to perform accurate material take-offs.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* Experience with procurement/order management systems; familiarity with COINS is advantageous but not essential.
* A conscientious, detail-oriented approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Availability to start immediately and commit to a minimum 6-week assignment.

What you'll get in return
* Competitive hourly rate of c£20 - £30 per hour, depending on experience.
* Opportunity to work with a supportive and experienced team.
* Office-based role with a consistent Monday to Friday schedule.
* Potential for flexibility in working hours, subject to agreement.
* Valuable experience within a reputable construction environment.

What you need to do now

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Desired Skills and Experience

Construction Buying experience

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