Materials Controller

Skilled Careers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Materials Controller for a busy residential development on a short-term site-based contract. You will ensure correct materials are identified, picked and prepared for each plot in line with project schedules.

Working with the Site Management team, you will review schedules, assemble plot-specific packs, and coordinate delivery to each plot while maintaining stock levels and safe storage practices on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Materials Controller/Stores or Site Logistics role within residential construction.
• Ability to read and interpret schedules and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical working style.

Responsibilities

• Read and work from detailed schedules and plot materials lists.
• Identify correct materials and quantities for each plot.
• Pick and assemble materials into plot-specific packs/kits.
• Ensure doors, linings, balustrades, skirting and architrave are matched to each plot.
• Check materials against schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Organise and label materials for delivery to plots.
• Monitor stock levels and flag shortages or missing items.
• Liaise with Site Management, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Maintain an organised and safe materials storage area.
• Minimise material shortages, waste and delays to the build programme.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive

Job description

Location: Dartford
Contract: Short-Term / Temporary
Start Date: Immediate
Sector: Residential Construction

We are currently seeking an experienced Materials Controller to join a busy residential development on a short-term basis.

This is a hands-on site-based role, responsible for ensuring that the correct materials are identified, picked and prepared for each plot in line with the project schedules.

The Role

Working closely with the Site Management team, you will be responsible for reviewing the materials schedules and putting together the required items for each individual plot, ensuring materials are available and ready when needed.

Key materials will include:

• Internal and external doors
• Door linings
• Balustrades
• Skirting
• Architrave
• Other plot-specific finishing materials

Key Responsibilities

• Read and work from detailed materials and plot schedules.
• Identify the correct materials and quantities required for each plot.
• Pick and assemble materials into plot-specific packs/kits.
• Ensure doors, linings, balustrades, skirting, architrave and associated materials are correctly matched to each plot.
• Check materials against schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Organise and label materials ready for delivery to individual plots.
• Monitor stock levels and highlight shortages or missing materials.
• Liaise with Site Management, suppliers and subcontractors regarding material requirements.
• Maintain an organised and efficient materials storage area.
• Ensure materials are handled and stored safely.
• Help minimise material shortages, waste and delays to the build programme.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Materials Controller, Materials Coordinator, Stores or Site Logistics role.
• Experience working within a residential construction environment.
• Good knowledge of construction materials and finishing products.The ability to read and understand schedules and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when picking materials for individual plots.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work methodically.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with the site team.

This role would suit someone who is organised, practical and detail-focused, with a good understanding of how materials need to be prepared and coordinated to keep a residential development moving efficiently.