Buyer / Administrator – Construction & Surfacing
Location: Office-based
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
A well-established construction contractor is seeking a Buyer / Administrator to support live civil engineering and surfacing projects. This is a varied, hands-on office role suited to someone organised, commercially aware, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Procuring materials, plant, and tools for site teams
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Raising and managing purchase orders and supplier relationships
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Negotiating rates and supporting tender pricing
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Planning and scheduling surfacing works and associated logistics
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Coordinating plant, transport, subcontractors, and operatives
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Approving and querying high-volume invoices
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Supporting compliance, waste tracking, and sustainability reporting
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General office and yard administration
About You
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Experience in construction, civils, surfacing, or materials/plant buying
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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Commercially minded and detail-focused
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Confident managing multiple priorities and systems
What’s On Offer
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Stable, permanent role
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Supportive team environment
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Varied role with real project exposure
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Competitive salary depending on experience
Apply now for a confidential discussion