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Senior Buyer – Subcontracts (Heavy Civil Engineering) Location: South West - Plymouth Sector: Infrastructure / Heavy Civils About the role A leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor, part of a major UK construction group, is seeking a Senior Buyer (Subcontracts) to join its procurement team in the South West. The business delivers complex, high-profile infrastructure projects across sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration, providing innovative engineering solutions through an integrated, multidisciplinary approach. Key accountabilities: • Develop tender lists and undertake full due diligence of proposed subcontractors for approval by the project and procurement leadership teams, • Develop project-specific procurement strategies in collaboration with project teams, identifying and managing risk and opportunity to achieve best value, • Develop and manage procurement schedules aligned with project programmes, • Prepare and issue subcontract and materials enquiries for tender and project delivery, • Manage timely return of quotations, complete detailed commercial and best-value analysis, and present recommendations for approval, • Lead commercial negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers, • Arrange and chair mid-tender, post-tender, final negotiation and pre-let meetings, • Ensure compliance with internal governance and correct use of procurement documentation and approval processes, • Chair regular project procurement reviews, tracking programme dates, tender allowances, order values, risks and actions, • Support project teams by monitoring subcontractor performance and acting as a commercial mediator where supply chain issues arise, • Manage new subcontractor onboarding, including all required due diligence, • Maintain strong knowledge of the local supply chain, including capacity, capability and market conditions, • Implement and manage supply chain agreements, including frameworks and preferred supplier arrangements, • Build strong relationships with the supply chain to gather market intelligence and drive innovation About you: • Proven experience working in heavy civil engineering procurement, with a strong focus on subcontract buying, • Experience operating within regulated or secure environments is advantageous (e.g. defence, nuclear, critical infrastructure), • Holding or working towards a CIPS professional qualification, • Strong understanding of civil engineering trades, subcontract packages and construction materials, • Good working knowledge of different forms of contract (e.g. NEC or similar), • Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical and negotiation skills, • Comfortable managing a varied workload with minimal supervision, • IT-literate, with experience using Excel, Word, Teams and procurement / document management systems, • Ability to obtain security clearance as required by project demands

Job Advert - Labourer (Immediate Start).Location: Park Dean, Challaborough, Devon, TG7 4HU.We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking.This role involves general site labouring duties and supporting trades on a busy project.Assisting trades and site team with day-to-day tasks.Keeping the sit

Site Manager (planned maintenance) South Devon Permanent Role, 8am-5pm, £45,000 The Company: Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment – from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester, and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a social housing maintenance company, who are looking for Site Managers based in South Devon. Day to Day duties of the Site Manager: Deliver the planned works project on a social housing site General oversight of trades operatives, ensuring health & safety is followed on site. Carry out toolbox talks Ensure targets are met to a high standard and within time/budgets Requirements (Skills & Qualifications): SMSTS First Aid Experience of managing trades onsite Social housing experience Benefits of the Site Manager role: Van Fuel card General permanent benefits Please apply or contact Kirsty Rutlidge at Build Recruitment for further details on (url removed) / (phone number removed). We’ll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We’ll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We’ll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking

Job Advert - Labourer (Immediate Start) Location: Park Dean, Challaborough, Devon, TG7 4HU Start Date: ASAP Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Role Overview We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Labourer to join our team at Park Dean, Challaborough. This role involves general site labouring duties and supporting trades on a busy project. Key Responsibilities: Assisting trades and site team with day‑to‑day tasks Keeping the site clean and tidy Moving materials and equipment Following site safety instructions at all times General labouring duties as required Requirements: Valid PPE: Safety boots, hard hat, hi‑viz Previous labouring experience preferred Ability to work well as part of a team Reliable and punctual How to Apply: If you are available for an immediate start, please get in touch today and speak to Gary at Time Recruitment or simply click 'APPLY...

A flexible opportunity that works around you whether you're looking for Full or Part-Time. Imagine working for yourself, close to home, at your pace, around your lifestyle and commitments. Our network of over 1200 local Advisors enjoy these benefits, alongside great earnings. Hillarys, established over 50 years ago, remains the UK's leading provider of window furnishings solutions with an annual turnover of £250m. We're still enjoying strong growth and looking for more Advisors to join our team. As an Installer you will visit customers in their homes to measure and install a fantastic range of products, including shutters. Our team of Design Consultants will process the order and take payment so you can focus on offering great customer service. If this is unlike anything you've done before that's ok – most of our self-employed Advisors started from the same position and have gone on to run successful Hillarys businesses for many years with our support. Some of our installers have experience in construction or trades such as joiners, carpenters, and window or kitchen fitters. Your strong desire to learn and our award winning training will help you succeed. We make it easy to find out more so why not join us on a virtual Discovery Session and learn everything you need to know about being a Hillarys Advisor. You can ask a current Advisor and one of our Area Managers any relevant questions – all from the comfort of your armchair with zero commitment! Work for yourself, not by yourself : the benefits of your own local business, within a model that removes the worries: We're experts in advertising so you won't worry about finding customers Have the confidence that over 70% of customers go on to purchase from their Hillarys Advisor You can focus on outstanding Service, ensuring your customers buy, and come back time and again Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle: manage your own diary and the time you want to commit There's a reason that so many Hillarys Advisors are successful. We're just as committed as you to the partnership – that starts with a comprehensive package: Training-for-life, local business support, a plan that's built around you, and all the things you'll need to ensure a professional approach and finish from day one: All the professional and practical Training you'll ever need as you start and develop your business. Comprehensive Sales Toolkit including complete Product samples, Tablet and software Full Installation Toolkit, including all measuring equipment, and tools (including power tools) A professional image – Hillarys branded clothing, and personalised business cards & leaflets This is wrapped into a one-off investment of just £2995 and we've even got flexible ways to pay to help spread the investment. This is unquestionably the most simple and effective way to access the UK's best opportunity. On top of the points above, you'll need to hold a valid UK driving licence to get to customers locally. To find out more complete the application form online, join one of our 45-minute Discovery sessions and learn about how good a fit Hillarys could be for you? TPBN1_UKTJ

Site Manager – Fit Out Monday to Friday – 11.5 hour Shift Based in Plymouth – Start Date 19th January We are seeking a Site Manager on behalf of a main contractor from London who specialises within Fast Track Fit out. Qualifications & Experience Requirements • Ideally from a joiner background, • Proven history of Managing teams of Trades and Labourer plus Sub Contractors., • Must have worked on Fast Track Retail Fit Out projects., • Must have SMSTS / Heath and Safety - ( IPAF not essential )., • Background MUST have experiences with Commercial Fit Out Projects. Apply for this position below or alternatively, for further information, please contact Sid Choudhury at Connect Central

The Maintenance Trades Helper (MTH) will assist one or more workers in the skilled maintenance trades. Job Title: Assembly A (Maintenance Trades Helper). L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Maintenance Trades Helper in its Norfolk VA location.

Mobile Multi Trades Building Fabric Engineer. Are you a Multi Trades Maintenance / Building Fabric Engineer looking for a new role working mobile around the Bromley area. AS Multi Trades Building Fabric Engineer you will be working as part of a team of maintenance engineers covering various sites wi

Job Role: Vocational Trades Tutor (Multi‑Skills) – HMP Brixton Location: HMP Brixton Salary: £35,000 + £5,000 London Weighting Contract: Permanent, full‑time Working Environment: Prison‑based role with full on‑site delivery Role Overview We are looking f

Multi Skills Vocational Trades Tutor Location: Brixton Contract Type: Permanent Salary: From £35,000 plus £5,000 LW The Role We are looking to recruit a permanent, full time Multi Skills Vocational Trades Tutor that can do more than just deliver training but can also engage and insp

Variable Hours Lecturer in Multi-Trades.

AS Multi Trades Building Fabric Engineer you will be working as part of a team of maintenance engineers covering various sites within their portfolio of retail contracts. Mobile Multi Trades Building Fabric Engineer. Are you a Multi Trades Maintenance / Building Fabric Engineer looking for a new rol

My Client has a requirement for 2 Multi Trades Operatives primarily working as a joiner but to include other trades as required.

Mobile Air Conditioning EngineerCentral London & Sutton | Mobile SouthEquans is looking for an experienced Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer to join our Corporate Sector - Mobile South team.This is a great opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of client sites, delivering high-quality HVAC mainten

Mobile Multi Trades Building Fabric Engineer Based around the Rochester area Salary £34-36k with overtime OTE £40k Van with Personal use 25 Days holiday Are you a Multi Trades Maintenance / Building Fabric Engineer looking for a new role working mobile around the Rochester area. AS Multi Tr

Head of Public Affairs, Media and Digital CommunicationsCardiff£71,816 pa rising incrementally to £73,207 paFixed term contract until March 2028Full time 35 hours per week (happy to discuss flexible working)TUC Cymru is looking for an experienced and politically astute Head of Public Affairs, Med

Job Role: Vocational Trades Tutor (Multi-Skills) HMP BrixtonLocation: HMP BrixtonSalary: £35,000 + £5,000 London WeightingContract: Permanent, full-timeWorking Environment: Prison-based role with full on-site deliveryRole OverviewWe are looking for an experienced and motivated Vocational Trades T

Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Mobile Air Conditioning EngineerCentral London & Sutton | Mobile SouthEquans is looking for an experienced Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer to join our Corporat

Interim Head of Housing Operations.Provide strategic leadership and overall accountability for the delivery of housing and neighbourhood-based operational services, ensuring safe homes, effective services, and positive resident outcomes.Lead and oversee Housing Management, Asset Management, Complian

Responsibilities include originating and managing trades, identifying market opportunities, and securing long-term agreements.

A leading fashion brand is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to enhance their finance function.This high-impact role involves preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102, managing the external audit process, and ensuring tax compliance.The ideal candidate will have post-qualified experience in fi

The Curriculum Head of Construction & Trades provides strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio of vocational programmes, ensuring that teaching, learning and assessment meet industry standards and employer expectations. The role drives learner achievement, strengthens employer partnerships, a

Freelance PR & Communications Manager.Strategic Brand & Innovation Agency (London).I’m working with a strategic brand and innovation agency to find a Freelance PR & Communications Manager to support both the agency’s in-house PR and marketing, as well as PR and content delivery for one of their

Variable Hours Lecturer in Multi-Trades.

Senior Commercial Solicitor – Principal Associate.We are delighted to be representing a forward-thinking law firm searching for a client focused and commercially astute lawyer to join its thriving Commercial team.This is a strategic appointment aimed at driving growth and enhancing the firm’s al

A leading advocacy organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an Employment Rights Act Engagement Officer to promote workplace rights via effective communication and engagement.The role involves helping union representatives and workers understand the new Employment Rights Act and its benefits.Ca

Lettings Negotiator - Solihull - up to £27k basic plus commission (Monday to Friday).This is a great opportunity to join a leading, multi branch, independent agent who have built up a truly impressive brand over many years.A busy office where you will be registering applicants, booking and carrying

We’re looking for two passionate PhD students to join a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action doctoral training network–Training & Research in Advanced Dispersion Engineered grating-waveguide Structures (TRADES)–and push the boundaries of what’s possible with nanofabrication technology.

A leading legal services provider is seeking an Exchange Paralegal for a fully remote position in Greater London.You will assist conveyancers with residential property transactions, managing communications efficiently and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.The ideal candidate should have

An educational institution in Central Bedfordshire seeks a part-time Lecturer in Plumbing.The ideal candidate should possess a degree-level qualification, Level 3+ in Maths or English, and a teaching qualification or willingness to obtain it.Responsibilities include delivering effective lessons and

A leading technology services provider is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager for complex integration projects in Central London.The successful candidate will oversee project execution from design to implementation, acting as a liaison between clients and contractors.This role emphasize

A trade union organization in Greater London is seeking an Employment Rights Act Engagement Officer to promote workplace rights.The ideal candidate will have experience in communications and engagement and be passionate about social justice.This full-time position involves collaborating with a dedic

A dynamic marketing firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Marketing to drive brand strategy and achieve ambitious sales targets.In this role, you will lead commercial and marketing tactics, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize performance.The ideal candidate has a proven track record in innovat

Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer.Central London & Sutton | Mobile South.Equans is looking for an experienced.Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer.Corporate Sector - Mobile South team.This is a great opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of client sites, delivering high-quality HVAC maintenance in a

Treasury Analyst – Private Equity-Backed Business.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Treasury Analyst to join a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing private equity-backed business headquartered in London.This newly created role will play a key part in supporting the Group Treasury function, with

A prominent educational institution in the United Kingdom seeks a Curriculum Head of Construction & Trades to provide strategic leadership across vocational programmes.

A leading technology company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement scalable solutions.You will collaborate with teams to create responsive applications, leveraging your expertise in Java and cloud services.The role demands at least 8 years of experience and

Full-Time, 35 hours per week (happy to talk flexible working).Help working people understand and use their rights.The TUC is recruiting an Employment Rights Act Engagement Officer to play a key role in promoting one of the most important advances in workplace rights in a generation.This role will he

A leading mortgage services provider is seeking a Mortgage Case Handler/Application Specialist to manage mortgage applications from submission through to completion.This role involves ensuring a smooth customer journey, collecting and validating documentation, and acting as a key point of contact fo

A prominent housing organization in London is looking for a skilled Multi-Trade Operative specializing in carpentry, plumbing, and drainage engineering.You'll handle repairs in occupied and vacant properties, ensuring a first-class customer service.A valid UK driving license is required, and the rol

Overhead Cable Linesman (132kV–400kV Transmission Lines).V–400kV high voltage transmission lines.The role focuses on the replacement of insulators and associated line hardware in accordance with.National Grid standards and specifications.This position is suited to individuals with strong transmi

The role offers excellent work-life balance and the chance to shape the future of tradespeople.

A leading aircraft management firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Duty Manager with an engineering background in a CAA/EASA environment.The role involves overseeing daily operations to ensure safety and efficiency, managing staff and workloads, and ensuring adherence to all regulations.The i

The role involves supporting tradespeople in their business journey, public speaking at industry events, and collaborating with the curriculum team.

A pivotal charity organization is looking for a skilled Finance Manager to lead the finance function and manage a Finance Assistant in London.This hybrid role involves producing management accounts, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and preparing for audits.Candidates need experience i

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a driven Recruitment Consultant to specialize in temporary placements for skilled trades and maintenance professionals.

A leading insurance broker in North London is looking for an experienced Property Account Handler to support a diverse portfolio of property owners and real estate clients.The role requires a minimum of two years of insurance experience, preferably in a broker setting.Responsibilities include prepar

In this temporary contract, you'll be responsible for scheduling works for tradespeople such as Gas Engineers and Plumbers utilizing CRM systems.