Assistant Site Manager/Materials Buyer

Prosper Recruitment are working in partnership with a small property developer of new build houses who due to increased projects need to recruit an Assistant Site Manager/Buyer to support the Operations Manager in his daily duties, this is a ‘hand’s on’, busy role with lots of variety and excellent career enhancement opportunities for the right person.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the management of the Sub-Contractors day to day processes
• Making sure all material suppliers are available and get to site correctly and on time
• Assisting the Site Manager and potentially speaking on behalf of him/her when necessary
• Assisting in driving the site forward
• Ensuring build programs and schedules are met and any problems are dealt with quicklyand effectively
• Paying particular attention to finishing's of properties
• Identifying potential suppliers and new products
• Contacting a range of suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain quotations
• Agreeing delivery times
• Keeping detailed records and maintaining well-organised work schedules
• Dealing effectively with challenges with suppliers and the flow of materials
• Ensuring compliance with the safety, health and environment requirements of materials and services
• Negotiating and agreeing the most favourable terms possible with suppliers
• Develop strong relationships with existing suppliers
• Processing purchase orders and delivery notes

Competencies:

• SMSTS
• First aid at work
• Knowledge of H&S
• Knowledge of suppliers in construction industry
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Competent user of Excel Spreadsheets is essential