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Job Title: Buyer - Materials and Services (Environmental Construction / River Restoration) Job Summary The Buyer is responsible for procuring materials, equipment, and subcontracted services that support environmental construction and civil engineering projects such as river restoration, habitat creation, wetland enhancement, erosion control and earthworks for Solar Farm installation. The role ensures that all purchases meet ecological design specifications, sustainability standards, and project delivery requirements, while achieving value for money and compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Purchasing Source, evaluate, and purchase specialist materials and services required for environmental construction projects - including aggregates, timber, geotextiles, small tools, plant hire, labour, accommodation and PPE Negotiate competitive pricing, lead times, and delivery terms to optimise cost, quality, and sustainability. Create and maintain preferred supplier list. Coordinate with project teams to forecast procurement needs and ensure timely delivery to remote or environmentally sensitive sites. Sustainable & Ethical Procurement Identify and select suppliers aligned with the company's environmental and sustainability objectives (e.g., low-carbon materials, locally sourced aggregates, FSC-certified timber, recycled or biodegradable products). Verify supplier compliance with environmental, health & safety, and quality standards (ISO 14001, ISO 9001, etc.). Maintain records to demonstrate sustainable procurement practices for client reporting and audits. Supplier & Subcontractor Management Develop and maintain relationships with specialist suppliers and subcontractors in the environmental and ecological construction sector. Evaluate supplier performance on reliability, quality, environmental responsibility, and cost-effectiveness. Resolve logistical, quality, or delivery issues to maintain smooth project execution. Compliance & Documentation Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, project specifications, and environmental regulations. Maintain procurement records, supplier documentation, and audit trails for compliance and client reporting. Support continuous improvement of procurement procedures and sustainability reporting. Qualifications & Experience Education: Degree qualified Experience: 3-5 years' experience in construction procurement, ideally within environmental contracting, river restoration, ecological construction, or infrastructure. Skills: Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management. Knowledge of environmentally sustainable materials and products. Competent in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Knowledge of Business Central ERP system (desirable) Understanding of construction and environmental regulations. Key Competencies Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. Effective communication and teamwork across technical and site teams. Analytical thinking and problem-solving. Organisational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. Commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical sourcing.

Senior Buyer - Civil Engineering Salary: £40 - £45k + pkg Location: Derby Regions: East Midlands, Midlands, West Midlands We are looking to recruit a Senior Buyer to join a regional contractor based out of their Head Office in Derby. The team currently consists of one Buyer/Assistant Buyer and we need to bring on someone who can work alongside them and bring a wealth of buying knowledge to the team. The ideal Candidate who is experienced (circa 10 years ideally) who our current Buyer(s) can learn and develop from, And with a background within the construction industry, this person needs to join already having sufficient knowledge of buying within construction, and for contractors not client/consultancy. General Duties will consist of: Purchasing goods, materials, tools, equipment and services to ensure that the company's operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply. This role has greater responsibility and accountability than a Buyer and includes some people management responsibility and implementation of the Procurement Processes for the company's supply chain. In addition to this, the role will include supporting the estimators with tender rates and prices. As well as a competitive Salary the successful candidate will get a package which includes: Company Car or Car Allowance (Subject to policy), Business mileage to be reimbursed at HMRC Advisory fuel rates, Discretionary profit share scheme paid twice a year, Salary exchange pension with 5% employer contribution on basic salary, Private health insurance (e.g. Bupa) - employee only, Reimbursement of Professional Fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE, CIPS, CIOB, or similar), Mobile phone & laptop This is a permanent role so only apply if seeking a Permanent PAYE role.

Fawkes & Reece South are working with a growing contractor that works on civil engineering and groundworks projects on behalf of developers and private clients throughout Hampshire and Dorset. They are seeking a Buyer to work on projects are worth between £500k and £2m based on both JCT & NEC contracts. Scope of works includes infrastructure works, footpaths, retaining walls, bridges and drainage etc. They are seeking a Buyer to join a busy team on various duties that will include: You will be involved in (but not limited to): Responsible for material procurement for several on-going projects Obtaining and negotiating quotes /prices from various suppliers Working closely with the project team to ensure orders are placed in line with programme Attend internal co-ordination meetings for on-going projects Regular reporting of project costs against tender Sourcing of new suppliers and products Checking engineering drawings for discrepancies and compliance with the required material specification Control all purchasing administration and ensure all transactions are completed and recorded correctly Managing any potential supply problems and work to find solutions Requirements including skills and qualifications: Experience working in a purchasing or buying experience within civil engineering/ construction or an similar industry Be a natural problem solver and be able to use initiative to find solutions Good attention to detail required Effective communication skills Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK The successful candidate will get to work in an outstanding environment, will have multiple opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. If you are interested in this role, please contact Malvin at Fawkes & Reece Southampton or use the link below. JBRP1_UKTJ

Murphy is recruiting for a SEnior Design Coordinator to work with Energy on Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Design Coordinator: Review submissions as directed for quality and sufficiency. Lead design engineering matters on small/medium sized project/s as directed. Monitor, co-ordinate, and manage the design by internal designers, consultants, suppliers, and interface contractors as appropriate. Endure that that Aconex (or client approved alternative CDE system) is adequately setup and being utilised correctly by all designers, site operations and external stakeholders. Monitor, track and report on Design progress against the project programme Oversee appropriate consideration of constructability and permanent works in relation to Temporary Works. Review design progress and detail using CAD/BIM tools. Monitoring and reporting on Design NCRs and associated close out. Liaise with the wider team such as Surveyors, Buyers, Contract Managers, Project Managers, Site Managers and Estimators to engender a team approach for each project. Still interested, does this sound like you? HNC/HND in civil engineering, construction or a degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar. Professional affiliated membership of applicable Engineering Institution or evidence of ongoing progression towards Engineering Design Experience i.e. production of engineering designs on Power T&D, renewables, or multidisciplinary EPC process projects Exposure to Design management/coordination and construction experience Experience of Autodesk suite including AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks. Digitally familiar with BIM and CDEs and document control systems and processes