Buyer (Pre-Construction)
Swindon, Wiltshire
Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
About us
HOCHTIEF (UK) Construction Limited is a leading international civil engineering company, specialising in complex market segments such as Transportation, Energy, Tunnelling, Building, Civil and Structural Engineering.
HOCHTIEF (UK) Construction Limited are proud of our achievements and our reputation for innovation, dynamism and excellence and we are conscious of the fact that this success has been built firmly on the commitment and dedication of each member of our team.
About the role
We are looking to expand our Procurement team with a skilled and enthusiastic Pre-Construction Buyer to be based in our Head Office in Swindon, Wiltshire.
The role will require you to take responsibility for the pre-contract package enquiry management process for sub-contract, consultant, material and plant package and support the Bid Team in submitting a successful tender for multi-million pound civil engineering projects.
There will be emphasis on developing and following a standardised process common to all projects and provide a fully traceable linked chain of events from the package headline figure down to granular detail.
From time to time you may also be required to support live projects during peak demands and assist with development of supply chain agreements as directed by the Lead Buyer.
About you
It is essential that you have a Minimum Level 2 certificate ideally progressing with CIPS.
You must have previous experience in the Construction or Civil Engineering Industry and experience of working on FIDIC and NEC4 contracts.
You will need to continuously demonstrate good supplier negotiation skills and demonstrate proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
The role requires you to have good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a strong team working ethic.
What we offer
We will provide a competitive salary and benefits (including pension and health care plan), accommodation allowance (if outside of a reasonable commuting distance) and access to outstanding training and career opportunities.
HOCHTIEF recognises the benefit of diversity and welcomes all applications.
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Buyer in Swindon employer: HOCHTIEF (UK) Construction Ltd
HOCHTIEF (UK) Construction Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and innovation in the construction sector. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth and advancement within the industry, particularly in the thriving environment of the Sellafield IDP project. Our hybrid working model fosters flexibility, allowing you to balance professional and personal commitments while contributing to impactful projects.
Contact Details:
HOCHTIEF (UK) Construction Ltd Recruitment Team
