House Buyer – Residential Developer – Watford
Salary: £42,500 – 47,500 (dependent on experience)
A major residential developer is seeking a Materials buyer with strong construction experience to join their team to assist the team with a heavy workload of projects they have kicking off in 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to secure a position as part of a dynamic commercial team.
The ideal candidate would be someone with between 3- and 5-years’ experience in the construction industry and solid previous experience as a buyer or assistant buyer.
Role Overview
Title: Buyer
Location: Watford
Salary: £42,500 - £47,500 + package
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
Manage and complete all procurement activities and exercises
Maintain awareness of new and emerging materials that could benefit the business
Programme and place orders for materials and plant with Group National Suppliers where applicable, or alternative suppliers, ensuring best value and quality
Attend internal pre-start and team meetings as required
Review Architects’ and Engineers’ drawings to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with material specifications, resolving queries with consultants or the Technical team as necessary
Confirm that correct and approved specifications are being applied
Prepare material cost schedules and budgets with associated cost codes for new sites and as required, reviewing costs to ensure budgets are not exceeded
Compile material enquiry schedules, issue to suppliers for pricing, assess returned quotations, and review supplier programmes prior to placing orders
Monitor, forecast, and report material cost increases as they occur
Provide monthly material accruals for site reporting
Requirements
Steady work history
Strong construction industry experience (Particularly in the housebuilding sector)
Previous experience as a Buyer in construction
What’s on Offer
£42,500 – 47,500 DOE
Competitive Bonus Scheme
Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
Company Car or Allowance
Annual Medical Health Assessment
26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
Flexibility Benefits once set up
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
If you’re a determined, career driven buyer looking for a genuine opportunity to develop your career and take on new challenges, please contact Ned Scott-Mends on (phone number removed), or send your CV via email to (url removed)
All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation