Job Description
About The Role
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.
We're seeking to recruit a Senior Buyer on a freelance basis for approximately 6 months.
This role will be based in the Brackley area to support the Procurement manager for a section of works managing the tender, analysis, negotiation and award of Subcontract packages.
You will act as the face of EKFB and ensure that all communication/negotiations/interactions with the supply chain are carried out in the spirit of our values and Procurement & Supply Chain vision. You will carry out procurement to the highest ethical standard at all times and ensure that procurement exercises are made against value-based procurement decisions. You will liaise with internal stakeholders and make sure that are engaged in the process throughout and endorse any recommendations. In addition, you will also prepare and deliver internal presentations to key stakeholders articulating package strategies and award recommendations.
About Us
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Constructionand BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges, and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today!In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).
About You
- Excellent written skills and ability of drafting formal Subcontract documents.
- Experience with NEC contracts.
- Knowledge of Supply chain principles, procedures and methods.
- Proven analytical, problem solving and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage diverse internal and external stakeholders parties to achieve successfulproject outcomes.