Material Controller in Maldon, Essex

About the Role

We are looking for an organised, proactive and experienced Material Controller to join our site team on a new-build residential development.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the coordination, ordering, delivery, storage and distribution of materials across the development, ensuring that site teams and subcontractors have the materials they need to maintain programme and productivity.

Working closely with the Site Management, Procurement and Commercial teams, you will play a key role in ensuring materials are available at the right time, in the right quantities and in the right locations, whilst minimising waste, damage and unnecessary costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all material deliveries to site, ensuring they align with the construction programme and site requirements.

• Liaise with Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers, subcontractors and suppliers to establish upcoming material requirements.

• Monitor material levels and maintain accurate stock records and inventory systems.

• Ensure all deliveries are checked against purchase orders and delivery notes, reporting any shortages, discrepancies or damaged goods.

• Organise and oversee the safe storage, handling and distribution of materials around the development.

• Ensure materials are allocated to the correct plots, blocks and work areas.

• Maintain an organised and efficient site compound and material storage areas.

• Monitor material usage and identify potential shortages or over-ordering.

• Assist with forward planning to ensure materials are available in line with the build programme.

• Reduce material wastage, damage, theft and unnecessary costs.

• Coordinate the removal and return of surplus or unused materials where appropriate.

• Ensure all material storage and handling arrangements comply with site health and safety requirements.

• Maintain accurate delivery records and provide regular updates to the site management team.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Material Controller, Materials Coordinator or similar role within the construction industry.

• Experience working on new-build residential developments would be highly advantageous.

• Good understanding of construction materials, building processes and sequencing.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple deliveries and competing site priorities.

• Good IT and administration skills, including Microsoft Office and stock management systems.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently.

• Good understanding of construction site health and safety requirements

How To Apply

If you have experience in construction materials management and are looking for your next opportunity on a new-build residential development, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with details of your relevant experience.