Procurement Apprentice
Costain Group Plc
Assist procurement team, engage suppliers, support sustainable purchasing and learn tender processes.
3 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Water
Energy
Defence
Road
Rail
Integrated Transport
Nuclear
Role
What you would be doing
data bank
quotation comparison
e1 ordering
procurement compliance
sustainability reporting
supplier engagement
- Be involved with supplier sustainability forums in sharing best practice with the wider Procurement Team.
- Create a bank of information of the sustainable supply chain activities and performance – case studies, reporting, data, information on lower carbon materials.
- Building and maintaining positive working relationships.
- Forge strong relationships with the supply chain through supplier and other relevant stakeholders’ engagement.
- Gain and maintain excellent communications with internal clients & supply chain to ensure the provision of an efficient, timely and high-quality procurement function
- Support the Procurement Team by enhancing processes and championing lean thinking throughout the supply chain and sustainable procurement strategy.
- Produce quotation comparisons and recommendations for internal review and audit purposes
- Work to improve supplier sustainability performance, and Coordinate with the rest of the procurement team to ensure sustainability aspects are incorporated appropriately into tenders and contracts.
- Act as the Procurement Teams contact with the Supply Chain Sustainability School by utilising their resources
- Ensure compliance with Costain and project Procurement procedures and processes
- Ensure approved requisitions are received prior to any procurement activities, accurate and timely material ordering via the E1 system
What you bring
security clearance
tendering
ucas points
gcses
travel
problem solving
- Candidates will be required to achieve appropriate security and medical clearances; these will be instigated on receiving a conditional offer of employment.
- Learn how to formulate and issue tender enquiries, respond to queries, compare tenders, negotiate terms, and place the final order
- Minimum of 96 UCAS Points, at A Level / T-Level, all subjects considered
- Vocational equivalents at level 3 or higher will also be considered as equivalent to UCAS points
- Works well within a team, but equally on your own.
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade 4/C in Mathematics, English Language & or Science/Engineering subject
- Please note that if you are invited to interview, we will require you to produce your passport and/or right to work documentation.
- An organised individual that can work well to deadlines.
- Functional Skills Level 2 will also be considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade 4/C
- Someone that enjoys challenges and problem solving in their day-to-day work Communicating clearly, both written and verbally.
- As some of our project sites are based in remote locations, it is worth noting that you will be required to have the ability to travel to the site.
- Someone who is creative with a keen interest in the latest technology.
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Security clearance- must obtain appropriate security and medical clearances.
- must provide passport and/or right‑to‑work documentation.
Company
Overview
Founded 1865
Year Established
Established in 1865, the company has over 150 years of experience in engineering and construction.
- A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
- Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
- Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
- Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
- Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
- Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
- Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.
5% reduced incidents
Safety improvement
Achieved a 5% reduction in workplace incidents over the past three years through comprehensive safety training and equipment upgrades.
100% renewable energy
Energy commitment
Committed to sourcing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy sources by 2025.
95% satisfaction rate
Customer loyalty
Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
50% engagement increase
Employee wellness
Increased employee engagement by 50% through initiatives focused on mental and physical wellbeing.
- Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
- Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
- Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
- Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
- Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
- Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better
38% Scope 1 Emissions
Carbon Reduction Target
Achieved a significant reduction in operational emissions compared to baseline.
80% HVO Fuel Mix
Sustainable Fuel Adoption
Increased the proportion of hydrotreated vegetable oil in the fuel mix.
10% Emission Intensity
Carbon Efficiency Improvement
Reduced emission intensity per revenue unit compared to baseline.
100% Renewable Electricity
Clean Energy Transition
All office energy consumption sourced from renewable tariff-backed providers.
- Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
- Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
- Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
- Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
- October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
- Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
- PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
- Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024
75% Participation
Best Companies Accreditation 2024
Achieved 'A Very Good Company to Work for' Best Companies one-star accreditation with 75% employee participation.
26 Weeks Leave
Enhanced Parental Leave Policy
Improved maternity and adoption leave to 26 weeks full pay, paternity leave to 8 weeks full pay, and introduced 5 days paid carers' leave.
46/50 Score
Considerate Constructors Scheme
Achieved an average score of 46/50 in Considerate Constructor Scheme contracts, exceeding the industry average of 41.
41% Spend
SME Contract Spend
41% of total contract spend (£650m) went to SMEs in 2024, exceeding the UK Government's 33% target.
- Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
- Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
- Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce
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