About this role
Your new company You will be joining a five-star housebuilder with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality homes across the UK. The business combines industry expertise, modern technology and a customer-focused approach to deliver quality residential developments. The company offers a supportive and inclusive working environment where talented construction professionals can develop their careers and contribute to the delivery of much-needed new homes.
Your new role Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the commercial and surveying requirements of a residential development. You will manage and control project costs, budgets and valuations while ensuring the development meets its financial targets. You will also oversee subcontractor procurement, payments, variations and commercial reporting, ensuring full compliance with internal policies and procedures. Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing project budgets, valuations and estimated final costsProducing accurate cost and value reconciliation reportsMaintaining commercial control throughout the developmentPreparing weekly, monthly and quarterly commercial reportsCompiling site-start budgets in collaboration with internal departmentsCompleting detailed costings for each stage of the developmentMonitoring costs, cash flow and contingency allowancesLeading value-engineering exercises to achieve best valuePreparing tenders and procuring subcontractors, materials and servicesProducing subcontractor recommendations for approvalProcessing subcontractor orders, payments and variationsEvaluating and agreeing variations within agreed budgetary limitsUsing Excel and COINS to manage commercial information and paymentsPresenting valuations and commercial updates at project and divisional meetingsLiaising with site teams and subcontractors to maximise productivityEnsuring compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, health and safety legislation and relevant industry standardsRemaining informed about new materials and construction methods
What you'll need to succeed You will have previous quantity surveying experience within the housebuilding or residential construction sector, alongside a strong understanding of commercial management and cost-control procedures. You will also require:
Experience managing the commercial requirements of residential developmentsStrong knowledge of subcontractor procurement, payments and variationsThe ability to manage budgets, valuations and cost reporting accuratelyA good understanding of residential construction methods and materialsKnowledge of Building Regulations and NHBC requirementsStrong numerical, analytical and commercial skillsConfidence using Microsoft Excel and commercial management systemsExcellent communication and stakeholder-management skillsThe ability to work effectively with site, sales, technical and commercial teamsA proactive approach to value engineering and controlling project costsExperience using COINS would be advantageous. What you'll get in return
£40,000 - £60,000 DOEBonus schemeCompany car or cash allowancePrivate medical coverAnnual medical health assessment26 days' annual leave, increasing with continuous service up to 29 daysChoice of flexible benefitsEnhanced family-friendly policiesHybrid working where operationally appropriate
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