Summary We are looking for an Estate Management Officer to join the Let Estate Management team who will be based at Hughenden Manor, and principally working across the Hughenden and Stowe Portfolios in Buckinghamshire. In addition to this you will support other estates based in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire & Berkshire where necessary. You'll provide technical support for the let estate (comprising residential, commercial and agricultural properties), taking responsibility for elements of its management, maintaining excellent systems and processes alongside data analysis, to support the efficient running of the estates. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering a salary of £34,000 per annum. We support hybrid working; a combination of home and site/office working. What it's like to work here You will be part of a dynamic team consisting of estate managers, rural surveyors, building surveyor, building supervisors, letting officer and an estate management officer. You will be involved with a diverse range of historic buildings on our residential, commercial and agricultural let estate portfolios located predominantly across Buckinghamshire. As well as working as a key player within your team, you will also have the opportunity to work with other Estate Management Officers across the London & South East region and help shape our ways of working. The management of our tenancies and assets, together with the relationships we have with our tenants, underpins our national £50m+ annual rental income and is absolutely essential to the delivery of our conservation work. The National Trust is the UK's biggest private landowner and you will support with the management of the properties it owns and protects. What you'll be doing Customer Service will be a vital part of your role in order to build and maintain relationships across the portfolios with tenants and colleagues. You will provide a professional support service to the Estate Managers for the management of the residential, commercial and agricultural portfolios including managing key performance indicators, completion of compliance tasks and undertaking data analysis and management. With a large portfolio of properties, you will be involved with residential re-lets, marketing, property inspections and low complexity rent reviews. Responding to requests for information, credit checks, schedules of conditions, producing GIS plans, drafting basic legal documentation and advice. From time to time you will assist with, or when appropriate, leading on low complexity property renovations. You will work closely with the building supervisor and building surveyor and be central in supporting the processing of property repairs including raising purchase orders and administration of documentation. Working as part of a wider team you'll help to care for and manage our land and buildings by supporting the delivery of the Estate Management Plans, cyclical work and wider National Trust conservation aims. Who we're looking for You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. This is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role, we'd love to hear from you if you have: A strong data management and analytical skills including to gather and interpret management information to support Estate Managers, Building Surveyors and Buildings Supervisors An understanding of residential lettings and property management including refurbishment alongside knowledge of the rural and building surveying environment Some understanding of the local letting market An understanding of the legislation relating to land and property including drafting licences and other legal agreements to support Estate Managers The ability to work as part of a team to achieve the best results, demonstrating best practice and sharing ideas and thinking The ability to develop and maintain data, systems and processes to support the effective management of the let and built estate Excellent IT, verbal and written communication skills Good consulting skills of listening, building trust and acting to deliver a high quality service Strong customer service skills whilst liaising with our tenants, partners and stakeholders. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 20, 2024
Full time
Summary We are looking for an Estate Management Officer to join the Let Estate Management team who will be based at Hughenden Manor, and principally working across the Hughenden and Stowe Portfolios in Buckinghamshire. In addition to this you will support other estates based in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire & Berkshire where necessary. You'll provide technical support for the let estate (comprising residential, commercial and agricultural properties), taking responsibility for elements of its management, maintaining excellent systems and processes alongside data analysis, to support the efficient running of the estates. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering a salary of £34,000 per annum. We support hybrid working; a combination of home and site/office working. What it's like to work here You will be part of a dynamic team consisting of estate managers, rural surveyors, building surveyor, building supervisors, letting officer and an estate management officer. You will be involved with a diverse range of historic buildings on our residential, commercial and agricultural let estate portfolios located predominantly across Buckinghamshire. As well as working as a key player within your team, you will also have the opportunity to work with other Estate Management Officers across the London & South East region and help shape our ways of working. The management of our tenancies and assets, together with the relationships we have with our tenants, underpins our national £50m+ annual rental income and is absolutely essential to the delivery of our conservation work. The National Trust is the UK's biggest private landowner and you will support with the management of the properties it owns and protects. What you'll be doing Customer Service will be a vital part of your role in order to build and maintain relationships across the portfolios with tenants and colleagues. You will provide a professional support service to the Estate Managers for the management of the residential, commercial and agricultural portfolios including managing key performance indicators, completion of compliance tasks and undertaking data analysis and management. With a large portfolio of properties, you will be involved with residential re-lets, marketing, property inspections and low complexity rent reviews. Responding to requests for information, credit checks, schedules of conditions, producing GIS plans, drafting basic legal documentation and advice. From time to time you will assist with, or when appropriate, leading on low complexity property renovations. You will work closely with the building supervisor and building surveyor and be central in supporting the processing of property repairs including raising purchase orders and administration of documentation. Working as part of a wider team you'll help to care for and manage our land and buildings by supporting the delivery of the Estate Management Plans, cyclical work and wider National Trust conservation aims. Who we're looking for You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. This is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role, we'd love to hear from you if you have: A strong data management and analytical skills including to gather and interpret management information to support Estate Managers, Building Surveyors and Buildings Supervisors An understanding of residential lettings and property management including refurbishment alongside knowledge of the rural and building surveying environment Some understanding of the local letting market An understanding of the legislation relating to land and property including drafting licences and other legal agreements to support Estate Managers The ability to work as part of a team to achieve the best results, demonstrating best practice and sharing ideas and thinking The ability to develop and maintain data, systems and processes to support the effective management of the let and built estate Excellent IT, verbal and written communication skills Good consulting skills of listening, building trust and acting to deliver a high quality service Strong customer service skills whilst liaising with our tenants, partners and stakeholders. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Summary We're looking for an experienced fundraiser to join our team to support a wide range of high value projects and programmes. You'll give advice, support projects, and generate income from a variety of funders for National Trust predominantly in the eastern part of the Midlands & East of England. What it's like to work here You'll be part of the Trust's internal consultancy: a flexible resource of specialist skills and expertise. As one of a multidisciplinary team of experts, including curators, archaeologists, building surveyors and project managers, you'll be working with others to help make things happen. Your contractual place of work will be the flexible depending on location, at one of our hubs or properties in the region. Our hybrid working policy means you can balance office and home working with site visits and meetings at other National Trust places. We'll talk about this in more detail at interview, but you should expect to be at a National Trust site for 40-60% of your working week. Travel will be required to the places that you will be supporting, including attendance at regional and national events throughout the year. What you'll be doing You'll join our regional Grants & Philanthropy Team to help grow income through fundraising. You'll work alongside consultancy and operational colleagues to build and influence relationships with statutory funders, donors, trusts and foundations to support the delivery of our strategic ambitions. You'll support some of our most inspiring properties to reach stretching targets through a range of fundraising income streams. You'll support priority properties by developing and writing grant applications for major projects, by being embedded in the project team working with a variety of specialists including curators, marketing, archaeology and many others. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: experienced in developing and writing grant applications adept at generating significant income from a range of grant funders expert at building a compelling case for support able to nurture relationships with grant funders and partner organisations a skilled communicator, who can build strong relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally a flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions proactive and organised, with experience of managing projects and a talent for multi-tasking and getting things done, strongly focused on detail, quality, cost and time a leader for inclusion, who finds ways to create an inclusive culture. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 20, 2024
Full time
Summary We're looking for an experienced fundraiser to join our team to support a wide range of high value projects and programmes. You'll give advice, support projects, and generate income from a variety of funders for National Trust predominantly in the eastern part of the Midlands & East of England. What it's like to work here You'll be part of the Trust's internal consultancy: a flexible resource of specialist skills and expertise. As one of a multidisciplinary team of experts, including curators, archaeologists, building surveyors and project managers, you'll be working with others to help make things happen. Your contractual place of work will be the flexible depending on location, at one of our hubs or properties in the region. Our hybrid working policy means you can balance office and home working with site visits and meetings at other National Trust places. We'll talk about this in more detail at interview, but you should expect to be at a National Trust site for 40-60% of your working week. Travel will be required to the places that you will be supporting, including attendance at regional and national events throughout the year. What you'll be doing You'll join our regional Grants & Philanthropy Team to help grow income through fundraising. You'll work alongside consultancy and operational colleagues to build and influence relationships with statutory funders, donors, trusts and foundations to support the delivery of our strategic ambitions. You'll support some of our most inspiring properties to reach stretching targets through a range of fundraising income streams. You'll support priority properties by developing and writing grant applications for major projects, by being embedded in the project team working with a variety of specialists including curators, marketing, archaeology and many others. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: experienced in developing and writing grant applications adept at generating significant income from a range of grant funders expert at building a compelling case for support able to nurture relationships with grant funders and partner organisations a skilled communicator, who can build strong relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally a flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions proactive and organised, with experience of managing projects and a talent for multi-tasking and getting things done, strongly focused on detail, quality, cost and time a leader for inclusion, who finds ways to create an inclusive culture. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Installation Surveyor required. Our client has been providing buildings support to local authorities, social landlords, NHS trusts and private sector clients for over 40 years Successful candidates will be responsible for the accurate surveying of properties, capturing all relevant data electrically to ensure appropriate decisions are made in respect of repairs and maintenance, actively resulting i click apply for full job details
May 20, 2024
Full time
Installation Surveyor required. Our client has been providing buildings support to local authorities, social landlords, NHS trusts and private sector clients for over 40 years Successful candidates will be responsible for the accurate surveying of properties, capturing all relevant data electrically to ensure appropriate decisions are made in respect of repairs and maintenance, actively resulting i click apply for full job details
Job Title: Planned Works Surveyor Location: Bristol Contract Type: Permanent Salary : 43,575 This is in opportunity to join a well-respected housing association and their planned works team as a Planned Works Surveyor. This role facilitates the delivery of the Disposal Strategy through reactive and proactive option appraisals to ensure the homes prioritise the health and wellbeing of the residents. The benefits of taking the Planned Works Surveyor contract: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays 700 flexible wellbeing benefit Hybrid working 6.16% pension contribution, plus life insurance The role of Planned Works Surveyor role: Facilitate delivery of the Disposal Strategy through reactive option appraisals of void homes that no longer make a positive contribution to the organisation and are not of a quality. Leading the Option Appraisal Panel and present the findings and outcome of the option appraisals. Provide accurate analysis and specification of works and costs to provide detailed evidence for the Option Appraisal report. Be able to interrogate systems data to provide historic repairs information for the Option Appraisal Report and use building pathology to interpret future investment requirements including zero carbon investment needs. To be successful in the role of Planned Works Surveyor: Degree, HNC, HND, BTEC HND, in a building discipline or relevant experience and training. Experience working as a social housing or residential property surveyor Excellent knowledge and understanding of: Building and housing regulations and legislation. Landlords' statutory repair, maintenance and health and safety responsibilities including fire risk. If you would like to apply for the Planned Works Surveyor role please send your CV to (url removed), or call on (phone number removed) I look forward to hearing from you!
May 20, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Planned Works Surveyor Location: Bristol Contract Type: Permanent Salary : 43,575 This is in opportunity to join a well-respected housing association and their planned works team as a Planned Works Surveyor. This role facilitates the delivery of the Disposal Strategy through reactive and proactive option appraisals to ensure the homes prioritise the health and wellbeing of the residents. The benefits of taking the Planned Works Surveyor contract: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays 700 flexible wellbeing benefit Hybrid working 6.16% pension contribution, plus life insurance The role of Planned Works Surveyor role: Facilitate delivery of the Disposal Strategy through reactive option appraisals of void homes that no longer make a positive contribution to the organisation and are not of a quality. Leading the Option Appraisal Panel and present the findings and outcome of the option appraisals. Provide accurate analysis and specification of works and costs to provide detailed evidence for the Option Appraisal report. Be able to interrogate systems data to provide historic repairs information for the Option Appraisal Report and use building pathology to interpret future investment requirements including zero carbon investment needs. To be successful in the role of Planned Works Surveyor: Degree, HNC, HND, BTEC HND, in a building discipline or relevant experience and training. Experience working as a social housing or residential property surveyor Excellent knowledge and understanding of: Building and housing regulations and legislation. Landlords' statutory repair, maintenance and health and safety responsibilities including fire risk. If you would like to apply for the Planned Works Surveyor role please send your CV to (url removed), or call on (phone number removed) I look forward to hearing from you!
Our clienta dynamic and forward-thinking building consultancy who are dedicated to leading the charge in decarbonisation efforts within the North West region are currently hiring for a Freelance Project Building Surveyor. Their focus lies in transforming local authority properties through innovative solutions such as heat pump installations, solar panels, and window replacements click apply for full job details
May 19, 2024
Contractor
Our clienta dynamic and forward-thinking building consultancy who are dedicated to leading the charge in decarbonisation efforts within the North West region are currently hiring for a Freelance Project Building Surveyor. Their focus lies in transforming local authority properties through innovative solutions such as heat pump installations, solar panels, and window replacements click apply for full job details
Our client, an award-winning international construction consultancy, is currently seeking a talented and motivated Associate Building Surveyor to join their team in Leeds. As an Associate Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for leading a team of surveyors and overseeing various projects from inception to completion, particularly office and retail projects. Responsibilities of Associate Building Surveyor: Managing and overseeing building surveying projects, including new construction, refurbishment, and maintenance works Conducting building surveys, inspections, and defect analysis Providing high-quality technical advice to clients and stakeholders Managing budgets, resources, and schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget Leading and mentoring a team of surveyors Business development Requirements of the Associate Building Surveyor: MRICS qualified with a minimum of 5 years' experience in building surveying Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good knowledge of building regulations and construction legislation Proven track record of delivering high-quality building surveying services Full UK driving licence On offer for the Associate Building Surveyor: Salary 60,000 - 65,000 25 days of holiday Life assurance and private medical insurance 5% pension contribution Cycle to work scheme and gym discounts Next steps: Click apply today and our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Max Condie, will contact you to discuss the details of this opportunity in more depth.
May 19, 2024
Full time
Our client, an award-winning international construction consultancy, is currently seeking a talented and motivated Associate Building Surveyor to join their team in Leeds. As an Associate Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for leading a team of surveyors and overseeing various projects from inception to completion, particularly office and retail projects. Responsibilities of Associate Building Surveyor: Managing and overseeing building surveying projects, including new construction, refurbishment, and maintenance works Conducting building surveys, inspections, and defect analysis Providing high-quality technical advice to clients and stakeholders Managing budgets, resources, and schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget Leading and mentoring a team of surveyors Business development Requirements of the Associate Building Surveyor: MRICS qualified with a minimum of 5 years' experience in building surveying Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good knowledge of building regulations and construction legislation Proven track record of delivering high-quality building surveying services Full UK driving licence On offer for the Associate Building Surveyor: Salary 60,000 - 65,000 25 days of holiday Life assurance and private medical insurance 5% pension contribution Cycle to work scheme and gym discounts Next steps: Click apply today and our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Max Condie, will contact you to discuss the details of this opportunity in more depth.
A dynamic and prestigious Construction Consultancy is actively seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Construction Project Manager to enhance their Bath-based team. This opportunity opens the door to engaging in a spectrum of complex, multi-stakeholder projects that span across diverse sectors such as residential, education, commercial, hotel, heritage, hospitality, and retail. The Construction Project Manager Role The successful Construction Project Manager will become an integral part of a forward-thinking team, where their expertise will significantly impact the delivery of various projects. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of projects, demonstrating adeptness in navigating through contracts, and ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards. The Construction Project Manager will work closely with clients and stakeholders, ensuring their visions are transformed into reality, thereby contributing to the consultancy's legacy of excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members. Navigate complex contracts with proficiency, ensuring all projects comply with legal and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met. Employ creative and proactive problem-solving skills to overcome project challenges. The Construction Project Manager Holds a degree in Construction Project Management or a related field, demonstrating a solid foundation in the principles of project management within the construction industry. Professional chartership is highly regarded but not essential, reflecting a commitment to professional development and excellence. Brings substantial consultancy experience, particularly within the Hotels, Hospitality, Education, or Heritage sectors, showcasing the ability to manage diverse project requirements. Exhibits a proactive and creative approach to project management, coupled with a friendly and down-to-earth character, enabling effective teamwork and client relations. In Return? £40,000 - £50,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Hybrid Working Variation of project portfolio Pension Plan Private Healthcare Cycle to work scheme Flexible working arrangements Company phone and laptop Car allowance Supportive team culture Regular socials Birthday off Clear progression pathway If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Jess Farrell at Brandon James. Reference Project Management / Project Manager / Construction Consultancy / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / APC
May 19, 2024
Full time
A dynamic and prestigious Construction Consultancy is actively seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Construction Project Manager to enhance their Bath-based team. This opportunity opens the door to engaging in a spectrum of complex, multi-stakeholder projects that span across diverse sectors such as residential, education, commercial, hotel, heritage, hospitality, and retail. The Construction Project Manager Role The successful Construction Project Manager will become an integral part of a forward-thinking team, where their expertise will significantly impact the delivery of various projects. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of projects, demonstrating adeptness in navigating through contracts, and ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards. The Construction Project Manager will work closely with clients and stakeholders, ensuring their visions are transformed into reality, thereby contributing to the consultancy's legacy of excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members. Navigate complex contracts with proficiency, ensuring all projects comply with legal and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met. Employ creative and proactive problem-solving skills to overcome project challenges. The Construction Project Manager Holds a degree in Construction Project Management or a related field, demonstrating a solid foundation in the principles of project management within the construction industry. Professional chartership is highly regarded but not essential, reflecting a commitment to professional development and excellence. Brings substantial consultancy experience, particularly within the Hotels, Hospitality, Education, or Heritage sectors, showcasing the ability to manage diverse project requirements. Exhibits a proactive and creative approach to project management, coupled with a friendly and down-to-earth character, enabling effective teamwork and client relations. In Return? £40,000 - £50,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Hybrid Working Variation of project portfolio Pension Plan Private Healthcare Cycle to work scheme Flexible working arrangements Company phone and laptop Car allowance Supportive team culture Regular socials Birthday off Clear progression pathway If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Jess Farrell at Brandon James. Reference Project Management / Project Manager / Construction Consultancy / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / APC
A distinguished Construction Consultancy based in Sheffield is currently seeking a dynamic and innovative Construction Project Manager to join their expanding team. This prestigious firm is known for its commitment to delivering bespoke solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects within the commercial and residential sectors. By fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration, the consultancy ensures the achievement of exceptional outcomes for their clients. The Construction Project Manager Role In the role of Construction Project Manager, you will be entrusted with a pivotal position that demands a proactive and client-focused approach. Your responsibilities will include: Tailoring bespoke solutions to meet the unique needs of each project, ensuring the delivery of high-quality outcomes. Working closely with clients to promote transparency and facilitate rapid decision-making, which is crucial for the successful completion of projects. Leveraging your expertise to manage projects across both the commercial and residential sectors, thereby contributing to the consultancy's reputation for excellence. The Construction Project Manager Be a member of, or working towards membership of, the RICS, CIOB, or APM, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards. Have extensive experience in a comparable role within a construction consultancy, showcasing a track record of success in project management. Possess experience with either or both JCT and NEC contracts, highlighting a thorough understanding of contractual obligations and project delivery mechanisms. Be confident in bringing on new clients, projects, and creative ideas, contributing to the growth and innovation of the consultancy. Be articulate, client-facing, and commercially aware, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Have the capability to commute to and from project sites, ensuring effective on-ground project management and oversight. In Return? £46,000 - £56,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Private Medical Car Allowance Cycle to work scheme Charity donations Critical illness insurance Dental insurance Electric vehicle scheme Employee Assistance Programme Discount benefits across retail, holidays etc Fitness funding Eyecare vouchers Gadget insurance Life assurance Generous pension Income Protection Season ticket loans If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Jess Farrell at Brandon James. Reference Project Management / Senior Project Manager / Construction Consultancy / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / APC
May 19, 2024
Full time
A distinguished Construction Consultancy based in Sheffield is currently seeking a dynamic and innovative Construction Project Manager to join their expanding team. This prestigious firm is known for its commitment to delivering bespoke solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects within the commercial and residential sectors. By fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration, the consultancy ensures the achievement of exceptional outcomes for their clients. The Construction Project Manager Role In the role of Construction Project Manager, you will be entrusted with a pivotal position that demands a proactive and client-focused approach. Your responsibilities will include: Tailoring bespoke solutions to meet the unique needs of each project, ensuring the delivery of high-quality outcomes. Working closely with clients to promote transparency and facilitate rapid decision-making, which is crucial for the successful completion of projects. Leveraging your expertise to manage projects across both the commercial and residential sectors, thereby contributing to the consultancy's reputation for excellence. The Construction Project Manager Be a member of, or working towards membership of, the RICS, CIOB, or APM, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards. Have extensive experience in a comparable role within a construction consultancy, showcasing a track record of success in project management. Possess experience with either or both JCT and NEC contracts, highlighting a thorough understanding of contractual obligations and project delivery mechanisms. Be confident in bringing on new clients, projects, and creative ideas, contributing to the growth and innovation of the consultancy. Be articulate, client-facing, and commercially aware, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Have the capability to commute to and from project sites, ensuring effective on-ground project management and oversight. In Return? £46,000 - £56,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Private Medical Car Allowance Cycle to work scheme Charity donations Critical illness insurance Dental insurance Electric vehicle scheme Employee Assistance Programme Discount benefits across retail, holidays etc Fitness funding Eyecare vouchers Gadget insurance Life assurance Generous pension Income Protection Season ticket loans If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Jess Farrell at Brandon James. Reference Project Management / Senior Project Manager / Construction Consultancy / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / APC
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to New build Residential Developments. You will focus to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree in Surveying, Building or similar Candidates will have experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer, specifically on new build developments. At least 5 years' experience working within a residential house builder A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Must be proficient with Coins IT system & Viewpoint document management system. Candidates should have excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Desirable - A member of or working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Completion of Subcontract orders and variations Collating and issuing tender packs for sub-contractor work packages. Negotiation and analysis of Sub contractor work packages. Subcontract payments, variations, and final accounts. Dealing with HA Accounts and submitting payment applications Creating Cost Plan - Site Start Budgets in line with procedures Dealing with Customer extra payments and orders. Completing Bi-Monthly CVRS and cost reporting. Liaising and producing tracking reports on Fees and Prelims Attending site project meetings - Monthly - Onsite Controlling the Commercial Function of the developments at PRMs Producing Scope of Works for Subcontract Packages Working closely with the Buyers to incorporate orders within to Site Start Budgets and CVR Producing tender analysis for subcontract work packages. Cost reporting and budget control The successful candidate will report to all senior members of the commercial department. Ensure compliance with the Company's Quantity Assurance Procedures and Health & Safety Policy. Where possible to look for areas of cost savings whilst projects are live. Liaise with all other Departments to ensure cost effective delivery of the Regions budgeted output. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to New build Residential Developments. You will focus to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree in Surveying, Building or similar Candidates will have experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer, specifically on new build developments. At least 5 years' experience working within a residential house builder A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Must be proficient with Coins IT system & Viewpoint document management system. Candidates should have excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Desirable - A member of or working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Completion of Subcontract orders and variations Collating and issuing tender packs for sub-contractor work packages. Negotiation and analysis of Sub contractor work packages. Subcontract payments, variations, and final accounts. Dealing with HA Accounts and submitting payment applications Creating Cost Plan - Site Start Budgets in line with procedures Dealing with Customer extra payments and orders. Completing Bi-Monthly CVRS and cost reporting. Liaising and producing tracking reports on Fees and Prelims Attending site project meetings - Monthly - Onsite Controlling the Commercial Function of the developments at PRMs Producing Scope of Works for Subcontract Packages Working closely with the Buyers to incorporate orders within to Site Start Budgets and CVR Producing tender analysis for subcontract work packages. Cost reporting and budget control The successful candidate will report to all senior members of the commercial department. Ensure compliance with the Company's Quantity Assurance Procedures and Health & Safety Policy. Where possible to look for areas of cost savings whilst projects are live. Liaise with all other Departments to ensure cost effective delivery of the Regions budgeted output. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry East London, at our office in Warley, Essex. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry East London, at our office in Warley, Essex. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol, at our Emerson Green office in Bristol. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for being the commercial lead for mixed tenure developments. You must have experience of successfully delivering major open market affordable and contracting housing schemes with values in excess of £5m. This is a senior role and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer. You must be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors. You will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment; be totally comfortable working in and managing a team; and possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully play an important role within the commercial and site teams. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality BSC Hons Quantity Surveying or equivalent Proven experience with either a Main Contractor or developer Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience Sub-contract payment recommendation Sub-contract Order recommendation Interim valuation submission and final account recommendation Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on-site environment Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience. Entrepreneurial ability to optimize profit in a continually changing environment. Well developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills. Be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors within the region The successful candidate will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment. Possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully lead commercial activities on site. Driven by their own ability to affect the outcome of the project and achieves job satisfaction by delivering strong results. Able to successfully communicate, create rapport and form working relationships with members of the project, sub-contractors and management team. Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - Membership of an industry recognized professional body (CIOB, RICS, CInstCES). Training of and understanding of COINs Training of and understanding of 4p (Viewpoint) Management of Assistant Surveyor / Trainee Surveyor Experience of COINS More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Strive to optimise the profitability of the contracts. Ensure that the contracts achieve the optimum cashflow position. Completion and compliance with required contract documentation including Performance Bonds, Parent Company Guarantees and Warranties. Ensure that all contract documentation and sub-contract documentation is completed and stored centrally. Compliance with commercial and company procedures through the Business Management System. Presenting and agreeing the external valuation with the client's representative. Pricing and agreeing variations with the client's representative. Prepare and manage key and large risk subcontract accounts from inception to final accounts. Subcontract procurement strategy and implementation. Ensure the procurement of sub-contractors is in line with the Vistry Business Management System and that the packages cover the scope of the works. Check and ensure compliance and issuing of timely Payment and Pay less notices to Subcontractors. Control, monitor and improve commercial processes by establishing objectives and targets for the Contract teams. Preparing monthly CVR reports for presentation to the Business Unit Management. Prepare monthly reports and present to Joint Venture Partners & Clients. Monitoring risk and opportunity schedules and managing risk from Commencement to Completion. Contribute to management of life of site cost & revenue forecasts across multi-phase developments. As part of project team, help shape long term delivery strategy for project Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Managing and undertake the personal development reviews of associated surveying resources, including training. Ensure a proactive approach to dispute avoidance. Ensure company health and safety standards and procedures are followed throughout the team Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol, at our Emerson Green office in Bristol. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for being the commercial lead for mixed tenure developments. You must have experience of successfully delivering major open market affordable and contracting housing schemes with values in excess of £5m. This is a senior role and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer. You must be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors. You will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment; be totally comfortable working in and managing a team; and possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully play an important role within the commercial and site teams. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality BSC Hons Quantity Surveying or equivalent Proven experience with either a Main Contractor or developer Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience Sub-contract payment recommendation Sub-contract Order recommendation Interim valuation submission and final account recommendation Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on-site environment Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience. Entrepreneurial ability to optimize profit in a continually changing environment. Well developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills. Be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors within the region The successful candidate will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment. Possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully lead commercial activities on site. Driven by their own ability to affect the outcome of the project and achieves job satisfaction by delivering strong results. Able to successfully communicate, create rapport and form working relationships with members of the project, sub-contractors and management team. Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - Membership of an industry recognized professional body (CIOB, RICS, CInstCES). Training of and understanding of COINs Training of and understanding of 4p (Viewpoint) Management of Assistant Surveyor / Trainee Surveyor Experience of COINS More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Strive to optimise the profitability of the contracts. Ensure that the contracts achieve the optimum cashflow position. Completion and compliance with required contract documentation including Performance Bonds, Parent Company Guarantees and Warranties. Ensure that all contract documentation and sub-contract documentation is completed and stored centrally. Compliance with commercial and company procedures through the Business Management System. Presenting and agreeing the external valuation with the client's representative. Pricing and agreeing variations with the client's representative. Prepare and manage key and large risk subcontract accounts from inception to final accounts. Subcontract procurement strategy and implementation. Ensure the procurement of sub-contractors is in line with the Vistry Business Management System and that the packages cover the scope of the works. Check and ensure compliance and issuing of timely Payment and Pay less notices to Subcontractors. Control, monitor and improve commercial processes by establishing objectives and targets for the Contract teams. Preparing monthly CVR reports for presentation to the Business Unit Management. Prepare monthly reports and present to Joint Venture Partners & Clients. Monitoring risk and opportunity schedules and managing risk from Commencement to Completion. Contribute to management of life of site cost & revenue forecasts across multi-phase developments. As part of project team, help shape long term delivery strategy for project Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Managing and undertake the personal development reviews of associated surveying resources, including training. Ensure a proactive approach to dispute avoidance. Ensure company health and safety standards and procedures are followed throughout the team Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
We have a great opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol, at our Emerson Green office in Briistol. As our Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for encouraging and creating a teamwork culture throughout, recognising the responsibilities of the Line Management Structure, whereby opportunities are maximised and problems are identified and resolved to the overall benefit of the team and the company. You will take responsibility for the Quantity Surveying functions and assist in the procurement of subcontracts on contracts allocated by the Commercial Managers from award through to the agreement of the final account. You will maximise profitability having regard to client/subcontractor relations and the companies strategic objectives with regard to repeat business, the Partnering Ethic, and the risk / reward philosophy. You will participate in the management of the team including assisting in recruitment, providing direction, leadership, together with training and development requirements of Quantity Surveyors reporting to the job holder. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree qualified and member of the RICS or CIOB (or moving towards professional membership). The successful candidate will have experience of working within the Construction industry, specifically on mixed use residential developments including Extra Care. Previous experience at Senior or Managing QS or Commercial Manager level is essential for the role. Sub-contract Payment recommendation Sub-contract Order recommendation Interim Valuation submission and Final Account recommendation Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on-site environment Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - Training of and understanding of COINs Training of and understanding of 4p (Viewpoint) More about the Managing Quantity Surveyor role Maximise recovery through Clients and Subcontractors accounts. Optimise cash flow through external valuations and control of subcontractor accounts. Provide assistance to Financial Department in the recovery of outstanding monies. Monitor and facilitate the recovery of retention and the like. Ensure correct contractual procedures are operated for both Main Contracts and Subcontracts. Monitor that subcontract conditions are 'Back to Back' with main contract conditions or with maximum risk transfer. Provide pre-contract advice to Estimating Department related to amended Terms and Conditions of Main contracts and resource availability for forward workload Claims preparation and recovery Provide monthly Cost Value Reports and monthly Margin Analysis in conjunction with Line Management Forecast Out-turn Margin/Commercial Analysis / programme / progress in conjunction with Line Management and review monthly. Forecast contract turnover in conjunction with Line Management and adjust as necessary. Training and development Motivate, plan, co-ordinate, maintain and develop staff to undertake current and prospective workloads. Participate and actively encourage both Company training courses and on the job training. Responsibility for RICS / CIOB training requirements with specific responsibility for certain APC candidates. Monitor and record individual performances on an ongoing basis together with annual appraisals. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol, at our Emerson Green office in Briistol. As our Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for encouraging and creating a teamwork culture throughout, recognising the responsibilities of the Line Management Structure, whereby opportunities are maximised and problems are identified and resolved to the overall benefit of the team and the company. You will take responsibility for the Quantity Surveying functions and assist in the procurement of subcontracts on contracts allocated by the Commercial Managers from award through to the agreement of the final account. You will maximise profitability having regard to client/subcontractor relations and the companies strategic objectives with regard to repeat business, the Partnering Ethic, and the risk / reward philosophy. You will participate in the management of the team including assisting in recruitment, providing direction, leadership, together with training and development requirements of Quantity Surveyors reporting to the job holder. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree qualified and member of the RICS or CIOB (or moving towards professional membership). The successful candidate will have experience of working within the Construction industry, specifically on mixed use residential developments including Extra Care. Previous experience at Senior or Managing QS or Commercial Manager level is essential for the role. Sub-contract Payment recommendation Sub-contract Order recommendation Interim Valuation submission and Final Account recommendation Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on-site environment Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - Training of and understanding of COINs Training of and understanding of 4p (Viewpoint) More about the Managing Quantity Surveyor role Maximise recovery through Clients and Subcontractors accounts. Optimise cash flow through external valuations and control of subcontractor accounts. Provide assistance to Financial Department in the recovery of outstanding monies. Monitor and facilitate the recovery of retention and the like. Ensure correct contractual procedures are operated for both Main Contracts and Subcontracts. Monitor that subcontract conditions are 'Back to Back' with main contract conditions or with maximum risk transfer. Provide pre-contract advice to Estimating Department related to amended Terms and Conditions of Main contracts and resource availability for forward workload Claims preparation and recovery Provide monthly Cost Value Reports and monthly Margin Analysis in conjunction with Line Management Forecast Out-turn Margin/Commercial Analysis / programme / progress in conjunction with Line Management and review monthly. Forecast contract turnover in conjunction with Line Management and adjust as necessary. Training and development Motivate, plan, co-ordinate, maintain and develop staff to undertake current and prospective workloads. Participate and actively encourage both Company training courses and on the job training. Responsibility for RICS / CIOB training requirements with specific responsibility for certain APC candidates. Monitor and record individual performances on an ongoing basis together with annual appraisals. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
We have a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol North East, at our office in Bristol. As our Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to our projects. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance margin and value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments and final account settlement. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC in Surveying or Construction or equivalent Experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Strong mathematical ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINs user experience Enthusiasm Flexibility Able to work within a busy team and under pressure Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable HND or higher qualification Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification. National House builder experience Different methods of construction ie Timber Frame More about the Quantity Surveyor role Collating and issuing tender packs for sub-contractor work packages Negotiation and analysis of Sub contractor tender returns Producing tender analysis for sub contract work packages Completion of Sub Contract orders and variations Subcontract payments, variations and final accounts Completing Monthly CVRs and cost reporting Cost reporting and budget control Attending site project meetings Responsible for project lead with HA, including prepare and issue monthly HA valuations, cash flow forecasts, key date trackers Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol North East, at our office in Bristol. As our Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to our projects. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance margin and value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments and final account settlement. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC in Surveying or Construction or equivalent Experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Strong mathematical ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINs user experience Enthusiasm Flexibility Able to work within a busy team and under pressure Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable HND or higher qualification Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification. National House builder experience Different methods of construction ie Timber Frame More about the Quantity Surveyor role Collating and issuing tender packs for sub-contractor work packages Negotiation and analysis of Sub contractor tender returns Producing tender analysis for sub contract work packages Completion of Sub Contract orders and variations Subcontract payments, variations and final accounts Completing Monthly CVRs and cost reporting Cost reporting and budget control Attending site project meetings Responsible for project lead with HA, including prepare and issue monthly HA valuations, cash flow forecasts, key date trackers Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Easy Anglia, at our office in Peterborough. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Easy Anglia, at our office in Peterborough. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Services. As our Quantity Surveyor working within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team you will deliver a range of cost control and financial reporting duties covering all aspects of construction work undertaken by the Company. You will seek to improve upon individual performance in all aspects of procedures to achieve higher efficiency and profitability. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Experience in quantity surveying and be knowledgeable in all areas of construction techniques and mixed-tenure schemes You will possess a high level of mathematical ability and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and logical approach to your work; a proficient use of Microsoft Excel is essential for the role Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to learn new computer systems such as Xpedeon (Payments & Cost reporting), Viewpoint/4Projects (document storage and tender preparation) Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a wider team You will be able to effectively manage your own workload to meet set deadlines You will have the ability to influence others within the business to ensure that best practices are shared to aid the Group in achieving its overall objectives You will have a thorough understanding of Surveying and Estimating, with a specific and in-depth knowledge of preparing realistic construction budgets You will have a good understanding of strategic objectives and targeting financial return, with the ability to understand and manipulate complex financial models You will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, with the use of Microsoft Excel at a proficient level an essential requirement Working with procure to pay/cost reporting and document storage systems, such as COINS or Agresso, ideally Xpedeon. More about the Quantity Surveyor role Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender Documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extras Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs) Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Liaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessary Attend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as required Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Services. As our Quantity Surveyor working within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team you will deliver a range of cost control and financial reporting duties covering all aspects of construction work undertaken by the Company. You will seek to improve upon individual performance in all aspects of procedures to achieve higher efficiency and profitability. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Experience in quantity surveying and be knowledgeable in all areas of construction techniques and mixed-tenure schemes You will possess a high level of mathematical ability and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and logical approach to your work; a proficient use of Microsoft Excel is essential for the role Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to learn new computer systems such as Xpedeon (Payments & Cost reporting), Viewpoint/4Projects (document storage and tender preparation) Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a wider team You will be able to effectively manage your own workload to meet set deadlines You will have the ability to influence others within the business to ensure that best practices are shared to aid the Group in achieving its overall objectives You will have a thorough understanding of Surveying and Estimating, with a specific and in-depth knowledge of preparing realistic construction budgets You will have a good understanding of strategic objectives and targeting financial return, with the ability to understand and manipulate complex financial models You will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, with the use of Microsoft Excel at a proficient level an essential requirement Working with procure to pay/cost reporting and document storage systems, such as COINS or Agresso, ideally Xpedeon. More about the Quantity Surveyor role Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender Documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extras Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs) Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Liaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessary Attend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as required Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Devon South West, at our office in Exeter, Devon. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
May 19, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Devon South West, at our office in Exeter, Devon. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
A prestigious Construction Consultancy, known for its commitment to excellence, is currently seeking a proficient and motivated Construction Project Manager to strengthen their team in North London. This role offers the chance to be part of a distinguished company, renowned for delivering top-tier construction services. The Construction Project Manager Role The appointed Construction Project Manager will initially take charge of a £4 million social housing project. This pivotal role offers an excellent platform to manage a wide range of construction projects across various sectors in the future. Responsibilities include: Supervising the £4 million social housing project, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance. Collaborating with two Senior Project Managers to gain comprehensive insights and experience, paving the way for handling a more diverse project portfolio. Overseeing projects from inception to completion, involving both office-based planning and on-site execution. Maintaining a weekly balance of office and on-site presence to ensure effective project management and flawless execution. Engaging with clients, contractors, and team members to ensure smooth operations and top-tier project completion. The Construction Project Manager MRICS qualification or be actively working towards it, demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence in the field of construction. Prior experience in a Construction Consultancy, showcasing a deep understanding of the sector's dynamics and requirements. The ability to work independently on projects, particularly those in RIBA stages 2-7, showing a high level of autonomy and expertise. Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, essential for effective teamwork and client relations. Experience in managing Social Housing projects, indicating a background in handling complex, socially impactful construction projects. A valid UK driver's licence, facilitating mobility and flexibility in project supervision. In Return? £40,000 - £50,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Flexi working opportunities Pension Contribution Private Medical Sporting events In-house wellbeing support Charity sponsorships Supportive culture Cycle to work scheme Membership fees Car allowance Birthday off Company phone and laptop If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Alex Ridgeway at Brandon James. Reference Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MCIOB / MAPM / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration
May 19, 2024
Full time
A prestigious Construction Consultancy, known for its commitment to excellence, is currently seeking a proficient and motivated Construction Project Manager to strengthen their team in North London. This role offers the chance to be part of a distinguished company, renowned for delivering top-tier construction services. The Construction Project Manager Role The appointed Construction Project Manager will initially take charge of a £4 million social housing project. This pivotal role offers an excellent platform to manage a wide range of construction projects across various sectors in the future. Responsibilities include: Supervising the £4 million social housing project, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance. Collaborating with two Senior Project Managers to gain comprehensive insights and experience, paving the way for handling a more diverse project portfolio. Overseeing projects from inception to completion, involving both office-based planning and on-site execution. Maintaining a weekly balance of office and on-site presence to ensure effective project management and flawless execution. Engaging with clients, contractors, and team members to ensure smooth operations and top-tier project completion. The Construction Project Manager MRICS qualification or be actively working towards it, demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence in the field of construction. Prior experience in a Construction Consultancy, showcasing a deep understanding of the sector's dynamics and requirements. The ability to work independently on projects, particularly those in RIBA stages 2-7, showing a high level of autonomy and expertise. Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, essential for effective teamwork and client relations. Experience in managing Social Housing projects, indicating a background in handling complex, socially impactful construction projects. A valid UK driver's licence, facilitating mobility and flexibility in project supervision. In Return? £40,000 - £50,000 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Flexi working opportunities Pension Contribution Private Medical Sporting events In-house wellbeing support Charity sponsorships Supportive culture Cycle to work scheme Membership fees Car allowance Birthday off Company phone and laptop If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Alex Ridgeway at Brandon James. Reference Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MCIOB / MAPM / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration
Are you an accomplished Building Surveyor experienced in social housing, residing near to Reading, Slough, or Bracknell? Perhaps you possess a Building Surveying degree that remains underutilised, or you find yourself wanting recognition in your current position. If so, Moxie People invites you to connect. Salary and Benefits: Competitive Salary: 48,000K Generous 28 days holiday allowance (exclusive of Bank Holidays) Flexible agile working schedule Pension contributions above the norm - double digits Life Assurance coverage exceeding 4 times the annual salary plus loads more Key Responsibilities: Assess repair requests and defects for inclusion in the reactive maintenance program, providing expert technical advice and suggesting appropriate solutions. Investigate and evaluate technical defects and instances of disrepair through property inspections, crafting comprehensive Housing Conditions reports. Offer comprehensive technical support to the legal department for disrepair or legal claims. Collaborate effectively with operations managers, supervisors, contractors, and consultants, delivering valuable technical maintenance advice to inform business decisions. Secure quotations for repairs and specialised works, adhering to financial regulations and ensuring cost-effectiveness. Desired Skills and Qualifications: Interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration, negotiation, and cultivating strong relationships. Self-motivated and enthusiastic, capable of thriving under pressure and adept at managing competing priorities. Possess a keen commercial acumen, with a focus on achieving value for money outcomes. Prior experience in residential or social housing building surveying, supported by a relevant degree or equivalent construction-related qualification. Proficient in Microsoft Office software and familiar with maintenance management software. Possess a valid full driving license. If you are passionate about assisting people and delivering high-quality housing solutions with exceptional customer service, and if you aspire to feel valued within a dynamic Housing Association team offering remarkable benefits, we encourage you to reach out. Please submit your updated CV
May 19, 2024
Full time
Are you an accomplished Building Surveyor experienced in social housing, residing near to Reading, Slough, or Bracknell? Perhaps you possess a Building Surveying degree that remains underutilised, or you find yourself wanting recognition in your current position. If so, Moxie People invites you to connect. Salary and Benefits: Competitive Salary: 48,000K Generous 28 days holiday allowance (exclusive of Bank Holidays) Flexible agile working schedule Pension contributions above the norm - double digits Life Assurance coverage exceeding 4 times the annual salary plus loads more Key Responsibilities: Assess repair requests and defects for inclusion in the reactive maintenance program, providing expert technical advice and suggesting appropriate solutions. Investigate and evaluate technical defects and instances of disrepair through property inspections, crafting comprehensive Housing Conditions reports. Offer comprehensive technical support to the legal department for disrepair or legal claims. Collaborate effectively with operations managers, supervisors, contractors, and consultants, delivering valuable technical maintenance advice to inform business decisions. Secure quotations for repairs and specialised works, adhering to financial regulations and ensuring cost-effectiveness. Desired Skills and Qualifications: Interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration, negotiation, and cultivating strong relationships. Self-motivated and enthusiastic, capable of thriving under pressure and adept at managing competing priorities. Possess a keen commercial acumen, with a focus on achieving value for money outcomes. Prior experience in residential or social housing building surveying, supported by a relevant degree or equivalent construction-related qualification. Proficient in Microsoft Office software and familiar with maintenance management software. Possess a valid full driving license. If you are passionate about assisting people and delivering high-quality housing solutions with exceptional customer service, and if you aspire to feel valued within a dynamic Housing Association team offering remarkable benefits, we encourage you to reach out. Please submit your updated CV
Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor - Commercial - Nottingham - Derby - Construction Your new company You will be joining a Multi-accredited Main Contractor based in Nottingham. They boast an impressive range of clients and have a strong pipeline of work and due to this, are looking to onboard a QS to join their commercial team. They work on a mixture of projects from new build schools, retail etc, as well as fitout and refurb work. They operate regionally with the vast majority of the work being in the midlands. Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for but not limited to: Preparing cost estimates and budgets for the projectsProcuring and managing subcontractors and suppliersReviewing and valuing the work done by subcontractors and suppliersPreparing and submitting monthly valuations and final accountsNegotiating and agreeing variations and claims with clients and subcontractorsMonitoring and reporting the financial performance of the projectsIdentifying and mitigating risks and opportunities What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed, you will have experience working as a quantity surveyor on commercial projects ranging from £1m - £10m, have experience with client facing and building relationships and as a person be willing to progress and develop their career with a can do attitude. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a salary of up to £60,000 (negotiable on experience) + package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 19, 2024
Full time
Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor - Commercial - Nottingham - Derby - Construction Your new company You will be joining a Multi-accredited Main Contractor based in Nottingham. They boast an impressive range of clients and have a strong pipeline of work and due to this, are looking to onboard a QS to join their commercial team. They work on a mixture of projects from new build schools, retail etc, as well as fitout and refurb work. They operate regionally with the vast majority of the work being in the midlands. Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for but not limited to: Preparing cost estimates and budgets for the projectsProcuring and managing subcontractors and suppliersReviewing and valuing the work done by subcontractors and suppliersPreparing and submitting monthly valuations and final accountsNegotiating and agreeing variations and claims with clients and subcontractorsMonitoring and reporting the financial performance of the projectsIdentifying and mitigating risks and opportunities What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed, you will have experience working as a quantity surveyor on commercial projects ranging from £1m - £10m, have experience with client facing and building relationships and as a person be willing to progress and develop their career with a can do attitude. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a salary of up to £60,000 (negotiable on experience) + package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Block Manager IRPM Colchester CO1 A fantastic opportunity for an Experienced Block Manager has just come available. The successful candidate will be based in Colchester covering sites across Essex and Suffolk. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Respond within 24 hours to emails and phone calls and maintain a good flow of communication Prioritise and effectively manage workload. Have full understanding of leases for each building within your portfolio. Ensure all provisions in the leases are complied with, including for example Health and Safety and insurance provisions. Report to Clients important issues in a timely fashion and maintain good rapport with Clients. Undertake site visits six weekly or the timescale stated in the management agreement. Complete inspection report identifying actions required and upload on to tracker within 24 hours Production of accurate service charge budget within agreed timescales Monitor expenditure and the production of reports and only issue work orders where funds are available Understand The quarterly reports issued to Clients and leaseholders in order to answer any queries Ensure issues on the tracker are kept up to date, acknowledge within 2 hours and actioned within 4 hours and closed off immediately when completed. Team assistant can assist. Understand the financial importance of each management instructions to the company within your portfolio. Inspect at completion items of major expenditure, prior to invoice approval or seek approval from the building surveyor for payment. Oversee Day to day maintenance using approved contractors only Ensure section 20 notices are issued Keep filing of emails up to date in the correct H file only. Proactively deal with any emergency repairs and report to lessees individually or collectively. Where appropriate liaise with the insurance Claim Administrator Manage and support any site staff Attend Client meetings and AGM including out of hours Prepare management reports in good time for said meetings and take minutes where required Assist in preparation of Resident Handbooks, circulars and Newsletters. The Successful Applicant will need to possess the following skills: Must Have experience in a similar role within the property industry. Must be a highly organised individual Accountancy or previous property experience is an advantage Good customer relationship skills AIRPM qualification is an advantage but is not essential Should be confident, well-presented and have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. This is an extremely busy role and needs someone who is highly motivated, passionate about property and capable when working under pressure with the ability to multi-task without compromising on the quality of work or level of service. Work with minimum supervision and not be afraid to take initiative, but know the limits of your authority. Attend evening Meetings usually 2 3 per month The hours will be: Monday to Friday 9am 5.30pm Salary range will be: between £32,000pa to £38,000pa use of pool car If this role is of interest to you and you have the necessary role requirements, please submit your most up to date CV and contact details to Steve or Kelly Due to the high volume of enquiries that we receive, we are not always able to respond to all CVs. If you have not received a response within one week, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful in this instance. Thanks for considering Bastow Irwin Recruitment Ltd.
May 19, 2024
Full time
Block Manager IRPM Colchester CO1 A fantastic opportunity for an Experienced Block Manager has just come available. The successful candidate will be based in Colchester covering sites across Essex and Suffolk. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Respond within 24 hours to emails and phone calls and maintain a good flow of communication Prioritise and effectively manage workload. Have full understanding of leases for each building within your portfolio. Ensure all provisions in the leases are complied with, including for example Health and Safety and insurance provisions. Report to Clients important issues in a timely fashion and maintain good rapport with Clients. Undertake site visits six weekly or the timescale stated in the management agreement. Complete inspection report identifying actions required and upload on to tracker within 24 hours Production of accurate service charge budget within agreed timescales Monitor expenditure and the production of reports and only issue work orders where funds are available Understand The quarterly reports issued to Clients and leaseholders in order to answer any queries Ensure issues on the tracker are kept up to date, acknowledge within 2 hours and actioned within 4 hours and closed off immediately when completed. Team assistant can assist. Understand the financial importance of each management instructions to the company within your portfolio. Inspect at completion items of major expenditure, prior to invoice approval or seek approval from the building surveyor for payment. Oversee Day to day maintenance using approved contractors only Ensure section 20 notices are issued Keep filing of emails up to date in the correct H file only. Proactively deal with any emergency repairs and report to lessees individually or collectively. Where appropriate liaise with the insurance Claim Administrator Manage and support any site staff Attend Client meetings and AGM including out of hours Prepare management reports in good time for said meetings and take minutes where required Assist in preparation of Resident Handbooks, circulars and Newsletters. The Successful Applicant will need to possess the following skills: Must Have experience in a similar role within the property industry. Must be a highly organised individual Accountancy or previous property experience is an advantage Good customer relationship skills AIRPM qualification is an advantage but is not essential Should be confident, well-presented and have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. This is an extremely busy role and needs someone who is highly motivated, passionate about property and capable when working under pressure with the ability to multi-task without compromising on the quality of work or level of service. Work with minimum supervision and not be afraid to take initiative, but know the limits of your authority. Attend evening Meetings usually 2 3 per month The hours will be: Monday to Friday 9am 5.30pm Salary range will be: between £32,000pa to £38,000pa use of pool car If this role is of interest to you and you have the necessary role requirements, please submit your most up to date CV and contact details to Steve or Kelly Due to the high volume of enquiries that we receive, we are not always able to respond to all CVs. If you have not received a response within one week, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful in this instance. Thanks for considering Bastow Irwin Recruitment Ltd.