Commercial Director – Vistry (Wolverhampton)
Commercial Director responsible for directing and leading the commercial strategy of the Vistry North West Midlands Business Unit and inspiring the commercial team to generate profit.
Responsibilities
* Direct and lead the commercial strategy of the Business Unit and drive profit generation.
* Oversee the regional Surveying, Buying and Estimating teams, coaching and developing them to meet departmental targets.
* Develop, review and implement the company's strategic commercial objectives.
* Ensure accurate financial cost control, budgeting and forecasting.
* Manage relationships with subcontractors and third parties, negotiate contracts and make recommendations.
* Conduct market research and analysis to identify commercial opportunities, anticipate future market developments and assess risks.
* Govern the Commercial team, ensuring accountability, reporting and appropriate control systems.
* Oversee preparation of land purchase and construction budgets, authorise procurement, payments and claims.
* Monitor and update development budgets and cashflows, ensuring delivery against financial targets.
* Advise on technical solutions, buildability and costs at the design stage in partnership with the Construction Director.
* Prepare KPI and reporting information for senior management and board meetings.
* Support the development of professional standards, contracts and service level agreements across the department.
* Coordinate relationships with key stakeholders (Development, Construction, Customer Services) and build strong links at all business levels.
* Identify and manage commercial and operational risks.
* Support land bid submissions throughout the business unit.
* Promote the organisation’s commercial capabilities and maintain the Vistry Homes profile with external stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and internal procedural requirements.
* Support performance and development of the Commercial team.
Qualifications
* Degree in Surveying, Building or a related field.
* Experience working within a residential house builder.
* Experience in people management and project leading.
* Knowledge of building regulations and legal obligations.
* Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
* Strong leadership and team‑player qualities.
* Experience supporting business growth.
* Well‑developed analytical, oral and presentation/communication skills.
* Ability to formulate commercial plans and ensure full engagement.
* Being a member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is desirable.
* Committed to continuous professional development through short courses and seminars.
Benefits
* Competitive basic salary and annual bonus.
* Company car, car allowance or travel allowance.
* Salary sacrifice car scheme for employees.
* Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* 2 volunteering days per annum.
* Private medical insurance with employee‑paid cover.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
* Competitive pension scheme via salary sacrifice.
* Life assurance at 4× annual salary.
* Share save and share incentive schemes.
* Christmas company shutdown.
* Employee rewards portal with various benefits.
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