Overview
We have a great opportunity for an Associate Commercial Director to join our team within Vistry Services - Special Projects, at our Brentwood office. This role will be managing the significant budget of building safety for the Vistry Group, with an emphasis on the recovery action of costs against supply chain, insurance and/or opportunities for additional works. As our Associate Commercial Director, you will encourage and create a teamwork culture throughout, recognise 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. You will maximise profitability having regard to client/subcontractor relations and the company’s 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. You will have responsibility to lead the commercial discussions with key stakeholders such as Client Agents, Managing Agents, RTMs, Commercial Consultants, Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Fire Authorities.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Responsibilities
* Lead the commercial function and provide support to the Commercial Director with plans to grow the Commercial Department and develop capability to increase the number of projects started per year.
* Lead, support and coach direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development.
* Participate in recruitment and throughout the employee life cycle, including development reviews and succession planning.
* Work with other departments (Technical, Development, Customer Service, Construction) to ensure accurate scopes and specification documents before cost planning; oversee tracking of changes from the original cost plan, scope and specification; report CVR changes; post-CVR changes.
* Prepare construction cost analyses to support future cost planning and feed in as-built costs and risk from live projects; demonstrate continuous improvement mindset in commercial management of design-led projects.
* Arrange early-stage assessment of cost planning, market testing and procurement to ensure deliverable start dates; build contingency into project schedules to accommodate changes in programmes and milestones.
* Approve sub-contractor orders and variation orders in line with delegated authorities.
* Assist the Commercial Director with monthly cost and cashflow monitoring against targets.
* Provide assistance to Financial Department in the recovery of outstanding monies and monitor retention.
* Ensure correct contractual procedures for Main Contracts and Subcontracts; ensure subcontract conditions are aligned with main contract conditions or with maximum risk transfer.
* Forecast out-turn margin, commercial analysis and programme progress; monitor contract turnover and adjust as necessary; monitor and record individual performance with annual PDRs.
* Perform any other reasonable duties to support the wider teams, including deputising for the Commercial Director as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality.
* Degree qualified and member of the RICS or IOB (or moving towards professional membership).
* Experience in the Construction industry; experience with cladding remediation, main contracting and mixed-use residential developments desirable.
* Previous experience at Director, Head of Department or similar is essential for the role.
* Strong negotiation skills; ability to assess and analyse information; good business sense; good understanding of budget management.
* Negotiating and networking skills; proficient with Coins IT system & Viewpoint document management system; excellent communications skills.
* Able to work under pressure, accept feedback, and work well in a team; detail-oriented and methodical.
* Capable of strategic vision with decision-making, problem-solving and multi-tasking; willing to work extra to meet deadlines as required.
More about the Associate Commercial Director role
* Lead the commercial function and support the Commercial Director to grow capability and increase project starts per year.
* Lead, support and coach the team; participate in recruitment and employee development activities.
* Collaborate with Technical, Development, Customer Service, and Construction teams; ensure accurate cost planning documentation is in place; monitor changes from cost plans.
* Prepare and analyse cost data to support development of future cost planning; incorporate as-built costs and project risk.
* Oversee early-stage cost planning, procurement, and market testing; ensure feasible start dates and contingency planning.
* Approve sub-contractor orders and variation orders; assist in reporting cost and cashflow targets.
* Monitor contractual procedures and ensure back-to-back subcontract conditions where appropriate.
* Provide ongoing commercial oversight and deputise for the Commercial Director as needed.
We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry.
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