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Job Introduction
Gleeson Homes are recruiting for a
Job Introduction
Gleeson Homes are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to assist the Regional Commercial team, delivering the Group Business plan, Commercial objectives, budgets and future growth requirements by being involved in commercial activities; supporting the implementation, control and reporting of all development/build-related expenditure.
We're looking for someone who is passionate about working with colleagues within the region and across different disciplines with a keen attention to detail and accuracy when conducting the valuation process. The suitable person will be someone who wants to proactively contribute to our mission of changing lives, by building affordable, quality homes, where they are needed, for the people who need them the most.
In the manager position, you will be given ample opportunities to not only utilize your pre-existing skills but to develop a new people management, mentorship and networking skills.
Our teams are structured with a Commercial Director, Managing Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyors, Quantity Surveyors and Assistants, Buyers and Estimator
This role is to cover Birchwoord & Cumbria.
Main Responsibilities
As a member of the senior leadership team it is crucial, to take a 'whole company' perspective to the performance of Building Homes. Changing Lives, being a Gleeson Ambassador for our vision, mission, values and our approach to performance excellence, whilst positively influencing and enhancing the profitability and operational effectiveness of the business.
A High Level Summary Of Key Responsibilities
* Manage the work of the commercial function ensuring the effective compliance, control, deployment and performance management of the quantity surveying, taking responsibility for achieving targets in relation to development budgets and commercial controls.
* To ensure the commercial team proactively support the attainment of key operational requirements, tar-gets and budgets in the areas of land acquisition and commencement budgets, subcontractor tendering and management, payments, CVRs and cost to complete reviews, controls and reporting, variations control and cost reporting, procurement and the use of Coins and other systems ensuring all activities meet the requirements and standards set out in the Commercial processes, procedures and Key Controls.
* Take responsibility for the Quantity Surveying function on at least one active key development, to the full extent of the duties set out in the Quantity Surveyor job role, these will include, but not limited to, sub-contract procurement, attending site meetings, the production the development CVRs.
* To provide input as directed into the Commercial Land Appraisal process and subsequent site commencement programmes to ensure all known site and development costs and revenues are captured at each key development phase.
* Liaise with build management and regional and central services buying and procurement teams in respect of the scheduling and delivery of material supplies and Sub Contract trades and services ensuring the commercial team work to and deliver agreed actions and activity plans.
* Ensure there is a system to monitor material quality and use and the performance of Suppliers and Sub Contractors in close collaboration with build management and site based colleagues providing feedback to the Commercial Director and direct to suppliers and sub-contractors, as appropriate outlining where an unacceptable standard of materials or performance has been identified.
The Ideal Candidate
* A relevant qualification or good experience in Commercial Management
* Highly proficient and led user on Coins and proficient in Microsoft Excel and word packages
* A strong and extensive understanding of the commercial implications of the methods and sequences of design and build
* Broad Finance/Commercial awareness & Technical knowledge
* Broad knowledge of the Construction Industry
* Highly tuned practical knowledge of commercial and financial management systems and controls
* Broad awareness of codes of practice that impact on commercial matters e.g Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE etc
* Knowledge of Construction Design Management Regulations
* Strong analytical ability, able to distil/mine data to identify key trends, issues and value add opportunities
* Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively.
* Ability to work closely with senior colleagues and all regional and Group functions.
* Has energy and drive - able to positively influence others.
* Exceptional stakeholder management, with resilience and maturity to balance multiple priorities within a fast-changing and demanding environment
* Excellent communication and engagement skills, able to influence operational practice to generate optimal commercial outcomes and results
* Good business management acumen and highly commercially astute.
* Able to see and promote innovative ideas
* Ability and flexibility to travel to sites and Central Services essential.
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
* Choice of company car/ car allowance
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme
* Holiday Buy Back Scheme
* Company Pension Scheme
* Private Medical Insurance Scheme
* Healthshield membership
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Share Purchase Plan
* Highstreet/ Store Discounts
* Development Opportunities
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Construction
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