Responsibilities
The Commercial team deals with cost‑effective building, including quantity surveying, estimating, procurement and material buying. With a watching brief on choice of material, cost, customer satisfaction and sales, the Commercial team – which comprises Estimators, Quantity Surveyors and Material Buyers – has one objective: to deliver best quality homes at the best possible cost.
* Maintain all cost control procedures, working within the guidelines set out in the Group policies and procedures
* Be responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required; be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ and stay knowledgeable of the latest regulations, codes of practice and NHBC requirements
* Be responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations, always updating the estimated final costs and being able to show absolute cost and value reconciliation
* Contribute to the conceptual designs/options to ensure the design is kept within the budgeted values
* Compile Site Start budget, liaising with all Departments to ensure the document is completed on time to allow construction to commence and Sales to start marketing
* Lead the value engineering, including updating Group and Regional site review documents, to ensure we achieve best value
* Maintain budget control throughout development; manage cost overruns within contingency levels
* Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development
* Analyse and report on costs and cash flow using the support systems available
* Prepare tenders and procure sub‑contractors, goods and materials, using Group Procedures
* Compile subcontractor recommendations for approval
* Process subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Excel and the Group payment system (COINS) in line with Group policy and procedures
* Evaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, ensuring approval is obtained prior to agreeing variations in excess of the respective allowances
* Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ
* Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors to maximise productivity
* Attend all project and team meetings as required, presenting the Commercial position
* Compile and present valuations at Divisional valuation meetings
* Be responsible for accurately controlling all commercial aspects and responsibilities with regard to the RSL
* Be aware of all codes of practice that impact estimating (e.g., Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes, etc.)
* Complete any other duties as required by the Senior/Managing Surveyor/Commercial Manager
* Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures
* Ensure compliance with Group IT systems
Requirements
To be successful in the role, we are looking for:
* Qualified to HND level or higher with a valid CSCS card
* Having a full understanding of current market conditions and rates
* Being able to control costs to complete on all trades and all provisions to ensure live cost certainty
* Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations
* Methodical, conscientious and organised, working to deliver high standards
* Strong IT skills, with working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment (e.g., project management / payment and valuation software)
* Articulate, clear and credible, able to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
* Capable of contributing towards the resolution of disputes, problems and cost issues
* Being able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects
* Having strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
* Having wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry
* Having strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements, etc.
* Being a team player and supportive of colleagues
Benefits
As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:
* Competitive Salary
* Competitive Bonus Scheme
* Private Medical Cover – Single Cover
* Company Car or Cash Allowance
* Annual Medical Health Assessment
* 26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days)
* Choice of Flexible Benefits
* Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Hybrid working
Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office‑based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.
Private medical cover
Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.
Pension
First‑class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.
Annual Health Assessment
All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.
Financial Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.
Lifestyle Benefits
Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.
So much more…
From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.
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