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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 want to proactively contribute to our mission of changing lives, building affordable, quality homes for the people who need them the most. In the manager position, you will be given ample opportunities to utilize your pre-existing skills and develop new people management, mentorship and networking skills.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage the work of the commercial function ensuring effective compliance, control, deployment and performance management of quantity surveying, taking responsibility for achieving targets in relation to development budgets and commercial controls.
* Ensure the commercial team proactively supports the attainment of key operational requirements, targets and budgets in the areas of land acquisition, 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 required standards.
* Take responsibility for the Quantity Surveying function on at least one active key development, including sub‑contract procurement, attending site meetings and producing development CVRs.
* Provide input 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 development phase.
* Liaise with build management, regional and central services buying and procurement teams regarding the scheduling and delivery of material supplies and sub‑contract trades and services, ensuring agreed actions and activity plans are delivered.
* Monitor material quality and performance of suppliers and sub‑contractors, providing feedback to the Commercial Director and directing suppliers when standards are not met.
Ideal Candidate
* A relevant qualification or good experience in Commercial Management.
* Highly proficient COINS user, proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Strong understanding of the commercial implications of design and build.
* Broad finance/commercial awareness and technical knowledge.
* Broad knowledge of the Construction Industry.
* Practical knowledge of commercial and financial management systems and controls.
* Aware of codes of practice impacting commercial matters (Building Regulations, NHBC, HSE).
* Knowledge of Construction Design Management Regulations.
* Strong analytical ability, able to distil data to identify trends, issues and value‑add opportunities.
* Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
* Strong stakeholder management, resilience and maturity to balance priorities.
* Excellent communication and engagement skills, able to influence operational practice.
* Business management acumen and commercial astuteness.
* Ability to promote innovative ideas.
* Flexible and able to travel to sites and central services.
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum plus bank holidays.
* Choice of company car or 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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