Job Reference: 019
Job Duration:
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Description:
My client is a well-established housebuilder with a first-class reputation in the property industry. They are passionate about building beautiful homes that their customers can be proud of.
They believe their people are their greatest asset. This company strives to create the best possible working environment and foster continuous training and development.
At this company you'll have the opportunity to work on large, challenging projects as they pursue aggressive growth targets-making this a great time to develop your career within a growing business!
Main responsibilities
* Manage all costs relating to construction projects, from the initial calculations tothe final figures, seeking to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.
* Contribute to the management of each project from the start, preparing estimates and costs of the work.
* Manage variations that affect cost during each project and provide regular reporting to track profitability.
Key tasks* Maintain all cost control procedures working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures
* Be responsible for the compilation of all monthly PFA (Predicted Final Accounts) reports as required
* Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practice and NHBC requirements
* Ensure that subordinates receive the required training and mentorship for them to learn and thrive in their responsibilities
* Be responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations by always updating the estimated final costs, and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation.* Be able to control all commercial tasks and responsibilities on site.
* 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 document is completed on time to allow the construction to commence, and Sales to start marketing
* Lead the value engineering, including updating site review documents, to ensure we achieve best value
* Maintain budget control throughout development; and 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
* Evaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, and ensuring that approval is obtained prior to agreement of variations in excess of the respectiveallowances
* Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ
* Keep the trade specification for each discipline up to date and relevant
* Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors to maximise productivity* Attend all project and team meetings as required and present the Commercial position to the meeting.
* Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g., Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes
* Overtime and as business grows shape the size and mix of team as required - at some point this will require providing Support and guide to a Junior Quantity Surveyor
General requirements of the role
* Time allocation approx.
* 5 days PFA
*15 days Non-PFA
* But never dedicated and continuous time slots due to demands on site
* No specific requirement for the QS to be on site on a regular or ongoing basis, other than initial familiarisation and work assessment investigations
Other responsibilities
* Undertake such duties at the discretion of the CFO / Construction Director as may reasonably be required due to the changing needs of the department and organisation
* Participate in training and development activities and programmes as required
* Attend and participate in staff meetings and share skills with others
* Appreciate and support the roleof other professionals and establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies and professionals
* Comply with and report all concerns to an appropriate person, in respect of:
* Health, safety, and security
* Confidentiality* Data protection
Experience & qualifications
* A degree in quantity surveying or commercial management accreditedby the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent experience
* At least 5 years post qualification experience, ideally in residential housing developments
Line management experience
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme
* Car allowance* 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunity to purchase up to an additional 5 days.
* Cycle to work scheme* On site parking
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary: £50000 - £70000 per annum + M
Salary Benefits: M
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Job Skills: -
Contact Name: George Head
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