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Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield. As our Commercial Manager, you will manage and co-ordinate the designated commercial team to ensure the smooth operation of the commercial function and the delivery of annual plans and forecasts. Responsible for the cost control of projects throughout the construction process, including procurement of subcontractors and materials in line with Build & Budget requirements. 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. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • Degree in Surveying, Building or similar, • A member of or working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)Extensive experience working within a residential house builder, • Previous experience as a Managing QS or Commercial Manager within the industry, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Experience or people management and project leading, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Ability to assess and analyse information, • Good business sense, • Good understanding of budget management, • Negotiating and networking skills, • Must be proficient with Coins IT system & Viewpoint document management system, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • A methodical approach, • Capable of strategic vision, • Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking, • Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it, • Ensure compliance with the company’s Quantity Assurance Procedures and Health & Safety Policy., • Where possible to look for areas of cost savings whilst projects are live., • Liaise with all other departments to ensure cost effective delivery of the regions budgeted output., • From time to time take on any other specific requirements requested by the Commercial Director to the benefit of the region’s commercial operations., • Attend design review meetings and pre-planning technical department meetings to understand pre-planning application works and the consequences on the development’s financial forecasts., • Attend land department meetings to understand and produce viability costs and implications including relevant Section Agreement obligations and legal requirements., • Work with build and commercial teams to ensure that the contractual position of the company is protected as can be reasonably foreseen., • Attend group best practice meetings to share and gain knowledge., • Provide accurate build costs for use in budgets, forecasts and valuations., • Ensure build cost information is up to date to enable accurate estimating., • Periodically review and update forecasts and budgets. Including for later phases on sites., • Working with the line manager (or Estimator if available) to ensure estimated costs of all works are available and up to date, including the preparation of viability back up for use by the land department., • Oversee the preparation of substructure quantities for use with alternative foundation designs., • Oversee the preparation of estimated costs of elevational treatments and styles for use with the Divisional House Range., • Respond to any variations, errors or omissions., • Provide all house type cost information for use with budgeting and forecasting procedures, as requested., • Prepare the actual costs of “lettings” and provide a cost comparison against the base estimate., • Ensure that costs are kept within forecast and estimates where possible, and that the department operates within the guidelines determined in the Group Commercial Best Practice., • Coordinate the measure and payments to subcontractors including guidance to Surveyors to ensure that works are certified for payment in accordance with Company procedures., • Ensure that Roads & Sewers payments are checked thoroughly including any relevant measures., • Provide variance report for use by Regional Commercial Director., • Provide overheads report for use by Regional Commercial Director., • Provide year-end report for use by Regional Commercial Director., • Coordinate cash flow forecasts for each site, to be monitored against monthly payments., • Liaise with customer care to ensure that any remedials are being contra charged and process followed., • Raise sales invoices for shared costs and other sundry contracts., • Liaise with Technical, Planning & Finance to ensure accurate & timely reporting of fee schedules including S106., • Ensure rebate information for Group is collated and returned by the required deadlines., • Carry out monthly cost/value report for the Region including coordinating and checking of CVR’s and back up prior to the monthly meeting, all in accordance with Group Audit requirements and company procedures., • Carry out periodic valuations in accordance with Company Policy, including coordination of HA valuations & invoices., • Report of any major variances to the Regional Commercial Director., • Respond to contract variances in respect of quality, performance, programme, costs and specification., • Liaises with all Departments in matters relating to the effective administration of site development schemes., • Identify non-compliance and rectify and resolve problems., • Settle contract price variations., • If non-compliance with above, then discuss determination of the contract with the Regional Commercial Director and Area Build Directors., • Ensure that quotes for purchaser’s extras are provided to the Sales Team in accordance with Commercial Best Practice and project the Regions target gross margin for this service., • Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the company., • Attend departmental meetings as required., • Deal with queries from build teams., • Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions., • Work with Build and other depts to ensure working relationship with key suppliers & subcontractors is maintained where possible. 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Job Description Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed. As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead commercial activities on 12 live projects, ensuring profitable delivery of Education and Commercial schemes. You will work with a senior team to oversee new builds and refurbishments, manage financial reporting and subcontractor payments, and maintain strong financial control. This role offers clear progression within a growing and established Tier 2 contractor. You will shape project outcomes through robust commercial and contractual management (JCT). Role Manage commercial and contractual aspects of 12 live projects Oversee new build and refurbishment schemes from start to finish Prepare valuations, forecasts, reconciliations, and cost reports Handle subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments Maintain strong financial control and ensure profitable project outcomes Provide regular reporting to Commercial Director and senior team The Candidate Solid background as a Quantity Surveyor in general / commercial construction Experience on commercial , health or education projects Strong commercial and contractual xrnqpay knowledge with attention to detail Ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently Highly motivated, organised, proactive Degree in Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying The Package • c£65k Basic + Car Allowance, • Pension, • Bonus, • Career Training and Clear career path

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield office. As our Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of materials and plant to the Company’s exact requirements, ensuring goods are delivered on the required date and purchased at the most competitive rates within the available budget allowance. As a Buyer, you will provide a full range of cost control and financial reporting duties on all aspects of materials for construction work. Alongside the Senior Buyer, you will be accountable and responsible for the performance of the sites in your control. 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. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Christmas company shutdown, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • A proven background in a purchasing role, • Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships, • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver quality work on time, within budget, • Commercially astute with a proven ability to manage costs, • Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously, • Strong written communication skills, • Strong numeric and analytical skills, • Thorough, with strong attention to detail, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • Behave in line with our values, • Working towards professional membership (CIPS or equivalent), • Knowledge of construction regulations and legislations, • Knowledge of construction methods and materials, • Experience of COINS desirable, • Proficient in MS Office packages, experience using bid writing software is desirable, • Ensure quality and performance of materials fall in line with acceptable standards., • Consolidate purchases of materials to achieve maximum economic benefit., • Encourage and develop wherever feasible, negotiated agreements with supplier and manufacturers., • Inform other departments of all relevant information regarding changes in materials, major price movements, delivery lead times and individual supply situations., • To purchase where appropriate in accordance with Group purchase deals., • Identify and "take off" where necessary materials., • Prepare all relevant documentation, procuring additional materials not covered by schedules and placing supplementary orders, • Send out enquiries for appropriate materials, collate and analyse quotations., • Place orders with suitable suppliers for specified materials., • Placing orders for plant equipment as required by site, including negotiating prices by liaising with the Construction Director for the compound layout/site set-up, • You will be responsible for preparing the CPC1 (Materials Costs) which includes;, • Providing/obtaining material schedules from working drawings, • Preparing the tender list for major materials, • Preparing all of the tender documentation and letters, • The analysis of quotations resulting from tender enquiries, • Inputting material schedules on to the appropriate computer systems, • Producing materials budgets for surveyors, • Advise Surveyors costs for budgetary purposes., • In conjunction with the Site Manager, progress the delivery of supplies in order to comply with the site building programme., • Resolve any discrepancies that may arise between orders, goods received and invoices. Also make decision on this account and authorise payments., • Attend site meetings at key stages in order to review general progress on site and to decide on any future action necessary., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining commercial awareness., • Establish, monitor and ensure payment of negotiated rebate agreements as allocated., • Study and analyse markets to make recommendations of possible specification changes which would represent savings without detracting from quality requirements. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire , at our Wakefield office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. 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. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent, • Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level), • Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Ability to assess and analyse information, • Good business sense, • Good understanding of budget management, • Negotiating and networking skills, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • A methodical approach, • Degree in Surveying or similar, • Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), • Lead, support and coach your direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development, • Be active in the recruitment of new starters to the team and then throughout the employee life cycle, including holding development reviews and succession planning exercises, • Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication, • Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued., • Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings, • Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise, • Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes, • Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors, • Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required, • Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget, • Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team, • Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works, • Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order, • Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations, • Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser’s extras, • Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates, • Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates, • Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client’s agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs), • Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties, • Preparation of financial reports including:, • Internal Valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports in accordance with schedule of accounting period end dates and deadlines, • Margin Analysis reports., • Commercial Analysis (final margin) forecasts and Cost to Complete forecasts, • Cash Flow forecasts, • Turnover forecasts, • De-brief reports, • Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off., • Obtain authorisation to ‘let’ all sub-contract orders valued over thresholds as noted in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements., • Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings., • Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required., • Liaise with build department on sub-contractors’ performance and compliance with order conditions., • Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings., • Attend and project team meetings as required., • Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation., • Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment., • To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business’s reporting requirements., • Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders. To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager., • Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department., • Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Maintain a half yearly site reserve list., • Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act., • Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider., • Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect., • Diligently use the Vistry Group construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc., • Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations., • Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures., • Properly categorise on the construction system “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order amendments., • Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Process groundwork’s payments/applications for payment using the Vistry Group AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development., • Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors., • Maintain final account schedule., • Maintain completed development provision on CV1., • Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the ‘Old Site Reserve’ central file., • Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required., • Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy., • Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure:, • correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times., • all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders., • Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications., • Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved., • Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team., • Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company. 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Telesales Executive – Industrial Products & Services WF2 (Office-Based) Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 £30,000 – £35,000 per annum + £3,000 – £4,000 annual commission We are currently recruiting for a driven and proactive Telesales Executive to join a growing business specialising in industrial products, services, and maintenance solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a warm client base while also developing new business across the North of England. The Role As a Telesales Executive, you will be responsible for selling PPM (Pre-Planned Maintenance) contracts, as well as a range of industrial products and services. This is a full 360 sales role where you will manage the entire sales cycle from initial contact through to closing deals. Key responsibilities include: Proactively contacting a database of 400 large, up-to-date clients Re-engaging and converting previous spending customers Generating new business through cold calling and outreach Selling maintenance contracts, services, and related solutions Building relationships with clients across industrial sectors including: Manufacturing Warehousing & logistics Retail & wholesale Preparing and sending proposals, quotations, and drawings Managing activity and pipeline through the CRM system Reporting directly to the Managing Director About You We are looking for a motivated sales professional who thrives in a target-driven environment. Requirements: Proven B2B 360 sales experience Strong communication and closing skills Confident in cold calling and business development Highly self-motivated and proactive Desirable (but not essential): Background in engineering, industrial, construction, or service-based industries What’s on Offer Competitive base salary (£30K–£35K) Realistic commission structure (£3K–£4K annually) Established client database to work from Full training provided Opportunity to grow within the business Supportive and direct reporting line to senior leadership Additional Information Office-based role in WF2 Immediate start available, but we are happy to wait for the right candidate For more information or to apply, please contact: Shannon Clough – Interaction Leeds ☎️ (phone number removed) (url removed) INDLEE

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield office. As our Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of materials and plant to the Company's exact requirements, ensuring goods are delivered on the required date and purchased at the most competitive rates within the available budget allowance. As a Buyer, you will provide a full range of cost control and financial reporting duties on all aspects of materials for construction work. Alongside the Senior Buyer, you will be accountable and responsible for the performance of the sites in your control. 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. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Christmas company shutdown Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality A proven background in a purchasing role Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver quality work on time, within budget Commercially astute with a proven ability to manage costs Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Strong written communication skills Strong numeric and analytical skills Thorough, with strong attention to detail Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirable… Working towards professional membership (CIPS or equivalent) Knowledge of construction regulations and legislations Knowledge of construction methods and materials Experience of COINS desirable Proficient in MS Office packages, experience using bid writing software is desirableMore about the Buyer role… Ensure quality and performance of materials fall in line with acceptable standards. Consolidate purchases of materials to achieve maximum economic benefit. Encourage and develop wherever feasible, negotiated agreements with supplier and manufacturers. Inform other departments of all relevant information regarding changes in materials, major price movements, delivery lead times and individual supply situations. To purchase where appropriate in accordance with Group purchase deals. Identify and "take off" where necessary materials. Prepare all relevant documentation, procuring additional materials not covered by schedules and placing supplementary orders Send out enquiries for appropriate materials, collate and analyse quotations. Place orders with suitable suppliers for specified materials. Placing orders for plant equipment as required by site, including negotiating prices by liaising with the Construction Director for the compound layout/site set-up You will be responsible for preparing the CPC1 (Materials Costs) which includes; Providing/obtaining material schedules from working drawings Preparing the tender list for major materials Preparing all of the tender documentation and letters The analysis of quotations resulting from tender enquiries Inputting material schedules on to the appropriate computer systems Producing materials budgets for surveyors Advise Surveyors costs for budgetary purposes. In conjunction with the Site Manager, progress the delivery of supplies in order to comply with the site building programme. Resolve any discrepancies that may arise between orders, goods received and invoices. Also make decision on this account and authorise payments. Attend site meetings at key stages in order to review general progress on site and to decide on any future action necessary. Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining commercial awareness. Establish, monitor and ensure payment of negotiated rebate agreements as allocated. Study and analyse markets to make recommendations of possible specification changes which would represent savings without detracting from quality requirements. Liaise with other departments and disciplines to establish or improve supplier and inter-department relations.Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us… 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 functional 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. #LI-AD1

Construction & Operations Director Permanent | Yorkshire Region £85,000-£110,000 + Executive Package + Car / Allowance Are you a strategic and commercially focused leader with a proven track record in construction operations? A well‑established regional contractor is seeking a Construction & Operations Director to drive operational excellence, lead project delivery teams, and contribute to the long‑term strategic growth of the business across Yorkshire. The Role As Construction & Operations Director, you will oversee all operational functions, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Working as part of the senior leadership team, you will shape business strategy, strengthen client relationships, and lead cultural and operational improvements across the company. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across all construction and operational activities Oversee multiple project teams, Contract Managers, Site Managers, and delivery functions Drive operational performance, project governance, and consistent quality standards Lead resource planning, workforce development, and succession planning Strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders Support business development, bidding, and commercial decision‑making Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, risk management, and operational procedures Lead continuous improvement initiatives across safety, programme, and quality Provide board‑level reporting on performance, risk, forecasting, and pipeline Champion company culture, staff engagement, and operational excellence About You Extensive leadership experience at Contracts/Operations Director or Senior Project/Contracts Manager level Strong background in construction, housebuilding, or major works delivery Proven ability to lead large teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously Commercially astute with strong financial, contractual, and strategic awareness Excellent client‑facing communicator with the ability to build long-term relationships Forward-thinking, innovative, and able to influence business-wide performance Full UK driving licence and relevant senior-level qualifications (SMSTS, CSCS Black/Platinum, NEBOSH or equivalent desirable) What's on Offer Competitive salary £85,000-£110,000, depending on experience Executive‑level package, car/allowance, bonus, and benefits Senior leadership role with real influence and autonomy Well-established contractor with strong regional reputation and secured pipeline Opportunity to shape operational strategy and future growth What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield. As our Commercial Manager, you will manage and co-ordinate the designated commercial team to ensure the smooth operation of the commercial function and the delivery of annual plans and forecasts. Responsible for the cost control of projects throughout the construction process, including procurement of subcontractors and materials in line with Build & Budget requirements. 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. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree in Surveying, Building or similar A member of or working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)Extensive experience working within a residential house builder Previous experience as a Managing QS or Commercial Manager within the industry A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Experience or people management and project leading Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Must be proficient with Coins IT system & Viewpoint document management system Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Capable of strategic vision Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itMore about the Commercial Manager role… Ensure compliance with the company's Quantity Assurance Procedures and Health & Safety Policy. Where possible to look for areas of cost savings whilst projects are live. Liaise with all other departments to ensure cost effective delivery of the regions budgeted output. From time to time take on any other specific requirements requested by the Commercial Director to the benefit of the region's commercial operations. Attend design review meetings and pre-planning technical department meetings to understand pre-planning application works and the consequences on the development's financial forecasts. Attend land department meetings to understand and produce viability costs and implications including relevant Section Agreement obligations and legal requirements. Work with build and commercial teams to ensure that the contractual position of the company is protected as can be reasonably foreseen. Attend group best practice meetings to share and gain knowledge. Provide accurate build costs for use in budgets, forecasts and valuations. Ensure build cost information is up to date to enable accurate estimating. Periodically review and update forecasts and budgets. Including for later phases on sites. Working with the line manager (or Estimator if available) to ensure estimated costs of all works are available and up to date, including the preparation of viability back up for use by the land department. Oversee the preparation of substructure quantities for use with alternative foundation designs. Oversee the preparation of estimated costs of elevational treatments and styles for use with the Divisional House Range. Respond to any variations, errors or omissions. Provide all house type cost information for use with budgeting and forecasting procedures, as requested. Prepare the actual costs of "lettings" and provide a cost comparison against the base estimate. Ensure that costs are kept within forecast and estimates where possible, and that the department operates within the guidelines determined in the Group Commercial Best Practice. Coordinate the measure and payments to subcontractors including guidance to Surveyors to ensure that works are certified for payment in accordance with Company procedures. Ensure that Roads & Sewers payments are checked thoroughly including any relevant measures. Provide variance report for use by Regional Commercial Director. Provide overheads report for use by Regional Commercial Director. Provide year-end report for use by Regional Commercial Director. Coordinate cash flow forecasts for each site, to be monitored against monthly payments. Liaise with customer care to ensure that any remedials are being contra charged and process followed. Raise sales invoices for shared costs and other sundry contracts. Liaise with Technical, Planning & Finance to ensure accurate & timely reporting of fee schedules including S106. Ensure rebate information for Group is collated and returned by the required deadlines. Carry out monthly cost/value report for the Region including coordinating and checking of CVR's and back up prior to the monthly meeting, all in accordance with Group Audit requirements and company procedures. Carry out periodic valuations in accordance with Company Policy, including coordination of HA valuations & invoices. Report of any major variances to the Regional Commercial Director. Respond to contract variances in respect of quality, performance, programme, costs and specification. Liaises with all Departments in matters relating to the effective administration of site development schemes. Identify non-compliance and rectify and resolve problems. Settle contract price variations. If non-compliance with above, then discuss determination of the contract with the Regional Commercial Director and Area Build Directors. Ensure that quotes for purchaser's extras are provided to the Sales Team in accordance with Commercial Best Practice and project the Regions target gross margin for this service. Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the company. Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from build teams. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Work with Build and other depts to ensure working relationship with key suppliers & subcontractors is maintained where possible. Ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed of key departmental developments.Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us… 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 functional 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. #LI-AD1

Job Title: Project Manager – Retail Fit Out Location: Wakefield, Yorkshire – Flexible to travel Company: Unite People Build is a leading Construction Recruitment company operating nationwide. We specialise in connecting skilled construction professionals with reputable companies, projects, whilst ensuring both our clients and candidates receive exceptional service. Job Description: Our client is currently seeking an experienced Retail Project Manager to join their well established construction business based in Wakefield. The successful candidate will have experience in managing multiple sites, overseeing and delivering a wide range of high-profile, fast track retail projects, managing all stages of the projects and coordinating with subcontractors and clients to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met while maintaining the high standard of service expected by the company. Key Requirements: • Valid SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid, • Full UK driving license, • Experience in fast track retail fit out projects Responsibilities: • Full project management, leading the planning, scheduling, and delivery of retail fit out projects from concept through to handover., • Manage Health and Safety and Implement all statutory regulatory and company requirements., • Multiple site teams reporting to you, • Conduct regular site meetings, progress reviews, and communicate project updates to the Operations Director and Stakeholders, • Coordinate with subcontractors and site personnel, • Develop, control and ensure delivery against the project budgets., • Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 How to Apply: If you meet the specified qualifications and are available to start on the specified date, please submit your updated CV along with copies of your relevant certifications

Senior Environmental Advisor – Wakefield What’s in it for you… We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it. ?25 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more ?Group Personal Pension Plan ?Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications ?24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services ?Cycle to Work scheme ?Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more! ?Life assurance cover ?Long service recognition ?Active local social committees ?Regular social events ?Paid volunteering opportunities in your community ? About the role… The Senior Environmental Advisor is responsible for monitoring and reporting on compliance with our Corporate and Divisional ISO 14001 management systems, waste obligations, contract requirements, and legislative obligations. This includes auditing and updating the environmental, waste management, management systems. This is a full-time permanent role based from our Wakefield office with Hybrid working. As Senior Environmental Advisor you will… ?Monitor, review, and audit compliance with environmental legislation, ISO 14001 management systems, and contract requirements. ?Act as Technically Competent Manager (TCM) for Waste, ensuring compliance with relevant waste permits. ?Support the Group SHEQ Compliance Manager and Divisional Heads of SHEQ with audits, guidance, and the development of internal audit plans. ?Lead engagement with external ISO certification bodies and support ESG reporting requirements, including energy and carbon capture plans. ?Investigate environmental incidents, provide feedback, and liaise with enforcing authorities when needed. ?Support bids, project teams, and operations with the implementation and development of Environmental Management Systems and controls. ?Contribute to internal communications, training, and development of environmental reports, case studies, and carbon monitoring. ?Provide audit findings and recommendations to the Group SHEQ Director, highlighting risks, improvements, and best practices. About you… This opportunity is perfect for someone who is self-motivated and keen to learn and develop. You’ll bring a strong background in Environmental Management, ideally with experience in the Utilities or Construction sectors, along with a solid understanding of ISO 14001 and environmental management systems. You’re passionate about driving high standards, confident managing audits and stakeholders, and known for being a reliable, collaborative team player who takes ownership and delivers. Our commitment to Equal Opportunities... We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR. Next steps... If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info

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