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In a Nutshell We have a great opportunity for a Assistant Planning Manager to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our office in Exeter. As our Assistant Planning Manager, you will be reporting to the Head of Planning. As a key member of the Vistry Cornwall South West team, you will initially assist on all matters of planning from early site feasibility studies working with the land team to inform acquisition, through helping to manage multiple simultaneous planning applications through the planning process. 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 Relevant experience of working in a similar role within the housebuilding industry or; Architecture or Planning Degree or; Degree in Design, such as, Urban Layout, Landscape, Architectural Technology. experience working for a residential house builder Knowledge of the planning process and planning policy. Experience or people management and assisting with the planning process on a range of residential development schemes. Confidence in own ability to manage external teams. Capable of working under own initiative to achieve business targets. Resilient, positive, confident and assertive but diplomatic; A good communicator/listener; Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking Able to work under pressure. Desirable - Achieved or working towards MRTPI accreditation More about the Assistant Planning Manager role Assisting with the preparation of planning strategy documents. Maintain the business planning tracker Assisting with stakeholder and LPA engagement. Appointing and managing a consultant team to produce robust and timely planning applications. Assist with the submission of applications within agreed timescales to meet business targets. Working with colleagues and partners to manage applications and ensure that they processed through the application process at the earliest opportunity. Providing and assisting with detailed handovers to technical and wider delivery team upon the successful planning determinations. When required, organize, attend and minute client and /or internal project meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent Vistry. Assist with the preparation of internal gateway sign-off documentation under the Vistry Life of Site. Prepare and submit NMA, condition variation and condition discharge applications. Negotiate planning conditions, S106 requirements and make application for variations to legal agreements Resolve problems in collaboration with Vistry Cornwall Colleagues and project teams and colleagues to ensure successful delivery of schemes. Comply with all Group's policies including Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Maintain a high standard of professionalism and work within the core values of Vistry. 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-TP1 TPBN1_UKTJ

In a Nutshell We have a fantastic opportunity for a Planning Manager to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Exeter office. As our Planning Manager, you will be reporting into the Head of Planning. As an integral part of the development process you will lead on all matters of planning from early site feasibility studies working with the land team to inform acquisition, through to overseeing the planning process and seeing the site through to delivery working with our delivery and production teams. 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 Architecture or Planning Degree or Degree in Design, such as, Urban Layout, Landscape, Architectural Technology or; Relevant experience in the industry. Experience working within a residential house builder Knowledge or other design packages (photoshop, JPA designer, sketch-up) Experience or people management and project leading. Able to influence and persuade others to their point of view; Capable of implementing change and of using their initiative; Resilient, positive, confident and assertive but diplomatic; Strong mathematical ability; Able to manage and lead a team; A good communicator/listener; An awareness of the social and environmental impact of your work; Accurate with an eye for detail. Capable of strategic vision Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Behave in line with our values Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable. MRTPI qualified Achieved or working towards part 3 architect accreditation Achieved or working towards a BSc or an NVQ in Architectural Technology Membership of the (CIAT) Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists or the RIBA More about the Planning Manager role Developing the planning strategy and leading with the management and co-ordination of a professional consultant team in the promotion of the sites. Leading with stakeholder and LPA engagement. Working with colleagues and partners to ensure that appropriate and viable developments are achieved and delivered at the earliest opportunity. To undertake planning appraisals for these sites making recommendations to the board for investment. To manage the planning elements of the existing sites as required. Appoint and manage a consultant team to produce robust and timely planning applications to the appropriate planning authority. Follow Vistry sign off procedures and gateways for Pre-Planning submission internal sign off and post planning handovers to wider teams. Working alongside other members of the team to ensure that the proposals meet with the business plan. Manage the submission of applications to an agreed programme. Manage applications through the determination process leading with all stakeholder engagement. Providing detailed handovers to the delivery team upon the successful planning determinations. Identify and mitigate against risk and work with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to manage risk pre-start of each phase. When required, organise, lead/ attend and minute client and /or internal project meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent Vistry. Resolve problems in collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes. Promote and represent Vistry when appropriate to maximise development opportunities and the reputation of the company. When required, assess new business opportunities, undertake feasibility work, and prepare 'offer documentation' as required. Network with new and existing clients to identify opportunities to expand the business. Comply with all Group's policies including Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Any other task deemed necessary to the role. 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-TP1 TPBN1_UKTJ

Fixed Term Contracts Manager - South West Norse 12 Month Contract - December 2025-December 2026 Based in Exeter £37,003.20 per annum 40 hours per week Monday to Friday South West Norse represents the highly successful joint venture partnership between Norse Group and Devon County Council, providing a range of facilities management and contract services across the South West. We have a fantastic career opportunity for a Contracts Manager to join our well-equipped cleaning team-based Exeter. For this role, you will be responsible for the management of allocated contracts to ensure that they meet quality performance and operational targets set by the Area Manager. Alongside using your leadership capabilities, you will also establish and maintain first class individual working relationships with our client base and colleagues. You will further be responsible for: Management of onsite teams to deliver services and perform tasks as set out in the SLA, to include cleaning, Compliance, and waste control. To support the recruitment and appointment of caretaking and cleaning staff in consultation with Area Manager and clients. Ensure cleaning teams are adequately trained and competent in order to achieve the required standards of performance, flexibility, and safety. Ensure all relevant legislation, codes of practice, and Norse Group Policies are conformed to Our Successful Candidate We are looking for a talented individual that possesses extensive experience and knowledge of FM Soft Services as well as an ambition to develop within a national organisation. We are further looking for you to demonstrate: Experience managing a large cleaning team Experience in managing and liaising with subcontractors Fully conversant with Health & Safety legislation Able to influence others in a range of situations and work under pressure Excellent communication skills Full UK Driving Licence Our Offer * A competitive salary of £37,003.20 per annum * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) * Sickness Scheme: 4 weeks full pay plus 4 weeks half pay (first 2 days unpaid) (pro rata) * Nest pension scheme * Ongoing opportunities for further development and training All salaries for part-time positions are worked out pro-rata of the full-time equivalent salary shown in the advert, calculated on your contracted hours per week Please read the =job description and person specification to ensure you meet the criteria for the role before applying. An enhanced DBS check will be required for our successful candidate, payment will be met by the employer. Pleaseclick here for details of our DBS policy relating to the recruitment of ex-offenders. We are committed to employment practices and behaviours which encourage diversity, promote equality of treatment and eliminate unlawful and or unfair discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications. If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful and will not be progressed to the next stagec272c101-f45c-4783-b4a0-50ad222b87c0

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Exeter office.If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be be responsible for the management and reporting of costs relating to latent/legacy defects and customer care works.Your focus is to control the costs of these works ensuring value for money and achieving the required standards and quality.This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments, and final account settlement.Strong interpersonal skills are essential as you will be a key contact for our partners.We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but were 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.Lets cut to the chase, whats 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 Experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Strong mathematical ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Enthusiasm Flexibility Able to work within a busy team and under pressure Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable HND or higher qualification Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification National House builder experience Different methods of construction i.e.Timber Frame COINs user experience More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Working closely with other departments, you will attend customer care and partner meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend partner meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of procurement programmes Scope out and 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 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 alongside providing cost advice on any major variations prior to issue.You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors, negotiating the cost of variations.Collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, material order and preliminary / running costs.This will include providing monthly analysis of costs.Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for all elements of subcontractor works.You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out as required and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Provide cost advice to the Customer Service department to assist with the management of lower value instructions Contribute to the contra charge register, oversee notices / contentious contra charges with the Customer Care team and manage subcontractor retentions and releases in line with the contra charge register Defect liability- assist with ascertaining responsibility and the administering of notices Attend partner meetings, defect meetings and any applicable site meetings Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, lets tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, were 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 youll 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, were 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 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