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We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Buyer or Buyer to join a new region of an award-winning Housebuilder with their region based in Berkshire. The ideal candidate will have exposure to residential construction; volume is preferred but not a pre-requisite. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing region and work on a brand new scheme. Key Responsibilities: Procurement & Package Management: Command all procurement workflows for the their brand new development, taking full ownership of scheduling, negotiating, and managing the end-to-end buying process for the site. Supply Chain & Subcontractor Operations: Coordinate subcontract packages across the South Coast, Thames Valley, and South Midlands regions, ensuring commercial alignment, accurate forecasting, and rigorous cost control. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with the Head of Commercial, site teams, and the wider commercial department to ensure seamless procurement progression from pre-construction to final project handover. Cost & Materials Control: Oversee material ordering schedules, material pricing, and logistics to protect project margins, mitigate cost inflation, and drive financial efficiency across all live developments. Please get in touch for more details and a confidential chat with Jonty. Ref: 4494JM

We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Buyer or Buyer to join a new region of an award-winning Housebuilder with their region based in Berkshire. The ideal candidate will have exposure to residential construction; volume is preferred but not a pre-requisite. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing region and work on a brand new scheme. Key Responsibilities: • Procurement & Package Management: Command all procurement workflows for the their brand new development, taking full ownership of scheduling, negotiating, and managing the end-to-end buying process for the site., • Supply Chain & Subcontractor Operations: Coordinate subcontract packages across the South Coast, Thames Valley, and South Midlands regions, ensuring commercial alignment, accurate forecasting, and rigorous cost control., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with the Head of Commercial, site teams, and the wider commercial department to ensure seamless procurement progression from pre-construction to final project handover., • Cost & Materials Control: Oversee material ordering schedules, material pricing, and logistics to protect project margins, mitigate cost inflation, and drive financial efficiency across all live developments. Please get in touch for more details and a confidential chat with Jonty. Ref: 4494JM

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. To find out more about our Property and Buildings business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings | WSP You will be central to the highly collaborative Services South team; based across the Heathrow office primarily. Your role will be at the heart of our high performing team, using your skills and expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency; whilst leading the teams senior engineers in their day to day project management activities. • Leadership: Leading and mentoring commercial team members, ensuring effective coordination between commercial, project, and technical teams. Providing clear commercial direction to support delivery outcomes aligned with programme, budget, and contractual requirements., • Commercial Management: Developing and managing commercial strategies and controls across projects, including cost planning, forecasting, and reporting. Supporting the setup of projects within financial systems (including Task 99 structures), ensuring appropriate allocation of budgets, cost tracking, and financial governance across workstreams., • Financial Management: Producing and overseeing financial reports, including cost forecasts, revenue tracking, invoicing, cash collection, and contribution to monthly project reviews. Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and supporting actions to maintain or improve project financial performance., • Business Development: Leading or supporting the commercial aspects of tender bids, including pricing strategies, commercial risk assessments, and contractual inputs. Working with wider WSP teams to support cross‑selling opportunities and ensure commercially robust proposals., • Client Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with clients, supporting commercial discussions, negotiations, and agreement of changes. Working collaboratively with project and client teams to achieve commercially sound outcomes while supporting overall project objectives., • Compliance: Supporting adherence to contractual obligations, governance processes, and financial controls. Contributing to audit requirements, maintaining clear commercial records, and supporting compliance with internal policies and client‑specific commercial frameworks., • Our team is comprised of approximately 60 engineers working across the Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health specialisms, • Our team is split across our Brighton, Southampton, Heathrow, Basingstoke and Guildford offices giving the flexibility or work in either location on any given day. Many of our team choose to alternate the office they work in to suit personal and client needs., • As part of our team, you would be working on some of our major projects predominantly at Heathrow Airport. This will be as part of a multi‑disciplinary offering and so experience in building services, structural and civil engineering disciplines will be an advantage., • You will be reporting to our Director that manages the various Frameworks at London Heathrow., • You will be able to utilise graduate, assistant, senior and principal engineers in supporting roles around you, as well as dedicated BIM and Sustainability specialists to contribute to the successful delivery of your projects., • Extensive experience in commercial management, cost control, and financial planning within the construction or Building Services sector, within aviation or major infrastructure environments., • Experience in managing commercial processes, systems, and tools (including cost management systems, forecasting tools, and enterprise resource planning), ensuring robust financial control across projects and programmes., • In‑depth understanding of commercial and contractual management, including administration of NEC/JCT contracts, change control, variations, and claims management., • Proven ability to lead commercial activities independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing clear commercial direction and influencing project outcomes., • Experience in managing the commercial aspects of technical projects within property and buildings, with a clear understanding of how design and delivery decisions impact cost, risk, and margin., • Ability to represent WSP in commercial discussions with clients, contractors, and supply chain partners, supporting negotiations and ensuring commercially sound outcomes aligned with client objectives., • Have financial acumen, including experience in forecasting, cost reporting, margin management, and identifying commercial risks and opportunities., • Recent, demonstrable experience in leading commercial management across complex projects, including managing contractual risk, supporting dispute resolution, and driving improved commercial performance., • Lead the commercial management of Building Services and multi‑d projects and frameworks at Heathrow, providing strategic direction across the project lifecycle, • Influence business and project decisions to optimise commercial outcomes, balancing risk and opportunity, • Provide early commercial input into bids, pricing strategies, and delivery models, • Act as a trusted advisor to Project Directors and senior leadership on commercial matters, • Oversee the administration of contracts (e.g. NEC, bespoke Heathrow forms), ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and risk positions, • Lead contract negotiations, variations, and change control processes, ensuring robust commercial governance, • Provide clear interpretation of contract provisions to project teams, supporting informed decision‑making, • Manage and respond to contractual correspondence, notices, and claims, • Lead financial monitoring and reporting across projects, including cost management, revenue forecasting, and margin analysis, • Ensure that financial data is accurate, consistent, and aligned with project and business reporting requirements, • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities affecting financial performance and provide actionable insights, • Support the development of robust cost plans and financial controls, • Identify commercial risks and opportunities at project and portfolio level, • Develop and implement mitigation or enhancement strategies to protect and improve commercial performance, • Maintain clear visibility of risk exposure and ensure alignment with governance processes, • Support resolution of disputes and commercial challenges through structured negotiation, • Oversee procurement strategies for Building Services packages, ensuring value for money and alignment with project objectives, • Manage relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors, including performance monitoring and issue resolution, • Ensure that supply chain engagements are commercially robust and compliant with contractual requirements, • Work closely with internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners to support effective commercial decision‑making, • Build strong relationships with Heathrow commercial and programme teams, • Provide clear commercial advice to non‑commercial stakeholders, supporting informed and balanced decisions, • Lead, mentor, and develop commercial team members, supporting professional development (e.g. MRICS progression), • Promote consistency and best practice in commercial management across the team, • Support recruitment and capability planning in line with business needs We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity. We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke 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. 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 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 Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role 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) Maintain a half yearly site reserve list. 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. 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. Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams 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

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Basingstoke Job Type: Full timeIn a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke 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 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 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 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 Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role 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 purchasers 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 clients 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 businesss 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 groundworks 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. 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 Vistry. #LI-TP1

• Assistant Commercial Manager, • Rate: £250 - £350 p/d (inside IR35), • Location - Remote, • Duration: 3-months Our client is a leading technology and technical services business, delivering critical digital infrastructure across the UK and Ireland. They design, build and maintain complex solutions that keep people connected and essential services running safely. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their Highways team with additional support across a range of key contracts. Key Responsibilities: • Reporting to the Commercial Manager you will work closely with the wider commercial team, Telent legal, and the wider Telent Project team to provide commercial support and expertise to help ensure Telent is exercising its responsibilities fully in line with all contractual obligations, and in a way that ultimately delivers both best value for Telent and a delighted customer., • You will have the opportunity to be involved with the ongoing contract management and contract change control for a major high value project as well as the potential involvement with a number of smaller contracts and projects as they come on board., • Have the desire to learn and develop your commercial skills in order to work with minimal supervision within the corporate governance structure., • The role will require commercial experience and knowledge that can be drawn on to understand and implement the requirements of the business. Deliverables: • Providing advice on contract documents and schedules to the wider project team, • Provide general commercial advice and assistance to the wider project team including supporting Innovation Project bidding, • Co-ordination of the signature process for Contract Changes, Non-Disclosure Agreements and other contractual documents;, • Responsible for building a strong working relationship of mutual trust and respect with the relevant members of the Customers Team and key internal customer groups, • Manage Contract Change processes, from Change Request, Impact Assessments through to signature of the Contract Change, • Draft standard contract change requirements, and support the Commercial Manager in the development of more complex change requirements., • Maintain Change and Innovation Projects Logs, • Arrange signature and appropriately file Contract Changes, • Maintain a working copy of the Agreement incorporating the agreed change, • Provide support and tracking of the proposal and approval process for additional projects work ensuring the applicable internal and customer approval paperwork is appropriately completed and managed., • Log and maintain contractual documentation on the central document management system ensuring current issues are always in place, • Arrange and co-ordinate the meetings that underpin the Contract Management Process and manage, write and circulate the minutes and other associated documentation (change log etc)., • Provide commercial support and assistance as required to the Commercial Manager including assisting with larger/more complex contract changes and commercial contracts etc., • Become knowledgeable on the contract, • Support full delivery of smaller contracts, being the key Commercial contact in some cases, • Deputise for the Commercial Manager in their absence Experience: • Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written;, • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail;, • Good understanding of commercial risks and issues;, • Customer facing experience essential;, • Contract law knowledge desirable, • Experience of drafting contract changes/variations desirable, • Understanding of commercial processes and typical contractual terms, • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications; essential are Word and Excel, Powerpoint is desirable. Qualifications: Degree/HND/HNC in a legal or other appropriate discipline is desirable but not essential. Depth and breadth of experience will be taken into account where these qualifications have not been attained. For more information, please contact Scarlet Wilson. JBRP1_UKTJ

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke office. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will report to the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and will assist the commercial delivery of residential development schemes. Assist the Surveying department with cost management for development and contracting projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region. 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, • HNC / Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Construction management or equivalent, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Good understanding of standard measurement rules, • Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge, • 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, • Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require Desirable • HND/or Degree in Construction, • Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or,, • Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS), • COINS systems management knowledge More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role • Attend the site pre-start meeting to understand the construction issue drawings with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor., • Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades., • Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels., • Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend sub-contract pre-order meetings., • Liaise with Build Department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions., • Assist with the production of 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., • To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements., • Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager., • Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • 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, assist in determining a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect., • Diligently use the BMS and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc., • Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations., • Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project., • Assist with the preparation and agreement of sub-contract final accounts., • Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information and to allow others to do likewise in accordance with the Business Management System ., • Assist with maintaining final account schedules., • Ensure to continue self development and follow training plan., • Attend departmental meetings as required., • Deal with queries from colleagues., • Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions., • Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them at all times., • Reporting any accidents or near misses immediately to your Manager and record them in the accident book., • Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager., • Wear appropriate protective clothing on site at all times., • Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. 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 JBRP1_UKTJ

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Ministry of Defence Project This leading main contractor has an immediate need for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work within an established MOD Government projects division. The initial project you will be involved with is a refurbishment at a live MOD facility in the Portsmouth area. The project is valued at £18m and will be spread over 2yrs. The general projects consist of a range from new and refurbished accommodation blocks, roof replacements and structural changes, office refurbs and other small construction project around military bases. You will as Assistant Quantity Surveyor, worked within main contracting for at least 2yrs. This role offers good working flexibility of which you will manage your week between the office in Surrey, this initial project in Hampshire and working remotely. The ideal candidate for this leading main contractor would be familiar with MOD government projects however, not essential. A basic knowledge of JCT, Bespoke and NEC contracts would be beneficial as you will be covering the different forms. A few good years working within main contracting and specifically refurbishment and small new builds is required. You may have a UK Quantity Surveying qualification or be working towards being qualified and must live within a reasonable commute to Portsmouth. This company will not offer sponsorship, and you must have a right to work in the UK. If you have read the above description and feel you are suitable for this Quantity Surveyor role or would like further information on other Quantity Surveyor, Contract Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Management positions please contact Lee Kidd at the O'Neill & Brennan London Office. O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation

A leading Facilities Management provider is seeking an Assistant Electrical Technical Manager in Portsmouth. This is an excellent step-up opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer who wants to move beyond a traditional hands-on role and develop within a complex, critical environment. The Role As the Assistant Electrical Technical Manager, you’ll: Plan and undertake LV electrical inspection and testing. Complete EICRs, Minor Works Certificates and Electrical Installation Certificates. Maintain compliance and certification records through CAFM systems. Support the management of LV and HV electrical distribution systems. Diagnose complex electrical faults and provide technical support. Manage specialist contractors, including reviewing RAMS and issuing permits to work. Assist with electrical compliance, lifecycle plans and technical projects. Participate in the on-call rota, currently 1 week in 4. You To be successful, you’ll bring: City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing or equivalent. NVQ Level 3 Electrical or equivalent. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. Strong electrical installation, inspection and testing experience. Experience completing EICRs and electrical certification. Good knowledge of LV electrical distribution and switchgear. Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills. A good understanding of electrical compliance and Health & Safety. AM2, previous HV exposure or experience within healthcare, commercial, industrial or other critical environments would be advantageous. What's in it for you? The biggest attraction is the development and progression opportunity. You'll receive training and support to progress towards: LV Authorised Person. HV Authorised Person. IOSH Managing Safely. Technical, project and management development. Longer-term progression towards a Technical Manager position. You'll also receive: £40,000–£42,000 salary. Additional on-call payment of approximately £270 per month. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Permanent, full-time position – 37.5 hours per week. Life cover, employee discounts, wellbeing support and additional company benefits. A Standard DBS check is required for this position. Apply Now! If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a genuine opportunity to step into technical management and develop your LV and HV Authorised Person qualifications, click Apply Now and submit your CV. Interviews are taking place now, so early applications are encouraged

We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Buyer or Buyer to join a new region of an award-winning Housebuilder with their region based in Berkshire. The ideal candidate will have exposure to residential construction; volume is preferred but not a pre-requisite. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing region and work on a brand new scheme. Key Responsibilities: • Procurement & Package Management: Command all procurement workflows for the their brand new development, taking full ownership of scheduling, negotiating, and managing the end-to-end buying process for the site., • Supply Chain & Subcontractor Operations: Coordinate subcontract packages across the South Coast, Thames Valley, and South Midlands regions, ensuring commercial alignment, accurate forecasting, and rigorous cost control., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with the Head of Commercial, site teams, and the wider commercial department to ensure seamless procurement progression from pre-construction to final project handover. Cost & Materials Control: Oversee material ordering schedules, material pricing, and logistics to protect project margins, mitigate cost inflation, and drive financial efficiency across all live developments. Please get in touch for more details and a confidential chat with Jonty. Ref: 4494JM

Candidate required: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP Industry: Construction Professionals South Location: New Forest, Hampshire The role & about the client: ITS (Construction Professionals South) are recruiting on behalf of an established and highly regarded residential construction company specialising in the delivery of bespoke homes, extensions, renovations, conservation projects and outbuildings across the New Forest and surrounding areas. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the commercial management of a range of high-quality residential projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established business with a strong reputation for quality, craftsmanship and delivering complex residential projects to a high standard. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team, taking ownership of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage the commercial aspects of multiple residential construction projects from pre-construction through to completion. Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost plans and forecasts. Manage procurement and subcontractor packages. Review, analyse and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Prepare and manage valuations, applications for payment and final accounts. Assess, value and manage variations and changes throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor project costs, expenditure and cash flow. Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities. Produce regular cost and commercial reports for senior management. Work closely with the Contracts and Project Management teams to ensure projects remain commercially controlled. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. Attend project and commercial meetings as required. Ensure contractual obligations are understood and effectively managed. Provide commercial support during the tender and pre-construction stages. Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure effective commercial governance throughout delivery. The ideal candidate will have/be: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry. Previous experience working on residential construction projects, ideally within the bespoke or high-end residential sector. Strong working knowledge of JCT forms of contract. Experience managing subcontractor packages, valuations, variations and final accounts. Strong commercial awareness with excellent attention to detail. Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. A proactive, organised and commercially driven approach. Confident working independently whilst also being part of a wider project team. Relevant Quantity Surveying or construction-related qualification is advantageous. RICS membership or working towards chartership would be advantageous but is not essential. The projects: The successful candidate will be involved in a varied portfolio of high-quality residential projects, including: Bespoke new-build homes. High-end residential extensions. Renovations and refurbishments. Period and listed properties. Conservation and restoration projects. Garages, studios and specialist outbuildings. Complex residential alterations and improvements. What's on offer: Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Permanent position with an established and growing residential contractor. Opportunity to work on high-quality and varied bespoke residential projects. Long-term career opportunity within a reputable and quality-focused business. Excellent working environment within an experienced project team. Genuine opportunity to take ownership of the commercial delivery of projects. Projects based predominantly across the New Forest and Hampshire. How to apply: Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence. The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all

What Are We Looking For? Owing to continued sustainable growth, our Chemical Dosing and Wastewater Solutions team is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join us on a permanent basis, and work as part of our in-house, multidisciplinary design team. You will take on a fully supported leading role in all aspects of projects, from scoping and detailed design through to implementation, working with a multi-disciplinary team to service the needs of the Water sector. Some typical projects you will be working on include legacy PLC/control system replacements (utilising our in-house SI capability), legacy MCC replacements, newbuild water treatment plants as well as MEICA upgrades to existing plants. As part of industry-leading multi-disciplined project teams, some of your key responsibilities will include: Developing industry leading electrical and instrumentation/control concept and detailed designs. Close liaison across our multi-disciplined engineering teams. Participating in safety studies (Hazop) etc. Leading the EICA engineering input to and review of design solutions for MCC, PLC and instrumentation from suppliers both within and out with the RSE group. Working with our in-house construction and commissioning teams to ensure we deliver a high quality solution to our clients. Mentoring and developing the next generation of EICA Engineering talent What Do You Need? Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Knowledge of British and European design standards. A passion to succeed and develop your career A proven track record as a Trainee or Assistant Electrical Engineer, or completion of a Graduate Training programme post degree in both a design office and a construction environment within the water (or related process) industry. Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. Hybrid Working (where applicable) A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal) Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply no

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke 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. 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 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 Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirable… Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role… 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) Maintain a half yearly site reserve list. 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. 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. Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teamsFinally, 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

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke office. As our Senior Buyer, you will provide a full range of cost control, forecasting and financial reporting duties on all aspects of materials supply and plant for construction work within your region. Working closely with the wider Commercial team, you will be responsible for the performance of the sites within 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 5 or more GCSE passes at grades A - C, including English and Mathematics Proven length of experience working for a contractor or residential house developer in a buying role. A good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge of construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Ability to assess and analyse information Good commercial 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 Willingness to go above and beyond to meet deadlines as and when the business requires it.Desirable… Degree in Construction or similar, or, HNC / ONC in Construction or similar Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) Experience of COINSMore about the Senior Buyer role… Manage, coach and develop the Assistant Buyer to create a high-performing and efficient team, working closely with key stakeholders within the business Lead the pre-start meetings, including the presentation of relevant Health & Safety documentation Support the wider Commercial and Buying team with new products and innovation by investigating new solutions and innovations within the industry Deputise for the Buying / Procurement Manager where necessary and assist with the production of sales specifications for each project Agree the price specification with manufacturers of key suppliers, preparing the CPC1 (Material Costs) including providing material schedules from working drawings Input material schedules onto the relevant system and produce material budgets for the Surveying team Place material orders and procure additional materials not covered by schedules and place supplementary orders, analysing any variations Place plant orders by liaising with the Construction Director for compound layout and site set-up Produce cost reports and provide analysis of material costs for completion, actioning material and plant invoices Ensure all materials are delivered to sites in line with current build programmes, specification and are purchased at competitive prices inline with the companies group & regional deals where applicable. Ensure the procurement of all sites/buying phases are continually monitored against budget. Maintain an up to date library of standard house type material schedules. Produce accurate site specific material schedules and process material orders. Monitor material order values against budget values and address large variations with the Regional Regional Buying Manager. Ensure the tender process is adhered to for all new sites/phases in line with the regions tendering/procurement policy. Negotiate regional bulk price agreements and ensure competitive quotations are obtained for materials not covered by bulk agreements. Continually monitor price agreements to ensure they always remain competitive. Continually monitor supplier performance and hold regular meetings with main suppliers. Place orders for key showhome materials before pre-start meetings if required to meet showhouse programme dates. Process site purchase orders for replacement materials and produce monthly reports detailing expenditure. Continually research new products. Ensure the invoice checking procedure is being carried out and where necessary negotiate credits. Monitor the goods received sheets and liaise with build and site managers to ensure correct completion procedures are maintained. Complete stock valuation exercised as required during the year. Continually monitor material lead times, keeping build and site managers informed, instigate forward material allocation when necessary. Manage site call-offs and carry out regular stock takes to ensure site stocks remain cost effective. Maintain general specification for the regions housing range and ensure compliance with divisional general specification. Manage all amendments to specification as and when required. Monitor plant levels and ensure it is off lined when no longer needed. Ensure some labour and all material sub-contractors are procured within the agreed programme and to within budgetary levels. Ensure the efficient running of the computerised sub-contract purchasing system. Maintain a library of standard house type sub-contract schedules. Manage estimating functions for production of accurate estimated costs for housing, roads and sewers. Produce site specific material schedules. Ensure the material database is kept up to date. Ensure material tender lists are prepared in conjunction with the build department, and to the approval of the Regional Buying Manager / Commercial Manager/ Ensure tenders are checked and comply with site specification and current trade specifications, and the tender drawings for the site include the Bovis Homes standard details. Produce reports comparing tender prices obtained, and an analysis of how they compare to the viability. Report to the Regional Buying Manager / Commercial Manager on the tender enquiry status and seek authorisation to place sub-contract orders. Ensure all material orders are processed correctly and efficiently. Ensure copies of approved material tenders lists, authorised tender enquiry summaries and cost valuation reports are kept on record. Continually monitor sub-contractor performance by liaising with build and surveying personnel. Ensure company procedures are followed with regard to the termination of any material suppliers and seek to replace with an alternative material supplier within budgetary levels.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

We Are WES – A Market Leader in Chemical Dosing Solutions What Are We Looking For? Due to continued growth, WES, part of the RSE Group, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join us on a permanent basis in Basingstoke. Working alongside the Project Management team, this role will support the successful delivery of projects from handover through to completion. The Assistant Project Manager will help coordinate technical, commercial and operational activities, maintain effective communication with clients and internal stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with agreed programme, quality and budget requirements. Some of Your Key Duties Include: • Assist with project planning to achieve optimum WES and agreed client installation & delivery dates., • Support the review and coordination of project design information, equipment schedules, P&ID’s, layouts, calculations, etc, ensuring information is appropriate and suitable to achieve project performance requirements., • Assist with project cost & budget monitoring, helping to identify opportunities to achieve or improve upon agreed project margins., • Support materials & equipment procurement to ensure effectiveness and an appropriate cost / quality balance., • Assist with change & variation management & control, maintaining accurate records and supporting appropriate contract administration and communication of changes and variations., • Support the delivery of projects in accordance with operational safety requirements, and the company’s and statutory HSEQ policies and regulations., • Prepare and coordinate documents & information to allow workshop manufacture / assembly of projects to be efficient & effective., • Support the management of customer & WES stakeholder expectations through project review meetings, progress updates, action tracking and regular communication., • Assist with planning & preparation of documents & information to allow site installation activities to be undertaken efficiently & effectively., • Support the coordination of system commissioning, certification, & documentation., • Assist with contract compliance activities including payment applications, notices, submissions and project records., • Support the Project Management team in delivering the Business Plan in alignment with the Chem-Bio Group goals & objectives., • Engage in the overriding philosophy of Standardisation & Productisation throughout the project lifecycle and support the management of internal & external drivers of such., • Support the delivery and tracking of project milestones, with a drive to standardise the products within the Business Stream portfolio., • Develop an understanding of contract and commercial terms and support their correct and effective administration., • Assist with the interpretation of the WES proposal, client specification & expectations of all parties. What Do You Need? • Experience within an engineering, project, technical or supervisory environment, with an interest in developing a career in Project Management., • Engineering qualification such as HNC/HND or above in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, • Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day-to-day workloads within a busy environment., • Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients, suppliers and other stakeholders., • Driven, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team., • Innovative thinking, with an ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies., • Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment., • Full UK Driving Licence WES - Who Are We? WES is one of the leading suppliers of specialist Chemical Dosing systems in the UK. Simply put, we do it all. Our service offering includes design, manufacture, and installation of innovative chemical dosing solutions for the UK water industry and industrial manufacturing markets. Our nationwide coverage means WES is well placed to offer integrated solutions and support services across the UK. Uniquely, chemical dosing is not a division of WES, it is WES. We believe this gives us cutting edge advantage in the marketplace, and our people are at the forefront of our innovation. WES is part of the RSE group of companies, offering us a unique advantage in the marketplace. RSE is the leading partner of choice in the design, build & maintenance of water treatment & water recycling equipment. Delivering products and services to clients across the UK, RSE’s offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. RSE – Who Are We? Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What We Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that WES is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Holiday Allowance of 25 days + bank holidays. Other Benefits In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future, please apply now

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