Assistant Quantity Surveyor
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
- Truro
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2021
- Closes
- 08 Jul 2021
- Sectors
- Construction & Skilled Trades, Surveying
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Vistry Partnerships is a market leader in the high-growth partnerships housing sector. The business works closely with Governmental bodies, housing associations and local authorities across its 10 regional offices. We have established a hard-earned reputation for delivery, quality and sector knowledge across all housing tenures.
In a Nutshell:
We have a superb opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Vistry Partnerships South West, for various sites in Cornwall.
As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial delivery of residential redevelopment schemes across the Cornwall Region for Vistry Partnerships. You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of JCT, PFI and bespoke contracts and possess an appreciation of project processes along with design and risk management. You will have experience of commercial assistance in delivering major affordable housing and contracting schemes with values in excess of GBP5m. You will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region.
What we would like from you:
Key Responsibilities -
Strive to optimise the profitability of the Contracts.
Ensure that the Contracts achieve the optimum cashflow position.
Assist with contract documentation and sub-contract documentation so that it is completed and forwarded to the Commercial Manager for authorisation and storage.
Compliance with Commercial and Company procedures through the Business Management System.
Assisting in the presentation of external valuations to the Client's Representative.
Assisting in preparation of pricing variations for agreement with the Client's Representative.
Prepare and manage subcontract accounts from inception to final accounts under the guidance of the senior commercial team.
Assist in the Subcontract procurement strategy and implementation.
Ensure the procurement of sub-contractors is in line with the Vistry Business Management System and that the packages cover the scope of the works.
Check and ensure compliance and issuing of timely Payment and Pay less notices to Subcontractors.
Work towards the achievement of objectives and targets for the Contract teams.
Assist in the preparation of monthly CVR & VCA reports for presentation to the Business Unit Management.
Monitoring the risk and opportunity schedule and managing risk from Commencement to Completion.
Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings.
Ensure a proactive approach to dispute avoidance.
Ensure company health and safety standards and procedures are followed throughout the team. Competencies -
Should ideally have worked at a similar level within a Construction organisation for at least two years.
Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience.
Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on- site environment.
Well-developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills
Degree qualified preferable.
Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification.
At least 2 years' experience working within the construction industryThe Good Stuff:
Vistry Partnerships is a fast paced and exciting place to work. We offer our employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers with us.
Some of our key benefits include???
Competitive salary and package
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per annum
Private Healthcare
Company Contributory Pension Scheme
Sharesave scheme
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance (role and geographic dependant)
Support with a professional membershipLet's tell you a bit more about us???
The Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds - we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality.
We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career.
Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us within Vistry Group - we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us - we will always be happy to help
Vistry Partnerships is a market leader in the high-growth partnerships housing sector. The business works closely with Governmental bodies, housing associations and local authorities across its 10 regional offices. We have established a hard-earned reputation for delivery, quality and sector knowledge across all housing tenures.
In a Nutshell:
We have a superb opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Vistry Partnerships South West, for various sites in Cornwall.
As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial delivery of residential redevelopment schemes across the Cornwall Region for Vistry Partnerships. You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of JCT, PFI and bespoke contracts and possess an appreciation of project processes along with design and risk management. You will have experience of commercial assistance in delivering major affordable housing and contracting schemes with values in excess of GBP5m. You will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region.
What we would like from you:
Key Responsibilities -
Strive to optimise the profitability of the Contracts.
Ensure that the Contracts achieve the optimum cashflow position.
Assist with contract documentation and sub-contract documentation so that it is completed and forwarded to the Commercial Manager for authorisation and storage.
Compliance with Commercial and Company procedures through the Business Management System.
Assisting in the presentation of external valuations to the Client's Representative.
Assisting in preparation of pricing variations for agreement with the Client's Representative.
Prepare and manage subcontract accounts from inception to final accounts under the guidance of the senior commercial team.
Assist in the Subcontract procurement strategy and implementation.
Ensure the procurement of sub-contractors is in line with the Vistry Business Management System and that the packages cover the scope of the works.
Check and ensure compliance and issuing of timely Payment and Pay less notices to Subcontractors.
Work towards the achievement of objectives and targets for the Contract teams.
Assist in the preparation of monthly CVR & VCA reports for presentation to the Business Unit Management.
Monitoring the risk and opportunity schedule and managing risk from Commencement to Completion.
Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings.
Ensure a proactive approach to dispute avoidance.
Ensure company health and safety standards and procedures are followed throughout the team. Competencies -
Should ideally have worked at a similar level within a Construction organisation for at least two years.
Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience.
Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on- site environment.
Well-developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills
Degree qualified preferable.
Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification.
At least 2 years' experience working within the construction industryThe Good Stuff:
Vistry Partnerships is a fast paced and exciting place to work. We offer our employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers with us.
Some of our key benefits include???
Competitive salary and package
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per annum
Private Healthcare
Company Contributory Pension Scheme
Sharesave scheme
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance (role and geographic dependant)
Support with a professional membershipLet's tell you a bit more about us???
The Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds - we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality.
We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career.
Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us within Vistry Group - we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us - we will always be happy to help