We have a current opportunity for a Head of Commercial/ Commercial Director on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London. For further information about this position please apply. About Us: Is a residential-led mixed-used real estate development company driven by a vision to create the best possible lifestyle experience for its residents with a strong sense of community through an innovative, reliable and sustainable real estate operating platform. With its significant track record, we will focus on value-add developments, urban regenerations and refurbishments, offering targeted opportunities for co-investment alongside our partners' own equity. The interests of our client are always 100% aligned with its co-investors. We invest significantly alongside co-investors, on the same terms, sharing both success and failure in the same way. In addition, we do not charge co-investors any development management fees and only profits from the successful completion of development projects. Location: Central London with regular site visits Contract: Full-time Brief description of the role: The purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the successful delivery of complex development projects through defined milestones, from inception through to completion. The Head of Commercial / Commercial Director will assist the Construction Director in managing the entire commercial aspect of the delivery function, internal and external teams, methodology, procurement and budgets. Essential Job Functions, Duties and Responsibilities: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position but are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Qualifications and Skills: • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field. • Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within the surface protection or related industry. • Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, cost control, and contract management principles. • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Proficient in relevant software tools and applications. Leadership: • Accountable for providing leadership and mentoring to direct reports (internal or External) to ensure results are delivered. • Be a point of escalation on complex issues. • Ensure direct reports (internal or external) receive sufficient support from the business to carry out responsibilities and that all 'roadblocks' to success are removed. • Facilitate a collaborative working environment between the project and broader Group teams. Safety: • Rigorously support and strictly adhere to H&S standards and Incident and Injury Free (IIF) policy and vision. • Promote IIF culture and practices with all stakeholders. • Encourage IIF behaviours with the design, development and construction teams. • Be responsible for the incorporation and ongoing commitment to H&S standards and IIF requirements for the project. • Take part in regular safety inspections and safety audits. • Manage auditor sign offs and feedback down to the supply chain. Product Definition/Development Brief: • Help develop the Project Business Plan & the Final Development Brief in conjunction with the Sales and Marketing Team. • Finalise the Product Control Documents. • Assist with the selection, briefing and appointments of the design consultants. • Manage commercial aspects of the design development process via regularly scheduled coordination meetings and design workshops. Project Management: • Monitor the project master programme to meet approved cash flows, procurement and delivery deadlines for each project stage. • Manage the preparation of design and construction estimates. • Help prepare project viability appraisals and update them throughout the project lifecycle. • Attend and where required chair progress meetings and ensure timely circulation of meeting notes, with follow up communication to drive actions in a timely manner. Build Programme: • Monitor and review building programmes in conjunction with Project and Site Managers to ensure adherence to programmes. • Liaise with the development team on the appointment of suitable sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources and expertise to achieve required quality within agreed timescales. • Liaise with the sales team to ensure up to date understanding of sales exchange and completion targets in the area in order to ensure the Build Programme optimises revenue generation for each development. Build Quality: • Monitor and inspect developments regularly to ensure that all quality control procedures are being adhered to and that the highest standards of build are being achieved and reflected in good Building Warranty results. Build Costs: • Manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects concurrently, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting. • Conduct thorough quantity surveying, cost estimation, and risk assessment for new and existing projects. • Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate project forecasting and financial planning. • Negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and agreements with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. • Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial goals and profitability targets. • Provide strategic advice to senior management on commercial and contractual matters. • Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. • Oversee the resolution of commercial disputes and claims, working towards amicable solutions. • Ensure site and build costs are being controlled within budget. Attend and lead all cost value comparison meetings to review costs and take necessary action to rectify variances. • Review all cost overruns and variation orders to minimise cost whilst ensuring programme and quality are achieved. • Work with the consultants to achieve the best possible commercial outcomes in line with the aspirations and agreed Business Plans. Stakeholder Consultation: • Help prepare regular progress update reports, help present and take actions as required. • Ensure funding covenants are not exceeded at any time during the planning and execution stages of the projects. General Development, Commercial and Administration Management: • Provide assistance and input into development strategy under the direction of the Managing Director. • Provide input and assistance into the preparation and management of a development program that is consistent with the Business Plan. • Prepare and maintain inputs for the Project Viability Appraisals. • Monitor & report on project costs. • Liaise with the Finance Manager regarding accounts payable and reporting issues. • Prepare and present reports for Project Control Groups, Management Committee meetings, Project Reviews and the like. • Maintain controls in a timely manner so as to be able to report with clarity on development strategy and schedules, the status of costs, revenues, and design. • Forecast and manage budgets. Approve invoices and variations within prescribed limits of authority. Development Strategy & Schedule: • Provide significant contribution and leadership to the preparation of consistent Development Briefs for the Project that meet expectations of the commercial assessment and co-exist with external stakeholder requirements. • Provide Contribute to the establishment and review of development strategy and project scheduling for the project. • Assist in securing the endorsement of all development briefs at the development strategy meeting. • Assist and advise with the production of one agreed development schedule on the project that changes only with the approval of the board. • Assist and advise so that the development schedule meets planning timeframes, leasing, tenant requirements, funding commitments and the timeframes assumed in the commercial assessment. Contract Management: • Be expertly proficient in JCT D&B Contracts. • Strictly adhere to the Group's amended contracts and agree on any proposed changes with the Group Managing Director prior to execution. • Ensure all contracts are prepared in a timely manner and a page turn exercise carried out with the Group Managing Director preexecution of contracts. • Raise a Purchase Order and rigorously maintain records of each payment • Prepare, execute, retain and rigorously manage contract documents and lead execution of the contractual obligations. • Prepare and finalise final accounts, end of defect period etc and serve all necessary notices in a timely manner. Technology, innovation and Sustainability: • Be proficient in using excel models and cost control software's as required. • Be proficient in BlueBeam Software to measure project scopes. • Develop and maintain CVRs in coordination with the Group's Investment Manager and Employer's Agent.
Mar 16, 2024
Full time
We have a current opportunity for a Head of Commercial/ Commercial Director on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London. For further information about this position please apply. About Us: Is a residential-led mixed-used real estate development company driven by a vision to create the best possible lifestyle experience for its residents with a strong sense of community through an innovative, reliable and sustainable real estate operating platform. With its significant track record, we will focus on value-add developments, urban regenerations and refurbishments, offering targeted opportunities for co-investment alongside our partners' own equity. The interests of our client are always 100% aligned with its co-investors. We invest significantly alongside co-investors, on the same terms, sharing both success and failure in the same way. In addition, we do not charge co-investors any development management fees and only profits from the successful completion of development projects. Location: Central London with regular site visits Contract: Full-time Brief description of the role: The purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the successful delivery of complex development projects through defined milestones, from inception through to completion. The Head of Commercial / Commercial Director will assist the Construction Director in managing the entire commercial aspect of the delivery function, internal and external teams, methodology, procurement and budgets. Essential Job Functions, Duties and Responsibilities: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position but are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Qualifications and Skills: • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field. • Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within the surface protection or related industry. • Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, cost control, and contract management principles. • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Proficient in relevant software tools and applications. Leadership: • Accountable for providing leadership and mentoring to direct reports (internal or External) to ensure results are delivered. • Be a point of escalation on complex issues. • Ensure direct reports (internal or external) receive sufficient support from the business to carry out responsibilities and that all 'roadblocks' to success are removed. • Facilitate a collaborative working environment between the project and broader Group teams. Safety: • Rigorously support and strictly adhere to H&S standards and Incident and Injury Free (IIF) policy and vision. • Promote IIF culture and practices with all stakeholders. • Encourage IIF behaviours with the design, development and construction teams. • Be responsible for the incorporation and ongoing commitment to H&S standards and IIF requirements for the project. • Take part in regular safety inspections and safety audits. • Manage auditor sign offs and feedback down to the supply chain. Product Definition/Development Brief: • Help develop the Project Business Plan & the Final Development Brief in conjunction with the Sales and Marketing Team. • Finalise the Product Control Documents. • Assist with the selection, briefing and appointments of the design consultants. • Manage commercial aspects of the design development process via regularly scheduled coordination meetings and design workshops. Project Management: • Monitor the project master programme to meet approved cash flows, procurement and delivery deadlines for each project stage. • Manage the preparation of design and construction estimates. • Help prepare project viability appraisals and update them throughout the project lifecycle. • Attend and where required chair progress meetings and ensure timely circulation of meeting notes, with follow up communication to drive actions in a timely manner. Build Programme: • Monitor and review building programmes in conjunction with Project and Site Managers to ensure adherence to programmes. • Liaise with the development team on the appointment of suitable sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources and expertise to achieve required quality within agreed timescales. • Liaise with the sales team to ensure up to date understanding of sales exchange and completion targets in the area in order to ensure the Build Programme optimises revenue generation for each development. Build Quality: • Monitor and inspect developments regularly to ensure that all quality control procedures are being adhered to and that the highest standards of build are being achieved and reflected in good Building Warranty results. Build Costs: • Manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects concurrently, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting. • Conduct thorough quantity surveying, cost estimation, and risk assessment for new and existing projects. • Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate project forecasting and financial planning. • Negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and agreements with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. • Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial goals and profitability targets. • Provide strategic advice to senior management on commercial and contractual matters. • Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. • Oversee the resolution of commercial disputes and claims, working towards amicable solutions. • Ensure site and build costs are being controlled within budget. Attend and lead all cost value comparison meetings to review costs and take necessary action to rectify variances. • Review all cost overruns and variation orders to minimise cost whilst ensuring programme and quality are achieved. • Work with the consultants to achieve the best possible commercial outcomes in line with the aspirations and agreed Business Plans. Stakeholder Consultation: • Help prepare regular progress update reports, help present and take actions as required. • Ensure funding covenants are not exceeded at any time during the planning and execution stages of the projects. General Development, Commercial and Administration Management: • Provide assistance and input into development strategy under the direction of the Managing Director. • Provide input and assistance into the preparation and management of a development program that is consistent with the Business Plan. • Prepare and maintain inputs for the Project Viability Appraisals. • Monitor & report on project costs. • Liaise with the Finance Manager regarding accounts payable and reporting issues. • Prepare and present reports for Project Control Groups, Management Committee meetings, Project Reviews and the like. • Maintain controls in a timely manner so as to be able to report with clarity on development strategy and schedules, the status of costs, revenues, and design. • Forecast and manage budgets. Approve invoices and variations within prescribed limits of authority. Development Strategy & Schedule: • Provide significant contribution and leadership to the preparation of consistent Development Briefs for the Project that meet expectations of the commercial assessment and co-exist with external stakeholder requirements. • Provide Contribute to the establishment and review of development strategy and project scheduling for the project. • Assist in securing the endorsement of all development briefs at the development strategy meeting. • Assist and advise with the production of one agreed development schedule on the project that changes only with the approval of the board. • Assist and advise so that the development schedule meets planning timeframes, leasing, tenant requirements, funding commitments and the timeframes assumed in the commercial assessment. Contract Management: • Be expertly proficient in JCT D&B Contracts. • Strictly adhere to the Group's amended contracts and agree on any proposed changes with the Group Managing Director prior to execution. • Ensure all contracts are prepared in a timely manner and a page turn exercise carried out with the Group Managing Director preexecution of contracts. • Raise a Purchase Order and rigorously maintain records of each payment • Prepare, execute, retain and rigorously manage contract documents and lead execution of the contractual obligations. • Prepare and finalise final accounts, end of defect period etc and serve all necessary notices in a timely manner. Technology, innovation and Sustainability: • Be proficient in using excel models and cost control software's as required. • Be proficient in BlueBeam Software to measure project scopes. • Develop and maintain CVRs in coordination with the Group's Investment Manager and Employer's Agent.
RWE Renewables GmbH, Hamburg, Swindon To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent Inviting bright minds Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop innovative sustainable solutions to challenging technical problems? You would be joining our Offshore Logistics Team. This exciting team of experts support the entire offshore wind business within RWE. We work to build a renewable energy future and as a team to set the standard amongst our peers. We invite you to bring your experience into play as you help to deliver on projects throughout an offshore wind farms construction. Our Offshore Construction Logistics department within RWE Renewables in Hamburg is looking for a Marine Expert to provide expert support on Anchor Handling Tugs, DP Operations, Heavy-Lift Vessels, SOVs, CTVs and any other marine operations to deliver and optimize offshore development and offshore construction activities. Your future plans Development of Offshore Wind Farm installation logistics concepts for RWE Renewables' future projects in a team of experts for Foundation Installation, Cable Installation, Wind turbine installation and Floating Wind Turbine Installation Development and Installation of mooring concepts for Floating Wind Turbines Support RWE Renewables activities in Offshore Development and Offshore Construction in the areas of conventional offshore wind and floating wind as a center of competence regarding vessels and marine operations. This includes CTVs, SOVs, supply vessels as well as heavy-lift vessels, jack-ups, cable laying, scour protection vessels and anchor handling tugs Support the procurement processes by reviewing/creating the Scope of Works, tender evaluations and negotiations. Execute vessel on-hire surveys and evaluate port layouts and load out proposals Review risk assessments, method statements and operating instructions Coordinate internal and external parties such as scheduling, engineering, certification, marine coordination, HSSE, authorities, vessel suppliers, marine warranty surveyor Technical and commercial assessment of different installation methodologies Your profile Relevant marine background as Master Mariner or Marine Warranty Surveyor Deep understanding and proven operational experience of all kinds of vessel operations such as DP operations and Anchor Handling Deep understanding of long distance towing and DNV standards for towing operations as well as understanding of subsea mooring systems At least five years of experience in marine project management Strong team player, self-starting and highly motivated, with a flexible approach to work and willingness to travel frequently in Europe, the US and APAC Ability to work offshore and at heights Very good communication skills, structured thinking, development of methods and procedures Experience as a Tow Master is a plus Excellent English skills (written and spoken) Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 79180 We look forward to meeting you! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
Dec 06, 2022
Full time
RWE Renewables GmbH, Hamburg, Swindon To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent Inviting bright minds Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop innovative sustainable solutions to challenging technical problems? You would be joining our Offshore Logistics Team. This exciting team of experts support the entire offshore wind business within RWE. We work to build a renewable energy future and as a team to set the standard amongst our peers. We invite you to bring your experience into play as you help to deliver on projects throughout an offshore wind farms construction. Our Offshore Construction Logistics department within RWE Renewables in Hamburg is looking for a Marine Expert to provide expert support on Anchor Handling Tugs, DP Operations, Heavy-Lift Vessels, SOVs, CTVs and any other marine operations to deliver and optimize offshore development and offshore construction activities. Your future plans Development of Offshore Wind Farm installation logistics concepts for RWE Renewables' future projects in a team of experts for Foundation Installation, Cable Installation, Wind turbine installation and Floating Wind Turbine Installation Development and Installation of mooring concepts for Floating Wind Turbines Support RWE Renewables activities in Offshore Development and Offshore Construction in the areas of conventional offshore wind and floating wind as a center of competence regarding vessels and marine operations. This includes CTVs, SOVs, supply vessels as well as heavy-lift vessels, jack-ups, cable laying, scour protection vessels and anchor handling tugs Support the procurement processes by reviewing/creating the Scope of Works, tender evaluations and negotiations. Execute vessel on-hire surveys and evaluate port layouts and load out proposals Review risk assessments, method statements and operating instructions Coordinate internal and external parties such as scheduling, engineering, certification, marine coordination, HSSE, authorities, vessel suppliers, marine warranty surveyor Technical and commercial assessment of different installation methodologies Your profile Relevant marine background as Master Mariner or Marine Warranty Surveyor Deep understanding and proven operational experience of all kinds of vessel operations such as DP operations and Anchor Handling Deep understanding of long distance towing and DNV standards for towing operations as well as understanding of subsea mooring systems At least five years of experience in marine project management Strong team player, self-starting and highly motivated, with a flexible approach to work and willingness to travel frequently in Europe, the US and APAC Ability to work offshore and at heights Very good communication skills, structured thinking, development of methods and procedures Experience as a Tow Master is a plus Excellent English skills (written and spoken) Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 79180 We look forward to meeting you! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
We're looking for expert Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyors (Building Control). Would you like to join a rapidly growing business and the UK's leading warranty and insurance provider for newly-built homes? Did you also know we're the largest Approved Inspector for Building Control in England and Wales? We've been setting the standards in new home construction for more than 80 years and we now need to expand our team with people who share our passion for high standards. As a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor (Building Control), you'll be at the very heart of our core purpose to build confidence in construction quality for the benefit of the industry and new home buyers. If you have substantial building/construction experience, an understanding of building pathology and excellent communication skills then you could be the perfect fit to join our Technical Operations team as a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor. Your day-to-day role You'll be an important part of a multi-disciplinary team of professional engineers and surveyors with responsibility for assessing Building Control and warranty applications on a wide variety of residential and mixed-use schemes. You will be looking at all aspects of Building Control. You'll need to assess them in accordance with our own service level agreements and operating procedures to ensure that all statutory requirements are met and that we meet our customers' needs. You'll be based from home but can expect to be out frequently, visiting sites in your geographical area. From time to time you'll also need to visit our offices, including our head office in Milton Keynes. Key elements of the Senior Surveyor role are to: assess Building Control and warranty applications for residential developments and associated non-residential uses. negotiate with developers, builders and their professional advisors, from initial design to completion, to ensure proposals are satisfactory in relation regulation and our own Standards co-ordinate Building Control inspections, issue of Final Certificates, site and type approvals and resolving problems relating to Initial Notices/Final certification support our Building Inspectors and Inspection Managers with expert advice, inspection of high risk/complex elements or features of building work, the identification/communication of key inspection stages and review of progress The qualities and skills we're looking for We want to find a great person who has or is working towards chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution. You will also have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Building Regulations, building construction and technology. Experience of structural defects claims, engineering, NHBC Standards, site inspection would also be a benefit. You'll need: in-depth relevant building/construction experience with substantial knowledge of the housing and commercial sectors an understanding of building pathology excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information a proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to develop your role. Your salary and benefits Salary and bonus: Your salary will be in the range of £35,000 to £44,300 per year dependent on experience plus a remote worker allowance (currently £2,200). Our annual bonus scheme rewards our strongest performers with the highest bonuses and, subject to the company's performance and your own, you could earn up to 6% annual bonus. Company car: We'll provide you with a company car (subject to you doing a minimum of 4,000 business miles a year). We're bringing on more electric cars to our fleet so you'll pay less tax and we can continue improving our environmental impact. Pension: Our pension contributions are generous and, depending on your own level of monthly contributions, we will contribute up to 10.5% of your pensionable salary each year. Holiday: We offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to purchase an extra week per year. Private health care: We will pay towards Aviva private medical insurance cover for you and your family worth £395 each year. Maternity, paternity and adoption leave: We've equalised the leave we offer for all colleagues so, whatever your family set up, you can take the leave you need when you add to your family. Your future with us We offer exceptional personal development and clear career progression opportunities. If you're ambitious, driven and hard-working you will succeed with us. We'll support you with full training, ongoing CPD and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications and professional memberships. Flexible working We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly in different ways to suit their personal circumstances. We can't promise we can offer you exactly what you want, but we are always happy to talk flexible working at interview stage and beyond. Diversity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all with an inclusive culture that helps us to maintain competitive advantage. Our people come from diverse backgrounds and support our fundamental belief in the right of all employees and customers to be treated with dignity and respect and to be guaranteed freedom from discrimination. We are a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and the Women in Finance Charter. Our Values Excellent - Proud and professional in all that we do Connected - Collaborating, sharing and achieving success as a team Human - Challenging, supporting and respecting each other Progressive - Inspired by possibilities, learning and adapting together
Dec 05, 2021
Full time
We're looking for expert Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyors (Building Control). Would you like to join a rapidly growing business and the UK's leading warranty and insurance provider for newly-built homes? Did you also know we're the largest Approved Inspector for Building Control in England and Wales? We've been setting the standards in new home construction for more than 80 years and we now need to expand our team with people who share our passion for high standards. As a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor (Building Control), you'll be at the very heart of our core purpose to build confidence in construction quality for the benefit of the industry and new home buyers. If you have substantial building/construction experience, an understanding of building pathology and excellent communication skills then you could be the perfect fit to join our Technical Operations team as a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor. Your day-to-day role You'll be an important part of a multi-disciplinary team of professional engineers and surveyors with responsibility for assessing Building Control and warranty applications on a wide variety of residential and mixed-use schemes. You will be looking at all aspects of Building Control. You'll need to assess them in accordance with our own service level agreements and operating procedures to ensure that all statutory requirements are met and that we meet our customers' needs. You'll be based from home but can expect to be out frequently, visiting sites in your geographical area. From time to time you'll also need to visit our offices, including our head office in Milton Keynes. Key elements of the Senior Surveyor role are to: assess Building Control and warranty applications for residential developments and associated non-residential uses. negotiate with developers, builders and their professional advisors, from initial design to completion, to ensure proposals are satisfactory in relation regulation and our own Standards co-ordinate Building Control inspections, issue of Final Certificates, site and type approvals and resolving problems relating to Initial Notices/Final certification support our Building Inspectors and Inspection Managers with expert advice, inspection of high risk/complex elements or features of building work, the identification/communication of key inspection stages and review of progress The qualities and skills we're looking for We want to find a great person who has or is working towards chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution. You will also have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Building Regulations, building construction and technology. Experience of structural defects claims, engineering, NHBC Standards, site inspection would also be a benefit. You'll need: in-depth relevant building/construction experience with substantial knowledge of the housing and commercial sectors an understanding of building pathology excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information a proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to develop your role. Your salary and benefits Salary and bonus: Your salary will be in the range of £35,000 to £44,300 per year dependent on experience plus a remote worker allowance (currently £2,200). Our annual bonus scheme rewards our strongest performers with the highest bonuses and, subject to the company's performance and your own, you could earn up to 6% annual bonus. Company car: We'll provide you with a company car (subject to you doing a minimum of 4,000 business miles a year). We're bringing on more electric cars to our fleet so you'll pay less tax and we can continue improving our environmental impact. Pension: Our pension contributions are generous and, depending on your own level of monthly contributions, we will contribute up to 10.5% of your pensionable salary each year. Holiday: We offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to purchase an extra week per year. Private health care: We will pay towards Aviva private medical insurance cover for you and your family worth £395 each year. Maternity, paternity and adoption leave: We've equalised the leave we offer for all colleagues so, whatever your family set up, you can take the leave you need when you add to your family. Your future with us We offer exceptional personal development and clear career progression opportunities. If you're ambitious, driven and hard-working you will succeed with us. We'll support you with full training, ongoing CPD and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications and professional memberships. Flexible working We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly in different ways to suit their personal circumstances. We can't promise we can offer you exactly what you want, but we are always happy to talk flexible working at interview stage and beyond. Diversity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all with an inclusive culture that helps us to maintain competitive advantage. Our people come from diverse backgrounds and support our fundamental belief in the right of all employees and customers to be treated with dignity and respect and to be guaranteed freedom from discrimination. We are a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and the Women in Finance Charter. Our Values Excellent - Proud and professional in all that we do Connected - Collaborating, sharing and achieving success as a team Human - Challenging, supporting and respecting each other Progressive - Inspired by possibilities, learning and adapting together
We're looking for expert Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyors (Building Control). Would you like to join a rapidly growing business and the UK's leading warranty and insurance provider for newly-built homes? Did you also know we're the largest Approved Inspector for Building Control in England and Wales? We've been setting the standards in new home construction for more than 80 years and we now need to expand our team with people who share our passion for high standards. As a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor (Building Control), you'll be at the very heart of our core purpose to build confidence in construction quality for the benefit of the industry and new home buyers. If you have substantial building/construction experience, an understanding of building pathology and excellent communication skills then you could be the perfect fit to join our Technical Operations team as a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor. Your day-to-day role You'll be an important part of a multi-disciplinary team of professional engineers and surveyors with responsibility for assessing Building Control and warranty applications on a wide variety of residential and mixed-use schemes. You will be looking at all aspects of Building Control. You'll need to assess them in accordance with our own service level agreements and operating procedures to ensure that all statutory requirements are met and that we meet our customers' needs. You'll be based from home but can expect to be out frequently, visiting sites in your geographical area. From time to time you'll also need to visit our offices, including our head office in Milton Keynes. Key elements of the Senior Surveyor role are to: assess Building Control and warranty applications for residential developments and associated non-residential uses. negotiate with developers, builders and their professional advisors, from initial design to completion, to ensure proposals are satisfactory in relation regulation and our own Standards co-ordinate Building Control inspections, issue of Final Certificates, site and type approvals and resolving problems relating to Initial Notices/Final certification support our Building Inspectors and Inspection Managers with expert advice, inspection of high risk/complex elements or features of building work, the identification/communication of key inspection stages and review of progress The qualities and skills we're looking for We want to find a great person who has or is working towards chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution. You will also have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Building Regulations, building construction and technology. Experience of structural defects claims, engineering, NHBC Standards, site inspection would also be a benefit. You'll need: in-depth relevant building/construction experience with substantial knowledge of the housing and commercial sectors an understanding of building pathology excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information a proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to develop your role. Your salary and benefits Salary and bonus: Your salary will be in the range of £35,000 to £44,300 per year dependent on experience plus a remote worker allowance (currently £2,200). Our annual bonus scheme rewards our strongest performers with the highest bonuses and, subject to the company's performance and your own, you could earn up to 6% annual bonus. Company car: We'll provide you with a company car (subject to you doing a minimum of 4,000 business miles a year). We're bringing on more electric cars to our fleet so you'll pay less tax and we can continue improving our environmental impact. Pension: Our pension contributions are generous and, depending on your own level of monthly contributions, we will contribute up to 10.5% of your pensionable salary each year. Holiday: We offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to purchase an extra week per year. Private health care: We will pay towards Aviva private medical insurance cover for you and your family worth £395 each year. Maternity, paternity and adoption leave: We've equalised the leave we offer for all colleagues so, whatever your family set up, you can take the leave you need when you add to your family. Your future with us We offer exceptional personal development and clear career progression opportunities. If you're ambitious, driven and hard-working you will succeed with us. We'll support you with full training, ongoing CPD and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications and professional memberships. Flexible working We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly in different ways to suit their personal circumstances. We can't promise we can offer you exactly what you want, but we are always happy to talk flexible working at interview stage and beyond. Diversity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all with an inclusive culture that helps us to maintain competitive advantage. Our people come from diverse backgrounds and support our fundamental belief in the right of all employees and customers to be treated with dignity and respect and to be guaranteed freedom from discrimination. We are a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and the Women in Finance Charter. Our Values Excellent - Proud and professional in all that we do Connected - Collaborating, sharing and achieving success as a team Human - Challenging, supporting and respecting each other Progressive - Inspired by possibilities, learning and adapting together
Nov 30, 2021
Full time
We're looking for expert Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyors (Building Control). Would you like to join a rapidly growing business and the UK's leading warranty and insurance provider for newly-built homes? Did you also know we're the largest Approved Inspector for Building Control in England and Wales? We've been setting the standards in new home construction for more than 80 years and we now need to expand our team with people who share our passion for high standards. As a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor (Building Control), you'll be at the very heart of our core purpose to build confidence in construction quality for the benefit of the industry and new home buyers. If you have substantial building/construction experience, an understanding of building pathology and excellent communication skills then you could be the perfect fit to join our Technical Operations team as a Building Surveyor/ Senior Surveyor. Your day-to-day role You'll be an important part of a multi-disciplinary team of professional engineers and surveyors with responsibility for assessing Building Control and warranty applications on a wide variety of residential and mixed-use schemes. You will be looking at all aspects of Building Control. You'll need to assess them in accordance with our own service level agreements and operating procedures to ensure that all statutory requirements are met and that we meet our customers' needs. You'll be based from home but can expect to be out frequently, visiting sites in your geographical area. From time to time you'll also need to visit our offices, including our head office in Milton Keynes. Key elements of the Senior Surveyor role are to: assess Building Control and warranty applications for residential developments and associated non-residential uses. negotiate with developers, builders and their professional advisors, from initial design to completion, to ensure proposals are satisfactory in relation regulation and our own Standards co-ordinate Building Control inspections, issue of Final Certificates, site and type approvals and resolving problems relating to Initial Notices/Final certification support our Building Inspectors and Inspection Managers with expert advice, inspection of high risk/complex elements or features of building work, the identification/communication of key inspection stages and review of progress The qualities and skills we're looking for We want to find a great person who has or is working towards chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution. You will also have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Building Regulations, building construction and technology. Experience of structural defects claims, engineering, NHBC Standards, site inspection would also be a benefit. You'll need: in-depth relevant building/construction experience with substantial knowledge of the housing and commercial sectors an understanding of building pathology excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information a proactive, self-motivated approach and a willingness to develop your role. Your salary and benefits Salary and bonus: Your salary will be in the range of £35,000 to £44,300 per year dependent on experience plus a remote worker allowance (currently £2,200). Our annual bonus scheme rewards our strongest performers with the highest bonuses and, subject to the company's performance and your own, you could earn up to 6% annual bonus. Company car: We'll provide you with a company car (subject to you doing a minimum of 4,000 business miles a year). We're bringing on more electric cars to our fleet so you'll pay less tax and we can continue improving our environmental impact. Pension: Our pension contributions are generous and, depending on your own level of monthly contributions, we will contribute up to 10.5% of your pensionable salary each year. Holiday: We offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to purchase an extra week per year. Private health care: We will pay towards Aviva private medical insurance cover for you and your family worth £395 each year. Maternity, paternity and adoption leave: We've equalised the leave we offer for all colleagues so, whatever your family set up, you can take the leave you need when you add to your family. Your future with us We offer exceptional personal development and clear career progression opportunities. If you're ambitious, driven and hard-working you will succeed with us. We'll support you with full training, ongoing CPD and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications and professional memberships. Flexible working We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly in different ways to suit their personal circumstances. We can't promise we can offer you exactly what you want, but we are always happy to talk flexible working at interview stage and beyond. Diversity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all with an inclusive culture that helps us to maintain competitive advantage. Our people come from diverse backgrounds and support our fundamental belief in the right of all employees and customers to be treated with dignity and respect and to be guaranteed freedom from discrimination. We are a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and the Women in Finance Charter. Our Values Excellent - Proud and professional in all that we do Connected - Collaborating, sharing and achieving success as a team Human - Challenging, supporting and respecting each other Progressive - Inspired by possibilities, learning and adapting together