Group Surveying Manager

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks a Group Surveying Manager for comprehensive commercial assurance via data analysis and participation in monthly CVR meetings. Key responsibilities include supporting divisions and engaging in cost analysis. Ideal candidates will have a degree in surveying, management experience, and strong analytical skills. Flexible working arrangements are available with travel across specific business units required.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Company car or car allowance

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance (4x salary)

Qualifications

• Proven management experience as QS or Commercial Manager.
• Understanding of construction methods and materials.
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed analysis of CVRs and costs.
• Engage in cost analysis and assurance activities.
• Deliver assurance reports and risk analyses.

Skills

Extensive Construction Industry experience

Strong mathematical skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

HNC or Degree in Surveying or related field

Tools

Coins IT system

Viewpoint document management system

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Group Surveying Manager to join our team within Vistry Services. This position is flexible regarding location, but travel across specific business units covering West Birmingham & North West regions is required. As our Group Surveying Manager, you will provide independent Commercial Assurance to the Group through data analysis and participation in Regional monthly CVR meetings. You will also support Divisions & Regions on commercial processes, systems, onboarding, and risk analysis.

We are pleased to offer flexible working arrangements in line with Vistry's Agile Working Policy, subject to business needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Up to 39 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance (employee paid)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme via salary sacrifice
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Share save and incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal and more benefits

What we expect from you

• Alignment with our values: Integrity, Caring, and Quality
• HNC or Degree in Surveying, Building, or related field
• Extensive Construction Industry experience
• Previous management experience as QS or Commercial Manager
• Knowledge of building regulations and legal obligations
• Understanding of construction methods and materials
• Project leadership experience
• Strong mathematical, IT, and analytical skills
• Good business acumen and regional understanding
• Negotiation, networking, and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and accept feedback
• Teamwork, attention to detail, and strategic thinking
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed
• Membership or progress towards membership of CIOB or RICS
• Knowledge of Coins IT system & Viewpoint document management system

About the role

• Provide detailed analysis of CVRs and costs, reporting to central functions
• Share best practices across regions and groups
• Support regions on commercial processes and systems
• Engage in cost analysis and assurance activities
• Support onboarding and system integration in regions
• Participate in monthly CVR meetings and provide challenge and support
• Deliver assurance reports and risk analyses
• Ensure compliance with group procedures and policies
• Support COINS migration and regional benchmarking
• Maintain communication with all stakeholders and address non-compliance issues
• Travel across regions is essential for this role, primarily based within divisions.

About us

We build more than homes; we're shaping Vistry. As a responsible developer and award-winning employer, we live by our ethos of doing the right thing. Our values of integrity, caring, and quality guide us in creating sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We operate in a partnership-led manner, with renowned brands such as Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes. Our commitment to sustainability and excellence has earned us numerous awards, including Top Employer and Global Top Inspiring Workplaces.