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Lead Cost Consultant

2 months ago

Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom Vistry Group PLC Full time
Position Overview

We are excited to announce an opening for a Lead Cost Consultant to become a vital part of our team at Vistry Group PLC.

Role Responsibilities

As a Lead Cost Consultant, you will be an integral member of our Commercial, Estimating, and Procurement team, responsible for executing a variety of financial oversight and cost management tasks related to all construction projects undertaken by the organization.

Your focus will be on enhancing individual performance across all operational procedures to drive greater efficiency and profitability.

What We Offer
  • Attractive base salary with performance-related bonuses
  • Company vehicle or travel allowance
  • Generous annual leave entitlement, including public holidays
  • Comprehensive private health insurance
  • Enhanced family leave policies
  • Competitive pension plan with employer contributions
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee share schemes
  • Access to an employee rewards platform with additional benefits
Candidate Expectations

We seek individuals who align with our core values of Integrity, Caring, and Quality. The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Extensive experience in cost consultancy with a solid understanding of construction methodologies and mixed-tenure projects
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills, with a systematic and logical approach to tasks; proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Capability to quickly adapt to new software systems, such as Xpedeon and Viewpoint/4Projects
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team
  • Proficiency in managing personal workload to meet deadlines
  • Ability to influence and share best practices across the organization to support overall objectives
  • A comprehensive understanding of Surveying and Estimating, particularly in developing realistic construction budgets
  • Familiarity with strategic goals and financial performance metrics, with the ability to interpret complex financial models
  • Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • Experience with procurement and cost reporting systems, ideally Xpedeon, COINS, or Agresso
Key Duties

In this role, you will:

  • Collaborate with various departments, including Land, Development, and Construction, to provide cost-related insights during design meetings
  • Participate in development meetings and contract reviews as necessary
  • Review contract documentation to identify discrepancies and potential cost-saving opportunities
  • Assist in the preparation of tender lists and procurement schedules
  • Distribute design packages and prepare all necessary tender documentation
  • Conduct cost analysis on tender submissions and request additional information as needed
  • Evaluate site staffing and construction timelines to establish preliminary costs
  • Facilitate budget settlement meetings with support from the broader Commercial team
  • Prepare payment schedules to aid in project financing
  • Conduct pre-order meetings to finalize tender sums and payment schedules
  • Manage subcontractor orders, including reference checks and contract negotiations
  • Issue variation orders and provide cost assessments for significant changes
  • Ensure accurate cost tracking and reconciliation for all project-related expenses
  • Oversee subcontractor payments and finalize accounts to ensure budget compliance
  • Prepare documentation for external valuations with client representatives
  • Maintain updated RAMS schedules and communicate with relevant parties
  • Coordinate with Customer Service on post-completion issues, offering cost advice as needed
  • Attend various project-related meetings as required
  • Perform any other reasonable tasks as directed by your line manager to support team objectives
About Us

At Vistry Group, we pride ourselves on being the leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure housing in the UK. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality guide our operations, and our collaborative approach enables us to build sustainable communities where they are most needed.

We are proud of our diverse portfolio of brands, including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes, as well as our timber frame manufacturing operation, Vistry Works, and our support functions, Vistry Services. Together, we create more than just homes; we foster careers and communities.

We are committed to treating everyone fairly and respectfully, prioritizing diversity and inclusion, and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the application process.