Commercial Director

In a Nutshell...We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Director to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands , at our Wolverhampton office. As our Commercial Director, you will direct and lead the commercial strategy of the Business Unit whilst leading, inspiring and motivating the commercial team in order to generate profit.You will have overall responsibility for the regional Surveying, Buying and Estimating teams and will lead, coach and develop the team to meet departmental targets and achieve success. You will develop, review and implement the Company's strategic commercial objectives and be responsible for ensuring accurate financial cost control, budgeting and forecasting.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 bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits...In return, what we would like from you...Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and QualityDegree in Surveying, Building or similarExperience working within a residential house builderExperience of people management and project leadingA good understanding or building regulations and legal obligationsA good knowledge or construction methods and materialsBe an inspirational leader and a strong team playerExperience of supporting business growthWell-developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skillsAbility to formulate commercial plans and ensure full engagementDesirable...A Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)Committed to chosen profession by continued self-development, i.e., short courses, seminars.More about the Commercial Director role...To define, direct and lead a commercial strategy that balances risk to the business with opportunity for income generation to reinvest in the business.To define, direct and lead a commercial strategy that balances risk to the business with opportunity for income generation to reinvest in the business.Manage relationships with subcontractors and third parties to understand their requirements, negotiating ongoing contracts with suppliers and making recommendations as requiredAnticipate future market developments by working consistently at a strategic level, conducting market research and analysis to create detailed business plans on commercial opportunities as well as to understand any potential risks or threatsTo direct and lead the governance of the Commercial team, ensuring proper accountability for, and reporting of, all commercial activity and the development of appropriate control systems.To direct the performance of existing commercial business ventures ensuring that contracts are fulfilled, and profit targets are delivered.Oversee the preparation of and authorise land purchase construction budgets and project completion analysisTake responsibility for Construction Surveying duties including budget preparation, cost to completes, authorisation of subcontractor procurement, payments and claimsMonitor and oversee the maintenance and updating of development budgets and cashflows. Including Monitoring performance of both cost and cashflow against annual budget to ensure delivery against financial quarter end targets.Advise the wider team on technical solutions, buildability and costs at design stage in conjunction with the Construction DirectorPrepare relevant KPI and reporting information for senior management/board meetings with the Regional Managing Director and Divisional Chair.To help define and embed a commercial approach to the running of the department across all levels of the hierarchy. Work with the senior management team to collaboratively guide the development of professional standards, commercial contracts, and service level agreements.Collaborate with and coordinate a strong working relationship amongst key stakeholders within the business, namely Development, Construction and Customer ServicesTo take steps to identify and manage risks commercial and otherwise.To actively support land bid submissions throughout the business unit.To build and maintain effective relationships with key working partners, including the development of strong links at all levels of the business.Market the organisation's capabilities in the delivery and management of commercial activities and maintain Vistry Homes profile with customers/clients, external bodies, suppliers, and other stakeholders.Manage risk and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal procedural requirements.Manage and support the performance and development of the Commercial team.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.