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We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our team within Vistry South London, at our Southall site (UB1 3AJ). As our Commercial Manager, you will feed into strategy and implement policy, enabling project teams to deliver through effective management and leadership of assigned teams.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 QualityBroad range of construction experience including main contract and mixed tenure private/affordable apartment developmentsExperience in various forms of contract.Experience in dispute resolution and contract administration.A full successful track record in leading financial management and cost control on projectsExperience in managing and leading successful teams.Experience in complex construction projects.Strong and Consistent PerformanceRespect for our People and CustomersTeamworkIntegrity and CommitmentEffective LeadershipDesirable...Relevant experience managing and mentoring managersConstruction related degree.Preferred MCIOB or MRICS qualifications.Leadership skills including:Setting objectivesGiving feedbackCoachingListeningPainting a compelling picture Influencing others More about the Commercial Manager role...Responsible for implementing robust and ethical procurement practices across the teamIn accordance with agreed authorisation levels, comment, review and sign-off subcontractor recommendations with Commercial & Construction Directors.Review and comment on subcontractor Articles of AgreementCommunicate external influences across the team and implement strategy.Responsible for implementing supply chain risk managementResponsible for providing advice to team on resolving contractual disputes and legal matters in a timely mannerResponsible for implementing ethical subcontract administration practice and driving continuous quality and efficiency improvementReview and comment on project cost reports with team and present to Commercial Director at monthly cost report meetingsImplement company-wide strategic decisions.Responsible for ensuring high standards of cash flow forecastingReview and comment on project cash flows with team and present to Commercial Director at cash flow meetings.Responsible for providing supporting information in order to facilitate build contracts.Responsible for ensuring Joint Venture partners are informed of project progress.Responsible for maintaining positive and successful client relationships.Ensuring that all funding conditions precedent are fulfilled.Attend pre-construction to operations project handover meetingsProvide continuous feedback to pre-construction of current market rates to inform land bidsCreate an environment to drive engagement and high performanceManage all people processes - absences, performance, discipline, holidays.Manage the performance of team, 121s, appraisals and under performance.Role Model and drive the practice of Vistry Group People BehavioursUndertake regular team meetingsRecruit Managing Surveyors and support Managing Surveyors to undertake recruitmentDrive engagement and collaboration across all departmentsImplement Health & Safety strategy for department and supply chainSupport Building a Living Legacy strategy and drive implementation of BLL objectives.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.