In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Director to join our team within Vistry North Central Midlands, at our office in Stafford. As our Commercial Director, you will direct and lead the commercial strategy of the region whilst leading, inspiring, and motivating the commercial team in order to generate profit. The successful candidate will currently be at Commercial Director level, or be working at Commercial Manager or Head of Commercial level and be ready to progress; experience must have been gained from the housebuilding sector.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
Agile working possible (dependent on role)
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private Healthcare
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Competitive contributory pension scheme
Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary
Share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
In return, what we would like from you…
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring, and Quality
Experience working within a residential house builder
Experience of people management and project leading
A good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
A good understanding of construction contracts including JCT and NEC
A good knowledge of construction methods and materials
Be an inspirational leader and a strong team player
Experience of supporting business growth
Well-developed analytical, oral and presentation/communication skills
Ability to formulate commercial plans and ensure full engagement
Desirable…
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
Degree in Surveying, Building, or similar
More about the Commercial Director role…
To define, direct, and lead a commercial strategy that balances risk to the business with opportunity for income to reinvest in the business.
To 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.
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.
To 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.
Work collaboratively with the other disciplines to ensure the necessary key milestones are achieved through the life of the site process.
To actively support sustainability within the business to enhance our efforts towards a more sustainable and environmentally responsible operation, driving operations and ensuring we meet the business's sustainability goals.
To actively support social value within the business, including collation of data, increasing local social and economic value and driving cultural change within the teams.
Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…
We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most.
You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity as a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry.
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