Group Surveying Manager in Thornton

Supporting the business and our divisional offices, our Head Office functions cover all departments from our Executive Board through to our support functions such as Group Design and Technical, HR, Health and Safety, IT, Sales and Marketing, Commercial, Procurement, Group Finance, Corporate Affairs, as well as Legal and Company Secretariat. We also have a specialised function – Barratt Partnerships. While the work varies from team to team, our key requirements don’t: you must be well organised, extremely helpful and resourceful, and able to use your initiative. You’ll understand that what you do is important, and impacts on your team, the department, and the wider business.

Reporting to the Group Commercial Manager, you will drive cost saving initiatives within the Divisional offices; completion of cost data analysis for reporting to the business; provide systems training and support to Divisional offices; ensure Divisional office compliance with the Group systems, policies, processes and procedures.

You will be expected to:

• Attend Divisional Valuation Meetings periodically to review budgets, procedures, in order to drive cost saving initiatives and report these monthly to the Group Commercial Manager.
• Provide expert knowledge to support the Divisional Commercial teams in providing technical assistance and training to new and existing staff members on the proficient use of the Company’s Commercial systems.
• Complete robust testing of new IT software to ensure the stability of the Company’s Commercial and Financial systems.
• Collect ad-hoc and periodical cost information, carrying out cross-divisional cost analyses and reporting to the Executive board, Group Commercial Director and Group Commercial Manager.
• Regularly review and update Sub-Contractor Trade Specifications to ensure the construction of our houses meets industry Safety, Health, Environmental, Construction and Technical standards.
• Ensure Divisional office compliance with the Group IT systems.
• Promote and act in accordance with the Group values, policies, processes and procedures.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• A proven track record in the proficient use of the IT systems of Barratt Development Plc.
• Be highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present cost data analyses and reports to senior management.
• Be articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Be methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards.
• Have strong communication skills and have the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally.
• Show confidence in presenting information.
• Be able to manage and prioritise their own workload and time with minimal direction within the team environment.
• Have good knowledge and user ability of Microsoft Office packages such as Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Possess an in‑date Construction Skills Certification Scheme card.
• A full, clean Driver’s License is essential for this role as regular visits to divisional offices and construction housing sites across the country will be required.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high‑quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office‑based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)

Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.

Private medical cover Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

Pension First‑class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

Annual Health Assessment All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

So much more… From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

About Group Support Centre Barratt Redrow PLC is the nation’s leading housebuilder, creating great new places to live throughout Britain. Our business is acquiring land, obtaining planning consents and building the highest quality homes in places people aspire to live. This is supported by our expertise in land, design, construction and sales and marketing. Our purpose is to make sustainable living a reality, building strong communities.

Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we’re so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day‑to‑day action we take.