Surveyor (Fixed Term)

Cala Homes (South Home Counties) Ltd are looking to recruit a Surveyor to join their Commercial team on a temporary contract for 12 months. Reporting to the Managing Surveyor you will act as the Surveyor for designated developments within the region, taking the principle role commercially in respect of payments and costs.

You will be responsible for producing accurate and realistic estimates, budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures. Furthermore, you will monitor site performance against original plans, budgets and financial targets. You will provide cost reports and key updates for deadlines which will require you to communicate regularly with other disciplines such as Sales, Land, Construction, Technical Architects as required.

As such you should be able to produce accurate reports and presentations and you must have excellent attention to detail as well as being self-motivated and proactive in your approach. Additionally, you will be taking full ownership of the surveying responsibilities on your own developments in addition to supporting the Commercial team as required regarding financial status and profitability on designated developments.

You must have experience working in a similar role with another house builder, with a minimum of an HNC in Building Studies. RICS qualifications and/or a degree in Quantity Surveying would be beneficial. You must have a high proficiency with various computer packages including Microsoft Office products as well as experience using 'Site stream' or other similar land appraisal software. You should be familiar with current standards and Building regulations and have excellent planning and organisational skills.

We recognise that a diverse team makes us a stronger and more successful company. We value different ideas and perspectives as it helps improve our decision-making, products and services. And we’re striving to create an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can feel comfortable as themselves, uniquely contribute and do their best work.

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The Cala Group is a major UK housebuilder and leading provider of desirable new homes across Scotland, the South of England & Midlands. Driven by a mission to create vibrant and sustainable new communities, our homes are characterised by exceptional design and sector-leading build quality, and we have a passion for providing our customers with a great home buying experience.

This is an exciting time to be at Cala. Our approach to sustainability and technology is undergoing a dramatic transformation, and we’re aiming to create an industry-leading experience for both our staff and customers. At Cala, you can expect to be part of an environment which allows you to do meaningful work, while offering opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to be the favoured employer in our industry and beyond. We encourage applications from those who want to be part of a culture where they can thrive, feel a sense of belonging and be comfortable being themselves at work.