Builds affordable mixed‑tenure homes and sustainable UK communities via retail and B2B partnerships.
Assist QS in cost and contract management for residential development schemes.
7 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Marston, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
4,587 Employees
Service Specialisms
Housebuilding
Property development
Affordable housing partnerships
Mixed tenure homes
Partnership working
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Affordable Housing
Sustainable Home Construction
Community Regeneration
Build-to-Rent Projects
Role
Description
bms administration
sub‑contract management
cost reporting
invoice processing
tender analysis
material valuation
Assist with the preparation and agreement of sub-contract final accounts.
To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business’s reporting requirements.
Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project.
Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract.
Attend the site pre-start meeting to understand the construction issue drawings with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor.
Diligently use the BMS and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc.
Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend sub-contract pre-order meetings.
Assist with maintaining final account schedules.
Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels.
Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades.
Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager.
Assist with the production of sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation.
Where necessary, assist in determining a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect.
Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information and to allow others to do likewise in accordance with the Business Management System .
Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider.
Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract.
Liaise with Build Department on sub-contractors’ performance and compliance with order conditions.
Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations.
Requirements
microsoft excel
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negotiation
mathematics
Negotiating and networking skills
A good knowledge or construction methods and materials
Good business sense
HND/or Degree in Construction
Good team working skills
Strong mathematical and IT ability
Good understanding of standard measurement rules
Good understanding of budget management
Accurate with an eye for detail
Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require
Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or,
Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)COINS systems management knowledge
Excellent communications skills
Able to work under pressure and accept criticism of work
HNC / Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Construction management or equivalent
Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge
Ability to assess and analyse information
Benefits
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
2 Volunteering days per annum
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
£3.78 bn
Revenue in 2024
Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.
17,500 homes
Annual homes built
Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.
Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.
Culture + Values
Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done
Environment + Sustainability
42% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut
Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.
51.6% Reduction
Scope 3 Emissions per m²
Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.
97% Waste Diversion
Construction Waste Recycling
97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².
5.3% Emissions Drop
Scope 1 & 2 Progress
Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.
Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth
Inclusion & Diversity
August 2024
Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions
The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.
Gold Award
Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.
November 2023
Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction
Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.
Over 100
Trained mental health first-aiders
Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.
Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue