What Jobs are available in Godstone?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Development Manager to join our team within Vistry South East, based at our Caterham office. As our Development Manager, you will lead the pre-construction phases of development projects, managing legal, design, planning, and scheme viability matters, while coordinating closely with estimating, mobilisation, and construction teams.

A key requirement for this role is a strong financial acumen. You will be responsible for coordinating and interrogating complex viability assessments across multiple sites and phases. This will involve using Group software and advanced Microsoft Excel modelling to deliver robust, data-driven appraisals. The ideal candidate will be confident in applying innovative problem-solving techniques to optimise project outcomes and ensure commercial viability.

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.

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• As a minimum, educated to A level standard or equivalent, or ability to demonstrate relevant experience in a similar position
• Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience in a development role within the Construction, Property Development or Housing Industry
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead the development process
• Good geographic knowledge of the area
• Organised and methodical, with good attention to detail
• Highly numerate with the ability to undertake feasibility appraisals
• Highly literate and able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation
• Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise
• Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility
• Professional manner
• Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously
• Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels
• Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the area, with access to a vehicle on a daily basis
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it

Desirable…

• A desire to continue with further education
• Strong excel and viability understanding
• Familiar with Group software – Coins
• Experience of all stages of development including legal, design, planning related activities, and health and safety

• Assist the Land / New Business department during the pre-development programme and, in certain instances, to lead on land acquisition or renegotiation of terms on existing projects. Give advice to ensure all development issues are addressed in outline at the outset prior to conclusion of the purchase process and, where appropriate, coordinate with the internal team.
• Ensuring the active involvement of the Development Team to facilitate early Handover of prospective Development sites from the Land / New Business Team to the full Project Team.
• Carry out Land Appraisals using Group software (Coins) and ensure accurate ongoing monitoring and updating for budgeting purposes.
• Settlement of the Construction Budget and programme, monitoring all Developments through a thorough review of development co-ordination checklists on a regular basis. Set realistic programmes to determine construction starts, sales opening and selling periods.
• Management of the relevant Development budgets and programme information in line with the Development Appraisal system at all times.
• Assist, manage and coordinate Joint Ventures as agreed with the Management Services Agreement;
• Liaison with the Legal department / appointed Solicitor / Technical department as required to ensure all relevant documentation is available at the requisite time including:
  • Conveyance Plans;
  • Section 38 / 104 Agreements;
  • Open Space Agreements;
  • Service Wayleaves / Easements; and
  • Freehold Transfer Contracts.
• Carry out duties in compliance with the Company’s ISO9001 accreditation.
• Support the Group Environmental and Social Value policies.
• Prepare and submit Partnering Approval Forms and ensure Project Close out Reports are completed and concluded, where appropriate via the necessary internal team.
• Drive the progress of each project by active management and mitigate against slippage, to ensure the Development Programme is delivered to the agreed timescales.
• Prepare reports and risk registers to gain internal approvals and ensure audit compliance.
• Manage solicitors, land agents and appointed legal advisors to negotiate and agree land contracts, ensuring any development related matters are fully resolved prior to entering into contract.
• Manage consultant teams e.g. architects, engineers, to produce scheme specific information and ensure the timely submission of schemes to the appropriate planning authority and statutory bodies in line with agreed timescales.
• Assist supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre delivery planning/design.
• Maintain excellent communication with the project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner.
• When required, organise and lead/ attend client meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent the company at all times.
• Follow the internal development process, ensuring all systems are maintained with accurate information at all times.
• Resolve problems in collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes.
• Promote and represent the company when appropriate in order to maximise development opportunities and the reputation of the company.
• When required, assess new business opportunities, undertake feasibility work, and prepare ‘offer documentation’ as required.
• Network with new and existing clients to identify opportunities to expand the business.
• To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary from time to time.

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.  

#LI-HA1

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our team within Vistry South East, at our office in Caterham, Surrey. As our Assistant Buyer, you will assist and support the Buyer/s to ensure specified materials are available on site to meet programmes and assist with the efficient running of the material purchasing function. This must be within full compliance of the Best Practice procedures and the Company’s Health, Safety & Environmental Policies.

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.

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations
• A good knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Strong mathematical and IT ability
• Ability to assess and analyse information
• Good business sense
• Good understanding of budget management
• Excellent communications skills
• Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work
• Good team working skills
• Accurate with an eye for detail
• Negotiating and networking skills
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it

Desirable…

• HNC/ ONC or Degree in Construction
• 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)
• Understanding of changes to regulations and legislation

• Assist the Buyer/s to ensure materials are delivered to sites in line with site programmes and specification and are purchased at competitive prices.
• Produce site specific material schedules.
• Assist the Buyer/s in the collation of documentation and issuing of material tender enquires for new sites/phases.
• Assist the Buyer/s in the assessment and comparison of material quotations.
• Process new material orders.
• Process site purchase orders for replacement materials and assist in production of  monthly reports detailing expenditure.
• Work with the Buyer to research new products.
• Carry out the invoice checking procedure and where necessary negotiate credits.
• Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt.
• Continually monitor material lead times, keeping build and site managers informed, instigate forward material allocation when necessary.
• Assist with site call-offs.
• Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required.
• Assist the site teams in chasing deliveries, keeping build and site managers informed of any delays.
• Provide support for Sub-Contract packages. Preparing tender information, chasing tender returns, raising low value orders and chasing the return of signed orders.
• Support the bid team in chasing tender returns & providing material check prices.
• Attend departmental meetings as required.
• Deal with queries from site managers.
• Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments.

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.  

#LI-HA1

We have a new opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry South East, at our office in Caterham, Surrey. As our Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to our projects. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance margin and value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments, and final account settlement.

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.

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave 
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• HNC in Surveying or Construction or equivalent
• Experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer
• Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills
• Strong mathematical ability
• Ability to assess and analyse information
• Good business sense
• Good understanding of budget management
• Negotiating and networking skills
• COINs user experience
• Enthusiasm
• Flexibility
• Able to work within a busy team and under pressure
• Good team working skills
• Accurate with an eye for detail
• A methodical approach
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it

Desirable…

• HND or higher qualification
• Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification
• National House builder experience
• Different methods of construction i.e. Timber Frame

• Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication.
• Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings.
• Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise.
• Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes.
• Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors.
• Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required.
• Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget.
• Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team.
• Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works.
• Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order.
• Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations.
• Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser’s extras.
• Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates.
• Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates.
• Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client’s agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs).
• Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties.
• Liaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessary.
• Attend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as required.
• Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams.

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.  

#LI-HA1

Private Client Solicitor – South London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor  to join an expanding law firm in South London.

With almost two and a half centuries of experience, this firm has a recognised brand and an excellent reputation in the region.

You’ll be working on a diverse caseload of private client matters , including:

• Wills
• Probate
• Tax
• Trusts

If you have stronger experience in one of these areas than the others, you will still be considered.

Essential qualifications for this Private Client Solicitor role:

• At least 3 years of independent caseload management
• Strong academic credentials (2:1 degree)
• Qualification as a Solicitor or Legal Executive

What’s on offer?

• Flexible working arrangements – ideal for those seeking a better work-life balance
• Private medical care
• Generous bonuses

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor  to join a thriving team in South London and contribute to a long-standing, reputable firm.

For more details, please contact Zac Marshall at G2 Legal , or apply today for immediate consideration.

#INDCATS

Private Client Solicitor – Surrey – High Street Law Firm

An exciting opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor in an expanding Private Client Team in Surrey. 

With almost two and half centuries of experience behind it, this firm has a recognised brand and an excellent reputation. 

You'll be handling a diverse range of engaging and intricate matters, including:

• Wills
• Probate
• Tax
• Trusts

If you are more experienced in one these matters than the others, you will still be considered. 

Essential qualifications for this Private Client Solicitor role include:

• 4 years of independent caseload management
• Strong academic credentials (2:1 degree)
• Qualifications as a solicitor or legal executive

Here's what you can look forward to in this Private Client Solicitor role:

• Flexible working arrangements (ideal for those with families seeking better work life balance)
• Private medical care 
• Generous bonuses

Don't miss this Private Client Solicitor opportunity to be part of a thriving team in Surrey.

For more details, please contact G2 Legal and ask for Zac Marshall.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Multi-Skilled Tradesperson to join a well-established company!

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: £180 – £30 per day (CIS) or 6,000 – £4 000 PA PAYE.

Location: Caterham – Covering site across the South East.

About The Company:

A rapidly expanding company, serving commercial and domestic clients across the South East. They deliver reactive and planned maintenance services, as well as full refurbishment and fit-out projects.

They are currently looking for experienced multi-trade operatives with a strong plumbing and carpentry background to join their team.

While this role is plumbing/carpentry-focused, there will be regular overlap with other trades depending on the specific job.

About The Role:

• Delivering reactive maintenance and emergency call-outs across the hospitality sector (predominantly pubs).

• Supporting planned works and refurbishment projects.

• Delivering planned bathroom and kitchen installations and supporting refurbishment projects

• Ensuring high-quality workmanship and maintaining a good reputation for reliability and standards.

• Working independently and safely on sites across the South East

Skills / Experience Required:

• 1st/2nd fix carpentry (framework, boxing-in, fitting units)

• Timber repairs and installs (windows, doors, frames, skirtings/architraves, kitchens, worktops, etc)

• Fire door installations (beneficial)

• Windows – new installations and existing repairs

• Bespoke joinery for pub bars and fit outs

• Drylining and studwork

• Tiling and decorative finishes

• General decoration/finishing works (patchwork plastering / filling/ repairs)

• Own tools (110v or cordless)

• Pipework alterations and leak repairs

• Tiling and siliconing (bathrooms/kitchens)

• Kitchen installations (beneficial)

• Previous experience in pubs, restaurants, or hospitality sites (beneficial)

• Plumbing and bathroom installations (full fit-outs, repairs, refurbishments)

• Full & clean UK driving licence

Company Benefits:

• £180–£230/d (CIS) or 6,000–£4 000 PAYE

• Company van & fuel card

• Uniform & PPE supplied

• Overtime and weekend work available

• End of year performance bonus

• Company pension (PAYE staff)

• Ongoing training and support

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.