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In a Nutshell…

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our site in Southway, Plymouth. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company.

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.

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
• 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 / HND in Surveying or equivalent
• Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level)
• Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion
• A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations
• A good knowledge or construction methods and materials
• Strong mathematical and IT ability
• Ability to assess and analyse information
• Good business sense
• Good understanding of budget management
• Negotiating and networking skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work
• 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…

• Degree in Surveying or similar
• Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

• Lead, support and coach your direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development.
• Be active in the recruitment of new starters to the team and then throughout the employee life cycle, including holding development reviews and succession planning exercises.
• 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.
• Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued.
• 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.
• Preparation of financial reports including:
  • Internal Valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports in accordance with schedule of accounting period end dates and deadlines.
  • Margin Analysis reports.
  • Commercial Analysis (final margin) forecasts and Cost to Complete forecasts.
  • Cash Flow forecasts.
  • Turnover forecasts.
  • De-brief reports.
• Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off.
• Obtain authorisation to ‘let’ all sub-contract orders valued over thresholds as noted in Commercial Best Practice Manual.
• Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements.
• Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings.
• Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required.
• Liaise with build department on sub-contractors’ performance and compliance with order conditions.
• Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings.
• Attend and project team meetings as required.
• Complete 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.
• Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment.
• To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business’s reporting requirements.
• Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders.  To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager.
• Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department.
• Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Bovis Homes Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract.
• Maintain a half yearly site reserve list.
• Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act.
• Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider.
• Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect.
• Diligently use the Bovis Homes construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc.
• Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations.
• Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures.
• Properly categorise on the construction system “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order amendments.
• Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Bovis Homes Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract.
• Process groundwork’s payments/applications for payment using the Bovis Homes AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual.
• Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development.
• Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors.
• Maintain final account schedule.
• Maintain completed development provision on CV1.
• Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the ‘Old Site Reserve’ central file.
• Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required.
• Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy.
• Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure:
  • correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times.
  • all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders.
• Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications.
• Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved.
• Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team.
• Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company.
• 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.  

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We have a new opportunity for a Site Manager to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Plymouth site in Devon. As our Site Manager, you will be responsible for co-ordinating and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Consortium, ensuring all elements of works are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. They manage teams, coordinate resources, enforce health and safety regulations, and liaise with contractors, suppliers, partners and customers. 

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 proven background in new build housing site management
• Proven experience in traffic management plans
• Proven ability to manage projects and deliver quality work on time, within budgetAble to work as part of a team as well as autonomously
• Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and traffic management co-ordination
• Thorough, with strong attention to detail
• Strong Time management skills with an ability to prioritise
• Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Word and OutlookAbility to build productive stakeholder relationships
• Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels
• Strong leadership skills with an ability to mentor and develop others

Desirable…

• NVQ Level 4/5/6, BTEC diploma in Building Construction or similar
• Valid Scaffold Appreciation certificate
• Black CSCS Card
• Valid SMSTS certificate
• Valid First Aid at Work certificate
• Valid LOLER certificate
• Valid CITB SEATS & Temporary works Certificate
• Groundwork experience

• Develop, control, implement and monitor adherence to the Consortium Traffic Management Plan
• Record, develop traffic management controls through Traffic Management Marshals
• Co-ordinate site operations to ensure adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets
• Continually review and report on public safety in Consortium areas
• Public interface communicating with residents and Issuing residence letters in advance of works planned
• Control and issue licenses to developers and contractors including working in main access routes and issuing Non-Conformance Notices
• Ensure Consortium works are compliant with the HBF and CEMP
• Induction of contractors into Consortium F10 areas
• Reviewing lift plans and RAMS for consortium areas
• Responsible for preparing and handing over Manco areas, country parks, maintenance, snagging and checking estate completion areas
• Ensuring Consortium roads are cleaned, advising developers in controlling parcel roads
• Environmental protection measures are checked- Water monitoring quality
• Daily/Weekly reporting to the Project Manager
• Managing ecology site inspections
• Managing planning archaeology works
• Point of contact for Community trust areas
• Responding and checking complaints questions- concerns
• Managing extreme weather call out works
• Managing weekend working applications in advance
• Assisting in meeting Planners and Local authority visitors
• Trouble shooting issues between site teams
• Liaising with on-site services team and various providers such as Wales and West, National Grid and Southwest Water
• Meetings with Highways teams on site liaison
• Assist in adoptions with the site teams and Resident Engineer
• Check and record Civil infrastructure programme deliverables
• Working with the Consortium Commercial Team to issue Works Requests - costs to prepare for review and approvals
• Managing Landscape works to all phases of works
• Managing Stopping up notices displaying and comms with design teams requests
• Attending out of hours on set occasions as and when required if necessary
• Dealing with Developers Customer Services complaints
• Effective communication with existing landowners to keep them up to date on any relevant activities and to resolve any issues
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a safety culture.
• Investigate all near miss reports for the Consortium
• Chair and record weekly site management meetings
• Ensure permits and inspections are in place before and during the project
• Conduct site inductions for new personnel and subcontractors on health and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities and project documentation
• Develop and lead staff to maintain high morale and performance
• Support training and development of team members
• Ensure 100% compliance with NHBC standards and building regulation
• Ensure a harassment-free work environment

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.  

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Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As the UK’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

If you’re looking to work for a market leader, then read on as we are looking for a Clinic Manager to work in our Plymouth clinic, where you’ll have responsibility for managing the performance of the team.

Key Responsibilities

You will be customer facing and you will help drive performance for the practice. You’ll also be responsible for the daily operational efficiency of the practice; a key part of your role will be developing the team and also promoting the benefits of laser surgery and aesthetic procedures to patients.

You may come from a retail background where world class customer service comes naturally to you.

You will have strong management experience within an aesthetics clinics, Optical setting or high-end retail. You’ll be adept at delivering great results through your passion for people and by working closely with members of your team to develop them through performance management.

It goes without saying that you’ll possess excellent communication and presentation skills, be articulate, motivated to achieve and have a willingness to learn and progress within Optical Express.

Day to day

• Effectively and efficiently manage resources to meet customer demands
• Ensure the practice is presentable and maintained to the highest standards of tidiness and cleanliness which showcase the professional image of Optical Express
• Help recruit, induct, coach and support your team to ensure all team members meet acceptable levels of knowledge and competence
• Ensure the team influences and advises potential patients on the most suitable and appropriate solution for their needs

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Free or discounted optical products and procedures
• Career progression
• Modern working environment with superb technological support

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer.

Civil Litigation & Personal Injury Solicitor/Legal Executive – Plymouth, Devon 

Are you a civil litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive  looking for a fresh opportunity to grow your own team/department and make a real impact? Read on.  

Why Join this firm?

• Inherit established clients  
• Advise on your own caseload
• Supportive & Collaborative  with a strong reputation already in the South West
• No need for business development and marketing (unless you enjoy it and want to get in involved) 

Your Role: Civil Litigation & Personal Injury Solicitor/Legal Executive

What will you do? 

• Manage your own caseload from inception through to completion
• Advise on fast, intermediate and multi-track matters including: 

-    Personal Injury 

-    Property Litigation 

-    Wills & estate disputes 

-    Professional Negligence 

-    Debt Recovery 

-    Landlord & Tenant 

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive   
• Civil Litigation experience to include PI 
• Strong client relationship skills  
• When ready you can look to build up this team with you at the  helm 

What will you get? 

• A very competitive basic salary
• Bonus scheme
• Hybrid working 
• The Opportunity to build your own team & niche 

What’s Next?

• Apply Now  – Submit your CV for immediate consideration
• Or contact Paul Norman  for a confidential discussion about this civil litigation opportunity

If you’re ready to take the next step in your Litigation career  and make a real impact  in a growing firm, this could be the role for you!

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Residential Development Solicitor or Legal Executive 

Plymouth, Devon  

This excellent opportunity is for a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join one of the largest residential development teams in the UK. This vacancy has come about due to continued growth

This team acts for PLC, regional and SME house builders, registered providers of affordable housing, land promoters and PRS investors & developers, across a wide range of residential and residential-led mixed-use developments. 

The Role

You will handle a varied caseload, including:

• High-value residential development and investment projects
• Collaboration agreements and development agreements
• Advising on rights of pre-emption
• Conditional contracts, transfers and options

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3 years’ PQE
• Background in residential development work
• Knowledge of the UK living sector, with expertise in housebuilding and/or strategic land, is desirable

What's on Offer

• A clear career path in a nice firm with a very strong work/life balance – this office is usually empty by 5.30pm!
• Exposure to some of the UK's most exciting residential development projects
• Very competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Lots of social events – football, netball & yoga clubs, quiz nights, choir 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team in a firm that will be as invested in your career as you are.

Apply now to Paul Norman at G2 Legal or get in touch if you would prefer a confidential discussion first .

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Property Litigation

Solicitor or Legal Executive

Plymouth, Devon 

Benefits Include: 

• Private healthcare insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing investment and training for personal development and career progression
• Annual bonus schemes for all staff members & long service awards 
• Homeworking and flexible working 
• Staff discounts and incentives through various memberships
• Modern & fresh offices including staff canteen & shower facilities!

Advise on: 

Contentious property issues (mainly commercial property litigation) 

Disputes regarding easements, covenants, the construction of property contracts, overage, way-leaves

Nuisance, adverse possession, boundaries, misrepresentation claims and property related professional negligence

Landlord and tenant matters including disputed break notices, forfeiture, business lease renewals, enforcement of lease covenants, dilapidations and the impact of insolvency procedures 

(Potentially if applicable advise on additional disputes relating to construction & contentious probate)

You will need: 

To be an experienced solicitor or legal executive 

Litigation and/or property litigation experience 

Ideally at least 4 years PQE 

A willingness to learn and progress 

What next? 

• Get in touch to discuss this vacancy in more detail - or just click on apply now and send your CV through to Paul Norman  
• If you are keen to sound out the market then I am always happy to arrange a confidential, no obligation chat about your job hunt  

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Private Client

Solicitor or Legal Executive

Location: Plymouth, Devon
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive – Based on Experience
Work Pattern: Hybrid working – up to 2 days WFH after probation

Are you a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive looking to take the next step in your career?

A well-established and highly regarded regional law firm in Plymouth is looking to appoint a Private Client Lawyer (Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive) with at least 2 years’ PQE to join and help shape the future of its private client offering in the city.

This is a genuine opportunity to build and grow a department , with support from a collaborative team and a firm that prioritises long-term relationships – both with clients and employees.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience
• Clear path to Partnership for ambitious individuals
• Hybrid working – up to 2 days working from home after probation
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Generous bonus scheme linked to personal and team performance
• Strong pension contribution – up to 5% matched
• Supportive and friendly working environment – many staff have been with the firm for decades

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of private client matters , including wills, probate, LPAs and estate planning
• Take ownership of developing and expanding the firm’s presence in Plymouth’s private client market
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Department and other senior colleagues
• Engage in business development and networking initiatives, if desired
• Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the team

Ideal Candidate

• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
• A minimum of 2 years’ PQE in private client law
• Confident handling matters independently, with strong technical skills
• Interested in business development and keen to make your mark on a growing department
• Ambitious, personable, and team-oriented

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About the Firm

This is a firm that values people over profit . It’s fostered a loyal, close-knit team and a workplace culture that promotes work-life balance and genuine progression opportunities . It’s not aiming to become a corporate machine – its focus is on delivering personal, high-quality legal services with integrity.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply now with your CV or call Paul Norman for a confidential discussion about this and other Private Client vacancies across the South West.

Family Solicitor, 5+ Years PQE, Plymouth, £55,000+ (DOE) – A new opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor to join a busy team. JOB REF:1458.



THE ROLE:

• Manage your own caseload from start to finish

• Advise clients with both legal precision and emotional intelligence

• Handle complex financial remedy cases with confidence

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of the department



SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Applications are sought from Family Solicitors with a minimum of 5 Years PQE with strong experience in divorce, finances, and private law children matters.

• You will have excellent communication and drafting skills

• A deep understanding of family law and its impact on clients

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills

• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

• A proactive approach to business development and relationship building



ON OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package

• A friendly, supportive working environment.

• Genuine career progression opportunities.





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