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Watkin Jones Group, the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of rental homes, is on the lookout for a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Commercial team. Established in 1791, we've been building homes since 1927 and listed on the AIM market in 2016. With over 52,000 homes developed across 135 schemes and Fresh managing £1 click apply for full job details Read Less
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join the successful Commercial Division at Watkin Jones. This role offers the chance to contribute to high-profile developments within a company that prioritises individual career progression and development.
Initially, you will be working on the Grove Crescent project—a 397-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme located ...
Read LessAbout Us:
Watkin Jones Group, the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of rental homes, is on the lookout for a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Commercial team. Established in 1791, we've been building homes since 1927 and listed on the AIM market in 2016. With over 52,000 homes developed across 135 schemes and Fresh managing £1.7bn of assets, we have unique insight...
Read LessAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join the successful Commercial Division at Watkin Jones. This role offers the chance to contribute to high-profile developments within a company that prioritises individual career progression and development.
Initially, you will be working on the Grove Crescent project—a 397-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme located in Stratford, East London. As Quantity Surveyor, you will be expected to attend the site as required throughout the duration of the project.
Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the commercial aspects of our projects. Your responsibilities will include a range of core quantity surveying tasks, supporting team members, and performing administrative duties related to commercial operations. A major focus of the role will be producing accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports and working closely with project teams to ensure that these reports accurately reflect both current and projected final positions.
Additionally, you will be responsible for the management of subcontractor accounts, including processing payments, handling contract administration, managing claims and variations, and finalising accounts. You will also oversee various reporting functions, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with reporting timelines, covering CVRs, expenditure tracking, and cash flow management.
About You
You will need to be a self-motivated person, with demonstrable experience of commercial management of residential construction projects. An understanding and insight into multi-occupancy residential buildings is desirable and it's essential that you can manage your time effectively to balance competing priorities and be able to communicate effectively in person, in writing and via remote / digital means such as telephone and online meetings. Due to the nature of this role, you'll need the ability to act assertively to support a point of view and influence decisions whilst maintaining respect and healthy, positive working relationships. Candidates need a related HND / Degree or significant and substantial experience in a relevant / related field and evidence of undertaking training, learning or other activities to maintain professional status or keep abreast of developments and best-practice in the profession.
Why Join Us?
At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here's what we can offer you:
Why Choose Watkin Jones Group?
Watkin Jones Group is the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management.
Joining us means becoming part of a company that's not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We're committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job – it's a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we'd love to hear from you!
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Watkin Jones Group, the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of rental homes, is on the lookout for a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Commercial team. Established in 1791, we've been building homes since 1927 and listed on the AIM market in 2016. With over 52,000 homes developed across 135 schemes and Fresh managing £1.7bn of assets, we have unique insight into tenant and investor desires.
The Role:
As a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager, you'll be at the heart of our Delivery function, analysing cost plans and producing cost-effective estimates for various developments. This is a new role, offering a unique opportunity to make your mark and become a key player in our Commercial team.
Key Responsibilities:
About You:
We're looking for a confident, experienced estimator with a thorough understanding of the estimating process from start to finish. You should have:
What We Offer:
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Why Watkin Jones?
Our success is built on trust, customer focus, and a forward-thinking approach. We aim to create the future of living through quality rental homes and sustainable development. With over 230 years of experience and a current market cap of approximately £550m, we generated gross revenue of £407m and a gross profit of £67m in FY2022.
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