Are you an experienced Commercial Lead or Employers Agent with knowledge of viability, feasibility pre-construction analysis with regards to detailed cost estimates for residential projects?

Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application. As one of the most active developing housing associations in the UK, SNG's Investment and Development team has a strategy to invest £7bn into new and existing homes over the next ten years. We are proud that we're leading the way on setting the very highest standards for affordable homes and great places to live. We're seeking a Cost Planning and Commercial Lead to join our development team. The role The role will provide regional cost planning and commercial advice in support of active & new Joint Ventures. Responsibilities will include: Working closely Joint venture partners and internal stakeholders, the Commercial Lead will support effective contract management, cost control, performance monitoring, and governance to maximise value and ensure successful delivery outcomes for the SNG and the JV entities

Collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders, supply chain and consultants to ensure SNG's development risks are quantified and mitigated throughout the design, procurement and delivery of new homes.

Preparing and maintaining detailed cost plans and viability appraisals.

Supporting land acquisition and feasibility studies with commercial input.

Collaborating with design, technical, and commercial teams to ensure cost-effective and build-able solutions.

Bench-marking costs and maintain a library of rates and data for future reference.

Assisting in value engineering and risk identification to optimise commercial outcomes in all development activity.

Interpreting drawings and specifications to produce cost schedules and budget estimates.

What we're looking for: A degree in a construction of built environment related field OR equivalent experience.

Significant relevant experience in cost planning or quantity surveying, ideally with a developer or PQS focused on residential development.

Experience working on projects ranging from £50million to £150million in value.

Strong understanding of residential brownfield development, especially high-density and mixed-use schemes.

Proficiency in cost planning software.

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Previous experience in pricing geotechnical engineered solutions and all types of traditional foundations and piling including temporary and permanent works, concrete frames, basement construction, site remediation. xehkeey

Previous experience in cost-estimating traditional construction for houses and apartments as well as apartment superstructure and various modern methods of construction, undertaking market-testing and cost/value bench-marking of the same.

What can we offer you? Hybrid, flexible working plus x3 paid wellness days per annum

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)

A chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package

A generous pension scheme matching up to 12%

Life cover as soon as you join us