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Working alongside the Commercial Manager and wider teams, you’ll play a key role in cost management, contract performance and financial reporting across our responsive, repairs, voids and compliance works.\nKey responsibilities:\nSupporting competitive tendering processes and contractor appointments to ensure value for money\nPreparing and supporting Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), identifying risks and opportunities\nProducing accurate monthly commercial reports and forecasting costs and expenditure\nMonitoring budgets and financial performance, providing analysis and commentary on variances\nManaging variations, interim payments and final accounts to support accurate reporting\nDeveloping and maintaining project cashflows for income and expenditure\nWorking closely with Delivery Managers to drive value and performance across projects\nSupporting contractor performance management against agreed KPIs\nWhy should I join LiveWest?\nAt LiveWest, we’re committed to providing quality homes and services to our customers. You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where your work will make a real difference in delivering safe, well-maintained homes. We’ll support your development and provide opportunities to grow your career within a forward-thinking organisation.\nThis is a full time role working 37 hours per week. Hybrid Working is available for this role working 2-3 days in the office dependent on business need. You will be based from our one of our head offices - Exeter, Tolvaddon or Weston, depending on candidate location.\nWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.\nAbout The Candidate\nTo be successful in your application for the role of Quantity Surveyor, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 1 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role specific skills and experience:\nEssential skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications:\nExperience within the social housing or construction sector\nUnderstanding of construction processes, contracts and industry frameworks (JCT knowledge desirable)\nExperience of producing or supporting Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and financial reporting\nStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines\nGood attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively\nStrong communication and report writing skills\nIT proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Teams and databases\nUnderstanding of contract, project and programme management\nKnowledge of health and safety requirements within housing or construction\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings\nEssential qualifications:\nONC / HNC (or higher) in Construction, Building, Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience\nFull, valid UK driving licence\nDesirable skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications:\nExperience in retrofit or building safety environments\nExperience working with directly employed trades\nKnowledge of tendering and managing publicly funded contracts\nMembership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB)\nPlease note, we are unable to provide CoS for this role; therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of this role without requiring a CoS.\nAbout The Company\nOur Reward and Benefits:\nWorking Style: Hybrid working with 2 - 3 days in the office to support your work/life balance. *remove if scheme or office based\n Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).\nPension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.\n Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.\nLearning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.\nFamily Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.\nWellbeing Matters: Prioritise your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.\nSmarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.\nGiving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.\nAbout Us:\nAt LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal.\nOur values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together.\nAs one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve.\nWe are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone.\nInclusion at LiveWest:\nAt LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellence, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive. As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all.\nWe welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels.\nJoin us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. 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