Job Description

At Allison Homes, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England.

Our mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone.

We are proud of our people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything we do. Our Values are at our heart and centre around Trust, Teamwork, Kindness and Passion.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of our journey and to grow their career along with our success.

As the Commercial Manager for the East region, you will help lead the Commercial function to ensure efficient cost management and procurement across all residential developments. Based in Peterborough, you will oversee a team of Quantity Surveyors and Buyers and take full commercial ownership of multiple live and upcoming sites.

Working closely with the Land, Technical, and Construction teams, your role is to ensure financial rigour, supply chain strength, and value engineering throughout the development lifecycle - from land appraisal through to final account.

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the region's commercial strategy, ensuring robust cost control, risk mitigation, and commercial reporting in alignment with the company's business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

Lead, mentor, and manage the regional commercial team (QSs, Assistants, Buyers). Establish clear goals and KPIs, carry out regular appraisals, and support professional development. Ensure departmental compliance with company policies, procedures, and governance.

Cost Management & Financial Control:

Prepare, manage, and monitor development budgets from feasibility to final account. Lead the commercial input into land bids, ensuring accurate cost plans and identification of risks and opportunities. Ensure rigorous cost control processes are in place across all projects, including monthly cost forecasts, cash flows and bi-monthly CVRs. Manage financial reporting and provide accurate commercial information to support business planning.

Procurement & Supply Chain:

Oversee procurement of subcontractors, materials, and consultants in line with budget, programme, and quality requirements. Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance to ensure compliance and value for money. Lead tender processes and negotiation strategies, ensuring adherence to legal and commercial standards.

Contract Management & Risk:

Ensure contract documentation is issued, executed, and managed effectively. Resolve disputes, claims, and contractual issues efficiently and professionally. Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across the project lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with Land and Technical teams to influence design for commercial viability. Support Construction with timely procurement and material delivery schedules. Liaise with Finance and Board on cost reporting and business performance.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Proven track record as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within residential housebuilding. Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver results across multiple projects simultaneously. Deep understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and supply chains. Expert in cost planning, budgeting, procurement, and contractual matters. Experienced in leading and developing high-performing commercial teams.

Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline. Professional membership of RICS or CIOB desirable but not essential. A full driving licence.

Personal Attributes:

Confident communicator and negotiator with a pragmatic, solution-driven mindset. Organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail. Resilient under pressure with the ability to make sound decisions and manage risk. A collaborative leader who can positively influence internal teams and external partners. The ability to embrace and role model our company values - Trust, Teamwork, Kindness and Passion.
This list is not exhaustive.

The benefit package for this role includes:

Competitive salary. Discretionary Bonus Scheme. Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme. T&Cs apply). 25 days holiday (extending to 27 days holiday after two years of continuous service). Pension Scheme. Group Life Assurance. Group Income Protection Scheme. Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme. Opt in - Simply Health Cash Plan. Allison Homes House purchase discount scheme.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with Allison Homes? If this sounds like you, please apply today by sending us your CV along with a covering email or letter to cv@allison-homes.com by the closing date of 13th June 2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/06/2025