Vistry Group PLC
Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Role Overview In a Nutshell We have a new opportunity for a Senior Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands, at our offices in Wolverhampton. As our Senior Technical Manager, you will manage the technical matters relating to a number of projects or a single complex one and supervise the work of other team members in their own tasks. You will demonstrate a pro-active approach to design development, working within a team environment from the project's inception through to its completion. You will be tasked with the control of the complete design process involving the management of consultants, liaison with the relevant statutory and local authorities and other internal and external stakeholders as necessary. To ensure the designs complies to all necessary legislation, associated standards and Vistry Group specification, policy, and procedures. Your role requires an excellent base level of Health & Safety, Environmental and Technical knowledge, including a good working knowledge of the Highways & Drainage, Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, Planning, and Affordable Housing. 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 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 In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality BTEC HND/HNC in Design, Construction or Civil Engineering Extensive experience working within a technical role at a residential house builder Good level of IT literacy with experience of AutoCAD, Outlook, Excel & Word Proven ability in a Technical Manager role, delivering design for projects on time, to budget and quality standards with high customer satisfaction results Excellent organization and time management with ability to multitask Commercially aware Ability to make decisions within authority Able to lead and work as a team member Experienced in analysing problems and delivering solutions Strong mathematical ability Be able to design and interpret the designs and technical demands of others Professional aptitude and appearance at all times Strives for continuous improvement for the benefit of the company Driven to achieve customer satisfaction Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Be able to work effectively in a team-leader role Good level of communication skills, with the necessity to liaise with internal staff and external bodies Be practical and methodical with good analytical skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Member of professional body e.g. ICE, CIAT, CIOB, MCIAT Principle Designer and associated Health and Safety training/ qualifications Use of Viewpoint drawing management system Proficient use of Auto Cad Management of technical fees and services cost to complete Continued professional development and keeping up to date with changes within the industry Experience of people management and project leading More about the Senior Technical Manager role Comply with Life of Site procedures. Undertake the Principal Designer role as defined within the Construction Design & Management Regulation 2015 and completion of all necessary Health, Safety & Environmental documents, in line with Group Policy & procedures. Ensure delivery of surveys & reports required for the development and manage associated requirements from design to completion. Manage the process of obtaining consultant fee proposals and formal appointment documents in accordance with Group procedures. Manage consultants to deliver the civil engineering designs including legal plans and the house type working drawing packs. Obtaining and collating all ancillary specialist drawings including hot water supply, heating, kitchen, stair, lintels, p.c. ground floors, and precast upper floors. Undertaking value engineering assessments and ensure buildability is considered. Ensure submission of designs and securing technical approvals for agreements such as S104, S38 & S278 followed by timely completion of legal agreements. Ensure utility designs and initial mains laying onto site, ensuring legal agreements completed in timely manner. Prepare all drawings and documents for engineering and superstructure elements for tender, followed by the construction issue and sales handover. Coordinate street naming with local authority, complete plot list and distribute internally and externally of the business. Where applicable obtaining Management Company quotations, reviewing, comparing, and providing the Planning, & Technical Directors with recommendation for appointments. Assist in production of Sales brochure, legal and sales handover meetings. Provide information for Housing Association contracts and attendance of progress meetings. Submission of all information to NHBC and obtaining approval of same, obtaining SAP Assessments together with PEA' and EPC's, and any other requirements. Attending and chairing Pre-Start Meetings and briefing all departments on matters related to the engineering and working drawings. Assist the Land, Planning & Development teams with advice during the land acquisition stage and assist in the information to discharge of planning conditions. To monitor and report technical & development fees including S106 obligations. Resolve all technical related queries including conducting site visits and site progress meetings as required. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us 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.
Role Overview In a Nutshell We have a new opportunity for a Senior Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands, at our offices in Wolverhampton. As our Senior Technical Manager, you will manage the technical matters relating to a number of projects or a single complex one and supervise the work of other team members in their own tasks. You will demonstrate a pro-active approach to design development, working within a team environment from the project's inception through to its completion. You will be tasked with the control of the complete design process involving the management of consultants, liaison with the relevant statutory and local authorities and other internal and external stakeholders as necessary. To ensure the designs complies to all necessary legislation, associated standards and Vistry Group specification, policy, and procedures. Your role requires an excellent base level of Health & Safety, Environmental and Technical knowledge, including a good working knowledge of the Highways & Drainage, Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, Planning, and Affordable Housing. 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 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 In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality BTEC HND/HNC in Design, Construction or Civil Engineering Extensive experience working within a technical role at a residential house builder Good level of IT literacy with experience of AutoCAD, Outlook, Excel & Word Proven ability in a Technical Manager role, delivering design for projects on time, to budget and quality standards with high customer satisfaction results Excellent organization and time management with ability to multitask Commercially aware Ability to make decisions within authority Able to lead and work as a team member Experienced in analysing problems and delivering solutions Strong mathematical ability Be able to design and interpret the designs and technical demands of others Professional aptitude and appearance at all times Strives for continuous improvement for the benefit of the company Driven to achieve customer satisfaction Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Be able to work effectively in a team-leader role Good level of communication skills, with the necessity to liaise with internal staff and external bodies Be practical and methodical with good analytical skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Member of professional body e.g. ICE, CIAT, CIOB, MCIAT Principle Designer and associated Health and Safety training/ qualifications Use of Viewpoint drawing management system Proficient use of Auto Cad Management of technical fees and services cost to complete Continued professional development and keeping up to date with changes within the industry Experience of people management and project leading More about the Senior Technical Manager role Comply with Life of Site procedures. Undertake the Principal Designer role as defined within the Construction Design & Management Regulation 2015 and completion of all necessary Health, Safety & Environmental documents, in line with Group Policy & procedures. Ensure delivery of surveys & reports required for the development and manage associated requirements from design to completion. Manage the process of obtaining consultant fee proposals and formal appointment documents in accordance with Group procedures. Manage consultants to deliver the civil engineering designs including legal plans and the house type working drawing packs. Obtaining and collating all ancillary specialist drawings including hot water supply, heating, kitchen, stair, lintels, p.c. ground floors, and precast upper floors. Undertaking value engineering assessments and ensure buildability is considered. Ensure submission of designs and securing technical approvals for agreements such as S104, S38 & S278 followed by timely completion of legal agreements. Ensure utility designs and initial mains laying onto site, ensuring legal agreements completed in timely manner. Prepare all drawings and documents for engineering and superstructure elements for tender, followed by the construction issue and sales handover. Coordinate street naming with local authority, complete plot list and distribute internally and externally of the business. Where applicable obtaining Management Company quotations, reviewing, comparing, and providing the Planning, & Technical Directors with recommendation for appointments. Assist in production of Sales brochure, legal and sales handover meetings. Provide information for Housing Association contracts and attendance of progress meetings. Submission of all information to NHBC and obtaining approval of same, obtaining SAP Assessments together with PEA' and EPC's, and any other requirements. Attending and chairing Pre-Start Meetings and briefing all departments on matters related to the engineering and working drawings. Assist the Land, Planning & Development teams with advice during the land acquisition stage and assist in the information to discharge of planning conditions. To monitor and report technical & development fees including S106 obligations. Resolve all technical related queries including conducting site visits and site progress meetings as required. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us 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.
Vistry Group PLC
Role Overview In a Nutshell We have a new opportunity for a Site Manager to join our team within Vistry Merseyside & Cheshire West, at our site in Darwen. As our Site Manager, you will be responsible for organising resources and to direct the management of designated development projects to achieve progressive project completion to quality and specification and on budget. 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 In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Valid SMSTS certificate Valid First Aid at Work certificate A proven background in new build housing site management. Knowledge in timber frame construction preferable Proven ability to manage projects and deliver quality work on time, within budget Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation Thorough, with strong attention to detail Strong Time management skills with an ability to prioritise Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Word and Outlook Ability 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 Knowledge of NHBC Standards Knowledge of HBF ratings More about the Site Manager role To direct the necessary labour, plant, staff, and equipment to achieve both plot and project completion on time, to specification and within budget. This is a timber frame development, so it is essential to have experience in timber frame construction. Monitor that the Buying team and Surveying department order the correct materials and sub-contract services in good time to meet contract objectives. Manage site teams by monitoring performance against contract targets and instigating any necessary corrective actions. Ensure compliance with Group Safety Policy and Health and Safety Regulations. Ensure that staff and operatives are managed and led effectively by developing the skills and attitudes of managers leading to provision of a working environment that engenders high morale. Train and develop subordinates to meet current and assessed future requirements. 100% compliance with current NHBC standards. Achieve 5 status on overall satisfaction levels on the completed Customer satisfaction survey questionnaire. Establish that staff training and development has occurred as plan at annual appraisal and appraisal review stages. Achieve maximum marks on the twice monthly Health and Safety audit. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us 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 empowerus 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.
Role Overview In a Nutshell We have a new opportunity for a Site Manager to join our team within Vistry Merseyside & Cheshire West, at our site in Darwen. As our Site Manager, you will be responsible for organising resources and to direct the management of designated development projects to achieve progressive project completion to quality and specification and on budget. 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 In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Valid SMSTS certificate Valid First Aid at Work certificate A proven background in new build housing site management. Knowledge in timber frame construction preferable Proven ability to manage projects and deliver quality work on time, within budget Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation Thorough, with strong attention to detail Strong Time management skills with an ability to prioritise Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Word and Outlook Ability 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 Knowledge of NHBC Standards Knowledge of HBF ratings More about the Site Manager role To direct the necessary labour, plant, staff, and equipment to achieve both plot and project completion on time, to specification and within budget. This is a timber frame development, so it is essential to have experience in timber frame construction. Monitor that the Buying team and Surveying department order the correct materials and sub-contract services in good time to meet contract objectives. Manage site teams by monitoring performance against contract targets and instigating any necessary corrective actions. Ensure compliance with Group Safety Policy and Health and Safety Regulations. Ensure that staff and operatives are managed and led effectively by developing the skills and attitudes of managers leading to provision of a working environment that engenders high morale. Train and develop subordinates to meet current and assessed future requirements. 100% compliance with current NHBC standards. Achieve 5 status on overall satisfaction levels on the completed Customer satisfaction survey questionnaire. Establish that staff training and development has occurred as plan at annual appraisal and appraisal review stages. Achieve maximum marks on the twice monthly Health and Safety audit. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us 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 empowerus 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.
