Vistry Group PLC
Construction Manager
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Role Overview
In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Manager to join our team within Vistry South East Midlands, at our office in Enderby and supporting sites across the South East Midlands region. As our Construction Manager, you will be overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual agreements. The role also involves managing risks, ensuring quality control, and maintaining health and safety standards.
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
- Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager for a high-volume house builder
- Up to date knowledge of SHE obligations and building legislation.
- Proven record of motivating and managing a team effectively
- Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome.
- Capable of implementing change and of using initiative
- Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy.
- Proven ability to work effectively with senior management.
- Ability to take a big picture view of multiple sites and make decisions accordingly.
- Able to work with a high degree of accuracy
- Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving.
- Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach
- Able to work under pressure.
- Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets
- ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 4/5 or similar
- SMSTS
- Demonstrable career progression within the construction industry
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More about the Construction Manager role…
- Manage site teams to meet performance targets and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Contribute to the construction strategy review for new developments.
- Ensure safety, health, and environmental compliance across all sites.
- Monitor build progress, implement delay mitigation strategies, and report on regional progress.
- Participate in CVR meetings, ensuring project financials align with budgets and timelines.
- Ensure timely project deliverables and accurate progress records.
- Visit sites regularly to support teams and ensure compliance.
- Foster relationships with external stakeholders like NHBC and monitor program timelines and budgets.
- Ensure site compliance with SHE policies, conduct inductions, and promote safety solutions.
- Oversee customer service training, monitor quality for handovers, and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Assist with subcontractor vetting, review quality reports, and ensure compliance with standards.
- Develop and monitor construction programs, coordinating with technical and commercial teams.
- Ensure high site presentation standards and oversee recruitment, appraisals, and employee development.
- Manage performance issues, disciplinary actions, and maintain a harassment-free environment.
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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.
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