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Project Manager
Project Manager – Construction
Role Overview
In a Nutshell…
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team at Vistry South East Midlands, based at our Newport Pagnell site in Buckinghamshire.
As the Project Manager, you will:
- Plan, coordinate and oversee construction projects from conception to completion
- Manage budgets, timelines, resources and various teams
- Liaise with partners, customers, contractors and stakeholders
- Address risks, issues and ensure compliance with all regulations
We place strong value on in-person collaboration and strong team culture, though we also accommodate flexible working arrangements where possible. Feel free to discuss any specific requirements during the interview so we can tailor solutions to support you.
Compensation & Benefits
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive basic salary + performance-based annual bonus
- Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance available
- Salary sacrifice scheme for vehicle options
- Up to 33 days’ annual leave (excluding bank holidays) – growing to 39 days with service
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Employer contributions to private medical insurance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Competitive salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Life insurance at 4x annual salary
- Share Save and Share Incentive Schemes
- Employee rewards portal with additional benefits
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About the Role & Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure health, safety and welfare of all project stakeholders in line with Vistry’s safety policy
- Foster continuous safety improvements across projects
- Deliver projects on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards
- Develop and coach team members, driving excellence and growth
- Engage with customers, contractors and stakeholders, maintaining positive relationships
- Oversee resource planning and supply chain coordination
- Lead meetings with key stakeholders, ensuring effective decision-making
- Mitigate risks and identify additional work, securing clear financial agreements
- Monitor and adjust project programmes for timely completion
- Ensure internal processes and quality standards are consistently adhered to
Key Requirements
To excel in this role, you should have:
- Experience in new build multi-story or housing projects
- Health and safety management skills and certifications
- Strong ability to analyse technical and commercial aspects—cost, time, quality and resource-considerations
- First Aid at Work Certificate (valid)
- NVQ Level 6–7 BTEC Diploma in Building Construction or equivalent
- Valid SMSTS Certificate
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Project and Asta Plans
- Up-to-date knowledge of health & safety legislation and building regulations
- Understanding of Considerate Contractor requirements, with a focus on achieving high scores
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence and motivate teams
- Experience in fostering respectful collaboration for a positive workplace culture
- A reputation for maturity, integrity and sound decision-making
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About Vistry
We build more than homes—we’re crafting Vistry.
As a responsible developer and award-winning employer, we operate with principles of integrity, caring and quality to create sustainable communities across affordable and private housing.
- Recognised as UK Top 5 housebuilder (with a 5-star House Builders Federation customer rating)
- A UK Green Building Council member and Top Employer, achieving awards for Inspiring Workplaces and Talent Attraction
- Collaborates via partnerships with reputable brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes
Join us in making a difference—apply now to become part of the Vistry family.
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