We’re building thriving communities as one of the UK’s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that’s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role The purpose of the Design & Specification Team is to deliver alignment and consistency of Specification and Standards for new and existing homes, ensuring that commercial best value is achieved, and our customers’ lived experience is improved. This role is part of Property where you'll help us to lead the way investing and maintaining 46,000 homes. This role will involve travel across our sites based out of the Midlands / East of England and South East. What you'll achieve The role will lead on producing and then managing and maintaining the library of Standards and Specifications for Orbit Homes’ new homes and the Group’s existing portfolio, ensuring full engagement and coordination across all internal and external stakeholders and adherence to Group Policies. To produce and implement a new Orbit Group Standards and Specification Library for the existing portfolio, to reflect the design intent of the Orbit Homes Finishes & Technical Specification and ensure this is rolled out consistently across the Group To create and lead a new Working Group to seek initial requirements, identify gaps, input throughout the process and review the draft Orbit Group Standard Technical & Finishes Specifications, prior to launch. Building strong working relationships with stakeholders Offering guidance and support to project teams on technical matters related to design standards and specifications and materials including delivery and procurement To carefully consider the commercial viability and procurement routes of all items within the Specification proposals, with all recommendations accompanied by benchmarking and costings and are fully compliant with the Procurement Act. Liaising with Development and Group colleagues, as necessary Present any changes to the Head of Design & Specification and appropriate Stakeholder Forum, ensuring changes have been fully costed and considered prior to proposal. Once approved and updated, ensure the correct distribution and associated training is provided for all key stakeholders and that correct procedures are followed Engage with Development and Group colleagues and review customer surveys to ensure the customers’ feedback and voice is incorporated within the Standards and Specifications, making any recommendations for modification to the Head of Design & Specification Ensure the Orbit Specifications aligns with Orbit’s Sustainability and Energy Strategies, providing all relevant documentationWhat you'll bring Essential skills Must have proven technical specification knowledge and experience in the housebuilding and / or housing sector Strong understanding of building regulations, construction methods, materials, and industry standards Full knowledge and understanding of the Procurement Act with relation to specification Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and resolve technical issues related to specifications and material Excellent interpersonal skills, able to confidently liaise with suppliers and key stakeholders Willing and able to travel to meet the demands of the roleDesirable skills A degree in a relevant field such as construction management or engineeringWhy Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here’s what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you’re a student, graduate or experienced professional we’ll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We’re proud to make a difference to people together. We’re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: Online application Interview(s) Decision and offerWe put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check