Overview
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With 22 regional offices across the UK and operations in Spain, Taylor Wimpey brings its vision to life locally. You will be given the tools to develop your skills and the freedom to explore new avenues, share ideas, and shape your work around your life. There are incredible opportunities on your doorstep, and we want you to discover them all. Home to work that matters, and you can be a part of it.
Job Summary
Responsible for the management and control of a number of developments within the Business Unit, in order to achieve high standards of construction quality in a controlled cost environment, contributing to the Region’s profitability. To meet planned objectives and maintain high standards of health and safety at all times. To liaise with other Department Heads to ensure budgeted objectives are met with a commitment to build and motivate a team and continued staff development.
Primary Responsibilities
* Support the Production Director by:
Developing the Pre-Start Health & Safety Plan before site commencement as per Health & Safety Executive Directive.
* Generating required registers and the Site Specific Environmental Action Plan (SSEAP) in line with Company Guidelines.
* Ensuring compliance with the Taylor Wimpey Health & Safety Procedures Manual consistently.
* Updating management on revisions to Taylor Wimpey Policy and ensuring necessary adjustments to working practices.
* Engage In:
Assessing project buildability and creating a Construction Programme alongside the Development Department.
* Attending meetings (Pre-Planning, Pre-Tender, Pre-Start) to address construction issues prior to site initiation.
* Manage The Construction Process By:
Providing the Build Programme and Build Direction to Site Managers.
* Reviewing and maintaining Site Managers' Health & Safety Plans.
* Monitoring Site Managers' Weekly Progress Reports and resolving delays or issues with Department Heads.
* Overseeing Subcontractors' and Suppliers' planning to maintain the Build Programme and quality standards.
* Regularly visiting sites to ensure compliance with Company and HSE Procedures.
* Managing project completion and necessary adoptions efficiently.
* Control Costs By:
Collaborating with Technical and Design Departments to implement cost-effective construction processes.
* Investigating and rectifying exceptional cost overages.
* Negotiating with Subcontractors and Suppliers to reduce costs while ensuring quality.
* Enforcing Waste Management Policy and monitoring payment applications with the Commercial Team.
* Ensure Excellent Customer Care By:
Fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the Site Management Team.
* Monitoring Customer Satisfaction Surveys and addressing issues promptly.
* Resolving disputes to purchaser satisfaction while adhering to financial controls.
* Monitoring Customer Care Procedures for optimal satisfaction.
* Supervise Personnel By:
Conducting annual Performance Appraisals.
* Identifying training and development opportunities for staff.
* Managing performance and disciplinary issues as per Company Procedures.
* Planning and maintaining appropriate staffing levels through recruitment of qualified personnel.
Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements
* Extensive previous production knowledge
* Management of people (staff, sub-contractors and suppliers)
* NVQ Residential Construction Senior Site Management L7
What We Offer
At Taylor Wimpey, we are committed to enabling you to make a home with us. Our work is not just about building homes; it is about doing work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. Benefits include retail discounts, life insurance, private healthcare, a quality pension scheme with company contributions, discounted house purchase, car leasing, share plans, and options to tailor your benefit package. We support growth and development with industry-leading training and development opportunities.
Inclusivity Statement
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We guarantee an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. Join us in building a diverse and empowered team.
Internal Applicants
Please inform your line manager if you wish to apply for this role.
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