In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry Services Special Projects managing fire safety remediation on legacy projects across the Group, at our Brentwood office. This will be an integrated technical role with both technical & project management aspects. The role will offer excellent experience, on-the-job training and career progression opportunities within the company.
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
Professional qualification from recognised institution e.g., ONC/HNC, NVQ in Construction
Extensive experience working within the built environment
Conversant with building regulations and CDM Regulations, and Health and Safety.
Management of design change protocols
A pro-active management style with capability to lead and coordinate a wider team.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Able to work with a high degree of accuracy.
Able to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external partners
Ability to prioritise and delegate as appropriate
Leadership skills including assertiveness, being decisive, flexible, good time management, organised, effective at leading / participating in meetings, works well under pressure and to strict deadlines.
Experience in stakeholder management.
Ability to coach and training junior and new team members in Technical processes and procedures
Confident at engaging with design consultants and site management teamsDesirable…
Deep knowledge of Part B of Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
Competent using Revit and AutoCAD.
Competent use of COINS and Viewpoint
Experience and knowledge of planning, financial and legal processes.
Up to date knowledge of best practice and the latest products and specification items available in the marketplace.
An understanding of the construction process involving different forms of Contract.
Experience in BIM.More about the Technical Manager role…
Collation and review of existing drawing information to establish accurate project data and specifications to prioritise remediation works.
Review of Visual Inspection Reports and assessment of height of building.
Discussion with Fire Engineer to agree extent of potential works required and areas to open up to investigate existing external wall build up, cladding types and fire stopping.
Review of Intrusive Reports in conjunction with external Consultants and Fire Engineer and agree with all parties the extent of works required.
Value engineering of remedial proposals in collaboration with our Commercial Managers to identify if there are other ways to comply with regulations and to make the building safe for residents.
On site assessments to review as-built building specifications and details.
Liaison with Managing Agents/Freeholders/RTM's/Solicitors to obtain relevant documentation and necessary permissions or licences to carry out intrusive investigations and the remedial works.
Liaise with Managing Agents/Freeholders/RTM's and Project Manager about timescales and what is communicated to residents.
Liaise with Building Control/Local Authority where required.
Check compliance of design and installation.
Provide any assistance or information to all parties to carry their responsibilities.
Ensure certification of works when completed in accordance with Government requirements.
Co-ordinate project teams throughout the planning and development process monitoring progress to ensure the delivery of projects on time and in budget.
Ensure all co-ordination issues relating to tenders and contract issues are implemented between design team, construction team, employer's agent and client.
Manage the technical and design process of the project from Site investigation and briefing through Planning Consent to Practical Completion.
Providing technical advice on the feasibility of projects, determining constraints and advising on budgets, phasing and timing.
Produce, monitor and update development fees & utility costs budgets and cash flows for all project phases.
Process monthly technical invoices.
Liaise with Estimators, Surveyors, Buyers and Construction to ensure accurate technical financial management and budgeting forecasting.
Management of design change protocols.
Input into the subcontractor QA checks to ensure best practice compliance.
Management of Fire engineer duties through all stages top ensure successful delivery of all fire related items.
Co-ordinate consultant appointments and prepare appointment scopes, design programmes and fee budgets.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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