Job Description
In a Nutshell…\n\nWe have a new opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team within Vistry South East Midlands, at our site in Upwood, Cambridgeshire. As our Project Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and supporting the control and delivery of construction projects to meet client specifications (safety, quality, cost, time, etc.) such that all budget, risk, specification, project timescales, customer and business objectives are met in full. Located in Ramsey, this project is the 2nd phase on an existing site and will consist of 160 affordable houses and apartments.
There will be multiple client meetings on site, so excellent stakeholder management skills are essential for this role, along with the ability to drive the site teams to ensure we are delivering high quality homes.\n\nWe 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.\n\nLet's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…\n\nCompetitive basic salary and annual bonus\nCompany car, car allowance or travel allowance\nSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees\nUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service\n2 Volunteering days per annum\nPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid cover\nEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave\nCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice\nLife assurance at 4 x your annual salary\nShare save and share incentive schemes\nEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…\n\nBehave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality\nValid SMSTS Certificate\nConstruction-related academic qualification; BSc, or HNC or time-served tradesperson with proven track record in Site Management\nExperience working on new build residential multi story projects\nExperience in the management of Health and Safety\nAbility to analyse technical and commercial aspects of developments and apply solutions in terms of time, cost, quality and best use of available resources.\nA proven operational, team player who can set direction and delivery within challenging market conditions.\nExcellent interpersonal skills\nCreates a positive environment which drives a culture of respect and mutual support within their team.\nCreates consensus through influence and persuasion with the ability to inspire others.\nReputation for integrity, maturity and sound business judgement and be totally comfortable leading and working in a team environment.\nQualified to the required CIOB Grade applicable at the time in accordance with group policy\nGood working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Asta Power Project\nManaging all aspects of the build process\nGood working knowledge of the JCT D&B contract\nUp to date knowledge of Health and Safety obligations and building legislation\nA good understanding of the considerate contractor's requirements to achieve high scores.More about the Project Manager role… \n\nResponsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain within their control under the strict observance of the Vistry safety policy\nDrive delivery of continuous safety improvements\nOverall responsibility for the successful safe completion of the project: quality, time, procurement, client interface and to lead by example in all that they do, from commencement on site to a snag free PC.\nIn collaboration with the Project Design Co-ordinator, management of internal/external design team/consultants to meet project deadlines and contract design requirements\nWork collaboratively with the project MQS, QS and Buying team to procure efficiently and to programme to meet both the budget and programme needs\nEncourage and coach team members to develop their skills, giving regular feedback and providing challenging learning experiences\nEnsure employees feel motivated and engaged to deliver excellence\nAssist in the recruitment of the best people available to meet project needs\nManage liaisons, interfaces and contacts with project client and stakeholder such that positive and ongoing customer relationships are maintained\nManage all correspondence related to the project\nEnsure that detailed plans are developed commensurate with the overall project plan such that material, resources and supply chain can be procured and scheduled\nChair site meetings; progress meetings, safety meetings and project reviews with all stakeholders as appropriate, including the production of formal client and internal project reports and drop line programmes\nEnsure that all additional work is identified, fully costed and agreed with the client\nUnderstand and appreciate the commercial implications and drivers within the construction process and incorporate these within decision making\nStrategically produces and regularly reviews the project programme (including Procurement & Design) to ensure completion on time\nEnsure Vistry processes on site are adhered to\nEnsure all team members are fully inducted and carry out role specific requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement\nEnsure team members understand any sustainability practices relevant to their role, and encourage continuous improvementFinally, let's tell you a bit more about us…\n\nWe 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. \n\nJoin us in making Vistry. \n\n#LI-LK1