In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Director to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Plymouth site (PL6 8FA). As our Project Director, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the overall project strategy to Plan and Enable the delivery of circa 500 homes per year across Sherford on behalf of the Sherford Consortium. This will be achieved by working closely and in harmony with all key personnel and will include placemaking as required to deliver the Sherford New Town development.
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
Degree/NHC/HND in a Construction/Engineering/Planning related area
Relevant SHE experiences & training
Experience in senior role within the construction, property development or housing industry in particular in mixed tenure and social housing formats
Large Infrastructure delivery
Experience of leading major regeneration projects
Experience in liaising and negotiating with a wide range of individuals and organisations including professional consultants, local authorities, Registered Providers/Clients involved in the development process
Excellent knowledge of the planning system and development process, design and technical issues relevant to house building and affordable housing contracts, commercial processes, sales processes and the post completion customer service approach
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and to lead and drive the development process
Proven ability to deliver projects on programme
Good knowledge of traditional and modern constructions methods
IT literate - Office 365 preferable
Viewpoint / SharePoint
Working with many stakeholders and cross-department collaboration
Contract Management
Highly literate and able to understand and interpret legal documentation
Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise
Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility
Excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage stakeholders across a large new town development contractors & consultants and the ability to deliver quality the project strategy within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment
Professional manner
Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously
Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels
Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise
Thorough, with strong attention to detail
Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships
Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels and positively motivate teams and individuals to deliver
Strong presentation skills
Self-sufficient in terms of IT - proficient in MS Office programmes, and development software e.g. 4Projects, COINS
Ability to delegate when required
Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the region and as requiredDesirable…
Professionally qualified or working towards a membership of a Professional Body
Nebosh Construction Certificate or working towards
Consortium/JV arrangements experience
Experience of all stages of development including legal, design and planning related activities
Problem resolution in a timely mannerMore about the Project Director role…
Oversee the overall project strategy, ensuring alignment with the consortium's objectives for housing delivery, infrastructure, and community development.
Lead the delivery of up to 500 homes per year across Sherford, coordinating across each consortium member.
Act as the key liaison between the Sherford Consortium members (Taylor Wimpey, Vistry Group, Clarion Housing, etc.) and external stakeholders.
Chair or contribute to development board meetings, ensuring all partners are aligned on timelines, budgets, and risk management.
Lead the delivery of strategic infrastructure, including roads, drainage, new utilities, utility diversions (including overheads) and public spaces.
Oversee the planning process including Reserved Matters (RM) applications and planning conditions (e.g. S73 and S96 applications), ensuring compliance with local authority requirements.
Oversee land sales, commercial negotiations, and ancillary developments within the town.
Develop and implement procurement strategies, appointment processes, and payment systems for contractors and consultants.
Maintain strong relationships with local authorities, utility providers, community groups, and residents.
Support the work of the Sherford Estate Management Company(s) and ensure smooth handovers to management companies.
Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively seeking opportunities to improve delivery, reduce costs, or enhance community outcomes.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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