Apply for the Construction Manager role at Vistry Group.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Manager to join our team within Vistry South East Midlands, based at our Enderby office and responsible for sites across the region. As our Construction Manager you will oversee the planning, execution and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and in compliance with contractual agreements. You will manage contracts, negotiate with clients and subcontractors, supervise project teams, manage risks, ensure quality control and maintain health and safety standards. We value in‑person collaboration and team culture, but we are also committed to supporting flexible working where possible.
Benefits
* 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× your annual salary
* Share save and share incentive schemes
* Employee rewards portal with many more benefits
Qualifications & Expectations
* Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
* Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager for a high‑volume house builder
* Up to date knowledge of SHE obligations and building legislation
* Proven record of motivating and managing a team effectively
* Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome
* Capable of implementing change and of using initiative
* Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy
* Proven ability to work effectively with senior management
* Ability to take a big‑picture view of multiple sites and make decisions accordingly
* Able to work with a high degree of accuracy
* Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving
* Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach
* Able to work under pressure
* Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving company targets
* ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 4/5 or similar
* SMSTS certification
* Demonstrable career progression within the construction industry
Responsibilities
* Manage site teams to meet performance targets and ensure alignment with business objectives
* Contribute to the construction strategy review for new developments
* Ensure safety, health and environmental compliance across all sites
* Monitor build progress, implement delay mitigation strategies and report on regional progress
* Participate in CVR meetings, ensuring project financials align with budgets and timelines
* Ensure timely project deliverables and accurate progress records
* Visit sites regularly to support teams and ensure compliance
* Foster relationships with external stakeholders such as NHBC and monitor programme timelines and budgets
* Ensure site compliance with SHE policies, conduct inductions and promote safety solutions
* Oversee customer service training, monitor quality for handovers and ensure customer satisfaction
* Assist with subcontractor vetting, review quality reports and ensure compliance with standards
* Develop and monitor construction programmes, coordinating with technical and commercial teams
* Ensure high site presentation standards and oversee recruitment, appraisals and employee development
We build more than homes – we’re building Vistry. As a responsible developer and award‑winning employer, we live each day through our ethos – doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, along with our values of integrity, caring and quality. We partner with renowned brands such as Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes, and our manufacturing operation – Vistry Works – along with the functional support of Vistry Services, positions us as a proud UK Green Building Council member and a top five housebuilder with a five‑star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Construction
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