Construction Director

Vistry Group; East Devon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company based in East Devon is seeking a Construction Director to oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in new build housing contracts, strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies, and a proven ability to lead construction teams. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary and annual bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 39 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary

Qualifications

• Wealth of experience as Operations/Construction Director or equivalent.
• Track record on new build housing contracts ranging from £5m-£60m.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Secure new work opportunities and ensure construction input.
• Collaborate with the Technical Director for design approval.
• Manage procurement, contracts, and profitability.

Skills

Operations/Construction leadership

New build housing contracts

Technical knowledge of construction methodologies

IT systems competence

SHE procedures knowledge

Job description

Role Overview: In a Nutshell… We have a great opportunity for a Construction Director to join our team within Vistry Devon South West, at our Exeter office. As our Construction Director, you will oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery. You will manage team coordination, report on project progress, and support senior leadership in decision-making, while also handling staff recruitment, development, and performance management. 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in securing new work opportunities, ensuring construction input for housebuilding and partner delivery schemes.
• Collaborate with the Technical Director to minimise risks and ensure design approval for new schemes.
• Work with the land and development team to secure new projects, aligning with the regional business plan.
• Partner with the commercial team to manage procurement, contracts, and profitability in line with the regional plan.
• Ensure customer needs are met efficiently by collaborating with Sales and Customer Service teams.
• Lead the construction team, monitoring progress, managing risks, and ensuring timely, on-budget delivery through regular programme reviews.
• Drive a culture of safety, health, and environmental excellence, using SHE data to implement continuous improvements.
• Oversee the WIP release process, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and align with project milestones.
• Promote collaboration across departments to ensure timely project execution and minimize delays.
• Engage with the supply chain and work closely with the Customer Service Director to ensure high service levels.
• Hold responsibility for the quality of homes built, producing regular reports for regional boards.
• Manage recruitment, induction, and performance appraisals, while ensuring a discrimination-free workplace and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• A wealth of experience working as an Operations/Construction Director or Head of Construction/Operations or equivalent.
• A strong operations and commercial leader with a proven track record of success working on new build housing contracts and multi-story residential apartment schemes ranging from £5m-£60m.
• Experience of PLC policies and procedures relating to SHE / Quality / Employment.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies from inception to project completion.
• Understanding and competence of programme approach and software.
• Sufficiently competent in the use of IT systems to ensure processes, programmes and customer service initiatives are effectively followed.
• Knowledge of SHE procedures and policies.
• A team player with the personality and intellect to make an effective contribution to the success and development of the business, as a member of the business unit board.
• An innovative thinker with the ability to identify and drive through positive changes.
• Focus on the importance of achievement of programme on business success.

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 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

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