Construction Director

Vistry Group PLC; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development company in Exeter is seeking an Operations/Construction Director to oversee project planning and delivery, manage team coordination, and drive a culture of safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in new build housing contracts and a strong understanding of construction methodologies. Competitive salary with benefits such as a company car, annual leave, and a pension scheme is offered.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary and annual bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Private medical insurance

Up to 39 days annual leave

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Operations/Construction Director roles.
• Proven track record on new build housing contracts and multi-story residential schemes.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Manage team coordination and report on project progress.
• Ensure timely, on-budget delivery through regular programme reviews.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Construction methodologies

Commercial acumen

SHE procedures understanding

Education

Degree in Construction Management / Project Management

Job description

Overview

Role overview

Note: This section has been reformatted for clarity. Original details: ID, Entity, Region, Department, Contract Type, Job Location, Date Posted.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Manage team coordination, report on project progress, and support senior leadership in decision-making.
• Handle staff recruitment, development, and performance management.
• Provide support in securing new work opportunities and ensure 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, monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure 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 WIP release processes and ensure deliverables meet quality standards and project milestones.
• Promote cross-department collaboration 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, with regular reports to regional boards.
• Manage recruitment, induction, and performance appraisals, ensuring a discrimination-free workplace and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

Essential:

• We are seeking an Operations/Construction Director or Head of Construction/Operations or equivalent with extensive experience.
• A strong operations and commercial leader with a proven track record on new build housing contracts and multi-story residential schemes (£5m-£60m).
• Experience with PLC policies and procedures relating to SHE, Quality, and Employment.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies from inception to project completion.
• Understanding and competence in programme management and software; proficient IT systems usage to support processes and customer service.
• Knowledge of SHE procedures and policies.
• Team player with the ability to contribute to the business unit board; innovative thinker capable of driving positive change.
• Focus on achieving programme milestones and business success.

Desirable:

• Degree qualification in Construction Management / Project Management.
• Management/Leadership Training (e.g., ILM).

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

Benefits and company information

• Annual Leave: 28 days plus UK Bank Holidays with options to carry forward or buy extra
• Pension with Legal & General: auto-enrolment; 4% employee / 6% employer; salary sacrifice options
• Volunteer Days: 2 paid days per year

About us

We build more than homes; we are making Vistry. We are a responsible developer and award-winning employer with values of integrity, caring and quality. We work in a partnership-led way under brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes, with Vistry Works and Vistry Services. We are a UK Green Building Council member and have received multiple awards including Top Employer and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.