Construction Director

Barratt Redrow; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Wakefield is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee site development and ensure customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership qualities, proven experience in managing construction projects, and a commitment to health and safety. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover – Family Cover

Company Car or Cash Allowance

Annual Medical Health Assessment

26 days’ holiday increasing with service

Choice of Flexible Benefits

Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a similar role or at the level of Construction or Contracts Manager.
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade and relevant legislative requirements.
• Experience in managing budgets/cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of sites to meet specifications and revenue targets.
• Champion Customer Service and ensure satisfaction targets are met.
• Liaise with the Sales and Commercial Directors for optimal resource usage.

Skills

Budget management

Health and Safety knowledge

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Customer service

Job description

Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you’ll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that for an unprecedented thirteenth year, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Reporting to the Managing Director, to lead and take responsibility for the Construction process and team by building to Programme, Quality and Cost targets set by the Group; ensuring that Customer Service and Health and Safety is incorporated into every aspect of the process. To be part of the senior executive team in the division You will be expected to:

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of sites, in accordance with the specifications, programme and number of legal completions agreed by the Divisional Board; ensuring that best practice is followed, costs are controlled, and the department maximises revenue generation and contribution to the company’s operating profit
• Champion Customer Service within the Division; implement the Group’s Customer Service policies and procedures. Ensure that Customer satisfaction targets are met and deal with all customer related issues which have not been resolved through the Customer Service Team
• Work in conjunction with the MD, agree direction of build and locations for compounds and storage, and produce build programmes. Monitor and review in conjunction with Construction/Contracts Managers to ensure adherence to programme
• Liaise with the Sales Director to ensure up to date understanding of sales exchange and completion targets in order to ensure the build programme optimises revenue generation for each development
• Liaise with the Commercial Director regarding the appointment of suitable sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resource and expertise to achieve required quality standards within agreed timescales
• Comply with the responsibilities as laid down in the Group’s Health and Safety policy in order to ensure a safe working environment
• Ensure the Construction team are fully resourced and well‑directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the department’s workload
• Appropriately report to the MD and Divisional Board in line with the standard format and schedule
• Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures
• Take responsibility for all people development across the construction team within the division
• Ensure all KPI targets are achieved
• Ensure early involvement in site conception through to completion
• Act as the leader and role model for the construction team as a whole

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a similar role or at the level of Construction or Contracts Manager
• In‐depth knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. Health and Safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations
• Experience of managing budgets/cost control, and planning, prioritising and organising work to meet targets and changing business needs
• Someone who is self‑confident, decisive, resilient and able to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• A lateral and innovative thinker, an original problem‑solver
• A motivational team‑leader focused on managing, coaching and developing the Construction team to achieve their full potential
• Excellent knowledge, understanding and experience of dealing with all issues relating to Customer Care

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5‑star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high‑quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex‑Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office‑based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover – Family Cover
• Company Car or Cash Allowance
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
• Choice of Flexible Benefits
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

Our Benefits Are Fit To Measure Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world. Private medical cover. Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more – including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members. Pension First‑class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions. Annual Health Assessment All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. Financial Benefits As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts. Lifestyle Benefits Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle. So much more… From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.