Head of Technical

Vistry Group PLC; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Technical to lead design development and management within their London office. This pivotal role involves overseeing the technical team, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving innovative design solutions that enhance efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the construction sector, demonstrating strong leadership and technical expertise. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to building sustainable communities and making a positive impact in the housing industry.

Benefits

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 33 days annual leave

Private Healthcare

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance – 4x annual salary

Share incentive schemes

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior Technical role within construction.
• Strong understanding of BMS, Quality, and Employment policies.

Responsibilities

• Control design process from planning to project completion.
• Manage CDM responsibilities and health and safety documentation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies.

Skills

Leadership in new build housing developments

Technical understanding of construction methodologies

Proficiency in IT

Commercial awareness in design proposals

Innovative thinking

Education

Construction or Design qualification

Job description

Role Overview

In a Nutshell…

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Technical to join our team within Vistry South London, at our office in Stratford, London. As our Head of Technical, you will demonstrate a practical, thorough, pro-active, and efficient approach to design development and management. You will work within a team from project inception to completion, possessing the commercial awareness to develop design proposals that maximize efficiency and profitability within approval constraints. The technical team collaborates to deliver considered and buildable design solutions within project timelines, with support from a monitored consultant supply chain.

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
• Potential for agile working (role dependent)
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance – 4x your annual salary
• Share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal and many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Alignment with our company values – Integrity, Caring, and Quality
• Construction or Design qualification
• Extensive experience in a senior Technical role within the construction/housebuilding industry
• Knowledge of PLC policies related to BMS, Quality, and Employment
• Focus on achieving design, technical, and pre-construction programme success for business growth
• Proven leadership in new build housing developments and multi-story residential schemes (£5m-£60m)
• Strong technical understanding of construction methodologies from inception to completion
• Proficiency in IT to ensure process, programme, and customer care effectiveness
• Team player with the personality and intellect to contribute to business success and development
• Innovative thinker capable of driving positive change

Desirable…

• Membership of professional bodies such as CIAT, RICS, ICE, CIOB

More about the Head of Technical role…

• Recommend appointment of consultants
• Control design process from planning to project completion
• Ensure detailed designs meet Vistry’s standards and requirements
• Manage and review design development for value engineering and buildability
• Ensure timely registration with warranty providers (NHBC, Robust Details) and building regulation compliance
• Manage CDM responsibilities, including health and safety documentation
• Coordinate technical assessments, warranties, certificates, and related documentation
• Review design development to ensure safety and compliance with legislation and policies
• Obtain pre-application advice and approvals for highway works and planning layouts
• Understand relevant acts (Highways Act, Water Industry Act, Flood Water Management Act) and processes (S38, 104, 278)
• Provide technical support and detailed drawings to production, site management, and subcontractors
• Conduct site visits and prepare reports to ensure construction aligns with specifications
• Deliver coordinated design packages for budget, tender, and construction
• Implement and promote Vistry’s SHE policies and legal requirements
• Support achievement of financial targets and business growth initiatives
• Support and develop the technical team

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We’re Vistry Group, the UK’s leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality guide us; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities. Our brands include Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes, along with Vistry Works and Vistry Services. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing reasonable adjustments during the application process. Join us in making Vistry a better place to work and build your career.

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