Project Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company car / car allowance

Annual bonus

Pension and life cover

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Vistry Group PLC in Warwickshire seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead on-site delivery of new build housing and multi-story projects. You will plan, coordinate, and oversee construction from start to finish, managing budgets, schedules, resources, and teams to deliver to required quality standards.

You will liaise with partners, customers, contractors and stakeholders, drive health and safety, and champion a culture of collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience on new build multi-story or housing projects.
• Experience in health and safety management on construction sites.
• SMSTS certificate and First Aid at Work required.
• NVQ Level 6/7 or BTEC in Building Construction or similar.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and welfare of all individuals on site.
• Lead project delivery with high standards of quality, time and client relations.
• Manage internal and external teams to meet project goals.
• Develop and coach team members, encouraging growth and providing constructive feedback.
• Oversee project meetings, resource plans and supply chain requirements.
• Maintain adherence to on-site processes and quality management.

Skills

Project management

Multi-story construction

Health and safety leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Time/cost/budget control

Education

NVQ Level 6-7 / BTEC Building Construction

SMSTS Certificate

First Aid at Work Certificate

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Power Project

Asta Team Plan

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team in Vistry South West Midlands, responsible for our Lighthorne site in Gaydon, Warwickshire. As our Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction projects from start to finish. You will manage budgets, schedules, resources, and teams to ensure the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves liaising with Partners, Customers, contractors, and stakeholders, as well as handling risks, issues, and compliance.

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.

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
• 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
• 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…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Experience working on new build multi story projects or housing projects
• Experience in the management of Health and Safety
• Ability to analyse technical and commercial aspects of developments and apply solutions in terms of time, cost, quality, and best use of available resources
• A proven operational, team player who can set direction and delivery within challenging market conditions
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Creates a positive environment which drives a culture of respect and mutual support within their team
• Creates consensus through influence and persuasion with the ability to inspire others
• Reputation for integrity, maturity and sound business judgment and be totally comfortable leading and working in a team environment
• Valid First Aid at Work Certificate
• NVQ Level 6 -7 BTEC diploma in Building Construction or similar
• Valid SMSTS Certificate
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Project and Asta Team plan
• Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety obligations and building legislation
• A good understanding of the considerate contractor’s requirements to achieve high scores

More about the Project Manager role…

• Ensure the safety and welfare of all individuals involved, in line with Vistry's safety policy.
• Foster continuous safety improvements across the project.
• Lead the successful completion of the project, maintaining high standards in quality, time, and client relations.
• Manage internal and external teams to meet project goals.
• Develop and coach team members, encouraging growth and providing constructive feedback.
• Motivate and engage employees to drive excellence in project delivery.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Oversee all project-related communication.
• Develop plans to ensure resource and supply chain requirements are met.
• Lead and facilitate key project meetings with stakeholders.
• Identify and manage any additional work, ensuring clear cost agreements.
• Regularly review and manage the project programme to ensure timely completion.
• Ensure adherence to Vistry's on-site processes.
• Induct and support team members in role-specific requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure that quality standards are consistently met throughout the project by implementing effective quality management processes and conducting regular reviews

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

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.