Technical Innovation Project Manager

Vistry Group PLC; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistry Group is seeking a dynamic Technical Innovation Project Manager to lead transformative projects within Vistry Services. The role involves addressing critical challenges like climate change and modern construction methods while ensuring compliance with regulations. Offering competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary and annual bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 39 days annual leave with service

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in housebuilding industry in a technical or construction role.
• Strong understanding of building regulations and construction methods.
• Experience in timber frame or other modern methods of construction (MMC).

Responsibilities

• Leading transformative projects addressing industry challenges.
• Investigating new construction products to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Managing implementation of new technologies from concept to trial.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Decision Making

Education

HNC or Degree in Surveying, Project Management, Building or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Overview

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Innovation Project Manager to join our team within Vistry Services, we are open to location for this position, however you will be required to travel to regional business units and sites nationally.

We are seeking a dynamic Technical Innovation Project Manager to lead transformative projects and help Vistry address critical industry challenges, including climate change, the growing demand for sustainable timber frame homes and modern methods of construction (MMC). The role will drive innovation to meet regulatory requirements including the Future Homes Standard.

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
• 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…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• HNC or Degree in Surveying, Project Manager Building or similar
• Extensive experience working within housebuilding Industry in either a technical role, or construction role managing projects
• Previous experience in timber frame or other MMC
• A strong understanding of building regulations
• A good knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Experience in project management
• Ability to assess, analyse, communicate and present information
• Good business sense
• Good understanding working with regions
• Excellent communications skills
• Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work to strive for improvement
• Excellent team working skills
• Personable approach
• Accurate with an eye for detail
• Capable of strategic vision
• Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

More about the Technical Innovation Project Manager role…

• Investigating and evaluating new construction products and techniques to improve efficiency, sustainability and cost effectiveness.
• Exploring and implementing off-site construction methods to enhance production, speed and quality.
• Working with internal teams (design, technical, commercial) and external consultants to ensure seamless integration of innovative solutions.
• Managing the implementation of new technologies from concept to trial completion on specific high-level projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Communicating best practice throughout Vistry.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated and the adoption of new technologies
• Ensuring all innovations comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Take a leading role in ensuring full compliance with Future Homes Standard specifications, working closely with our energy / SAP consultants.
• Working closely with the Group Design and Technical to ensure relevant information is passed on.
• Carryout analytical assessments for the Group on key areas associated to sustainability, including energy efficiency as-built performance, waste management, overheating and embodied carbon.
• Assist the Group’s Sustainability team to ensure targets are being met in Technical Sustainability areas for Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Reporting.

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 empowerus 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.

Join us in making Vistry.

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