Contract Project Manager jobs in Italy

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Project Director to join our team within Vistry Services Strategic Land, at our Brentwood office and on-site in Chelmsford. As our Associate Project Director, you will be responsible for the ongoing delivery of our flagship project at Beaulieu to completion, managing budget control, on-site infrastructure delivery, and overall project management. You will also lead smaller sites and provide technical/development support for the wider Strategic Land team. The role is suited for an experienced Technical/Construction/Development specialist with a proven track record of delivering complex consortium projects at scale, with a focus on on-site technical/engineering delivery. This position reports to the Head of Technical.

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• 2 Volunteering days per year
• Private medical insurance (employee paid)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme via salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4x salary
• Share save and incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal and more benefits

What we expect from you…

• Alignment with company values – Integrity, Caring, and Quality
• 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
• Experience in strategic infrastructure provision
• Track record of delivering from land acquisition to adoption
• Experience in financial modelling and budget management
• Ability to prioritize and delegate effectively
• Knowledge in development, civil, and project management
• Expertise in Section 38, 104, and 278 Agreements
• Proficiency in procuring multi-utility packages and understanding statutory service wayleaves and easements
• Understanding of contract procurement under ICC and NEC forms
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building
• Highly organized, motivated, and goal-oriented
• Full driving license

Desirable qualifications include a degree in a relevant field, membership of a professional body, confidence in decision-making, and knowledge of Health and Safety best practices, Prince2 certification, among others.

More about the Associate Project Director role…

• Lead flagship schemes with significant infrastructure delivery, overseeing Project Managers
• Manage primary infrastructure delivery, working with cost consultants, contract administrators, and using NEC and ICC contracts
• Maintain financial viability of developments, controlling budgets and costs
• Support the delivery and maintenance of roads, drainage, and open spaces
• Maintain risk, opportunity, and exit strategy registers
• Ensure contractual and legal compliance
• Coordinate planning activities and secure necessary permissions
• Collaborate with regional teams and other housebuilders for site management
• Provide progress updates across Vistry Group
• Manage consultant expenditure within budgets
• Demonstrate strong team ethic and embody Vistry’s core values
• Represent Vistry and Strategic Land to stakeholders

About us…

We build more than homes; we’re shaping Vistry. We are committed to responsible development and being an award-winning employer, guided by our values of integrity, caring, and quality. We develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing, working in partnership with our brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes. We are a UK Green Building Council member, a top five housebuilder, and have received numerous awards including Top Employer and Global Top Inspiring Workplaces. Join us in making Vistry a great place to work.

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