Technical Director

Barratt Developments plc; Leeds (UT); Hybrid; USD 100,066 - 140,093; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover - Family Cover

Annual Medical Health Assessment

26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day /

26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day)

up to 29 days)

Job summary

Barratt Developments plc is seeking a Design and Technical Manager to lead the technical services from land acquisition through site completion. You will oversee the technical design solutions across architectural and engineering disciplines and ensure value, cost control, and compliance with CDM across projects.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will manage the Technical team, budgets, and collaboration with senior management, shaping the approach to site development and adoption

Qualifications

• Degree or NVQ Level 5 in Construction, Engineering, Town Planning or Urban Design, with RICS or RIBA qualifications.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail, with ability to prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Technical team is resourced and guided with clear guidelines.
• Engage with senior management and promote company values.
• Provide cost-effective technical service and maximise department revenue.
• Manage professional fee budget for each development.
• Produce technical design solutions covering site evaluation and engineering/architectural design.
• Ensure procedures and reports are delivered on schedule.
• Report to MD and Divisional Board in standard format.
• Undertake the role of Principal Designer under CDM Regulations.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Detail oriented

Task prioritisation

Team leadership

Technical management

Education

Degree in Construction/Engineering/Town Planning or Urban Design

RICS or RIBA qualifications

NVQ Level 5 in a relevant subject

Job description

The Design and Technical teams are involved in all aspects of housing design and innovation, this team is also responsible for researching the best materials, at the best cost.

In terms of design, there’s the sheer variety of our sites, many of them using existing buildings, and all of them with unique problems to solve. Then there’s the question of new materials and our drive for sustainability and value, all in the face of ever changing building and environmental legislation.

Most of the people in this team have an architectural or engineering background, and for all, we offer the opportunity to gain expertise in design and project management in a thought-provoking setting.

Reporting to the Managing Director, to support site development and the attainment of targets through the management of all technical services, including all technical, engineering and architectural aspects of the business from land acquisition through to site completions and final adoptions.

You will be expected to:

• Ensure the Technical 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
• Engage with the management of the business, in accordance with corporate responsibility for the business, work effectively as part of the senior management team and take a “whole company” perspective to managing issues
• Provide a practical and cost effective technical service to the company and to ensure that best practice is followed, costs are controlled, the department maximises revenue generation and contribution to the company’s operating profit
• Be directly responsible for managing the professional fee budget for each development
• Be responsible for producing technical design solutions encompassing site evaluation, architectural and engineering design, the investigation of technical problems encountered and provision of economical viable resolutions
• Ensure that technical department procedures are adhered to, and layouts, technical reports for land appraisal and required working drawings are provided within the agreed date schedule
• 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
• Undertake the role of Principal Designer under the CDM Regulations

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Demonstrable effective experience of working for a major company in a similar role or at the level of Design/Technical Manager
• Individual who is ideally qualified to degree or HNC in Construction, Engineering, Town Planning or Urban Design, RICS or RIBA qualified or NVQ Level 5 in a relevant subject
• Excellent communicator, with high detail orientation and the ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs
• Extensive experience of working within established development methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of the major functions within the remit of Technical Services and how they impact on site acquisition and development.
• Ability to identify issues which impact on land value/development costs and to make the correct ‘allowances’
• A motivational team-leader focused on managing, coaching and developing the Technical team to achieve their full potential

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuildersince 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.

Barrattadopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on ourconstructionsites andsalesoffices, 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.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuildersince 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.

Barrattadopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on ourconstructionsites andsalesoffices, 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.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover - Family Cover
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)

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.

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.

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.

About Yorkshire West

Our dual-branded Barratt Redrow divisions combine the best of our Barratt Homes and Redrow brands.

Whether it is homes focused on first time buyers, or those aimed towards customers taking the next step in their homeownership journey, we provide award winning quality and innovative design.

That’s why we’ve been awarded the maximum 5 Stars from the Home Builders Federation since 2009, making us the only major national housebuilder to achieve this.

Where you’ll be
working

Here is where you'll be based, whether that's an office or one of our sites.

Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre

We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind

We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day-to-day action we take.

See how our colleagues are building tomorrow together.