Overview

Director of Construction at Persimmon Homes. This role oversees the regional build programme, ensuring all aspects of construction projects conform to the Persimmon Way, budgets, timelines and construction and quality standards. The role has overall responsibility for the management and performance of the construction function and reports to the Managing Director.

What you’ll do as a Director of Construction

• Oversee construction projects ensuring they are completed on time and to specification, while complying with company and construction build and quality standards.
• Report on and monitor the logistics and resources associated with developments, working to regulatory and quality standards and implementing cost saving solutions, to ensure compliance and budgetary targets are met.
• Contribute towards contract negotiations with third party suppliers and contractors to ensure achievement of the build programme and associated targets.
• Provide accurate and timely management information on a regular basis to enable the formulation of the appropriate strategy and aid decision making in line with the objectives of the Operating Company.
• Manage the team effectively, including setting clear objectives, conducting professional development reviews, coaching and training to ensure employees achieve both their full potential and company targets.
• Advocate the Group Health, Safety and Environment Policy while ensuring compliance throughout the team to ensure health and safety standards are met.

What experience do I need?

• Extensive experience within the housebuilding construction industry
• Understanding of the NHBC or /LABC/Premier standards
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A good understanding of Microsoft Package, including Outlook, Excel and Word
• Current CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
• SMST (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) is preferred
• Full UK Driving Licence is required
• Qualified to minimum NVQ Level 7 in Construction Site Supervision is preferred

Benefits

• Bonus
• Car Allowance or Company Car
• Hybrid Working
• 5* housebuilder – Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction
• Life Cover & Contributory Pension
• Employee Benefits Platform – access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development

This role is a senior leadership position within the construction function and may require travel to regional sites as needed.