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Construction Director

3 months ago

Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Wainhomes (South West) Ltd Full time

Location:
Exeter office and covering the South West region
Wain Group is one of the UK's largest private development companies. We're made up of Wain Homes, the housebuilder, and Wain Estates, the strategic land company. Wain Homes builds approximately 1,200 homes a year from its three regional offices in Warrington, Bristol, and Exeter. It has ambitions to increase this to 1,600 homes over the next five years. Wain Estates operates nationally from Warrington. It is currently promoting 3,200 acres across the country.


Since 1972 when Bill Ainscough founded William Ainscough developments, to 2022 when we reached our 50th Anniversary as Wain Group, our people have always been the most important element of our business.


Our Values and Culture are at our heart and centre on our most valued assets - our people and our customers.

We ensure our people know it by putting both their wellbeing and their careers first every day.

Everyone counts in our culture, and we are always looking for new ways and new people to share it with.


Reporting to the regional Managing Director, as the Construction Director of our South West region you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality residential developments while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.


Key responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

  • Develop and implement strategic construction plans aligned with company objectives and growth targets.
  • Be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, and project compliance standards.

Project Management:

  • Oversee the execution of multiple construction developments simultaneously, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards.
  • Monitor progress and performance of construction teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
  • Implement effective project management methodologies to optimise efficiency and minimise risks.

Team Leadership:

  • Provide strong leadership and direction to the construction management team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Recruit, develop, and mentor construction team members, fostering talent development and succession planning.

Compliance and Regulations:

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities and local government agencies as necessary.

Cost Management:

  • Develop and manage construction budgets, ensuring cost control measures are in place throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering without compromising quality.

Quality Assurance:

  • Implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes to uphold the company's reputation for delivering highquality homes.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.

Stakeholder Management:

  • Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including land, technical, sales, commercial, finance and customer care teams.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
  • You will ensure the successful delivery of strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

  • Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and efficiency in construction processes.
  • Champion initiatives for continuous improvement in construction methodologies, materials, and techniques.

Desirable skills and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of successful leadership in construction management roles within the residential development sector.
  • Extensive knowledge of construction methodologies, building codes, and regulations.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
  • Ability to lead and motivate crossfunctional teams in a fastpaced environment.
  • Excellent problemsolving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationshipbuilding skills.
  • Ability to analyse financial data and conduct feasibility studies.
  • Excellent project management skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Sound geographical knowledge of the operational area.
  • Valid driver licence and willingness to travel as required.
  • Membership in relevant professional organisations is an asset.
  • The ability to embrace and role model our company values
  • One Wain, Rise to the Challenge, Keep it