Area Build Manager

Job DescriptionJob Title:        Area Build Manager / Contracts Manager                                                Reports to:    Construction Director  Key ResponsibilitiesTo take full ownership for the delivery of developments within an allocated geographical area by overseeing and supporting our Site teams, sub-contractors, and suppliers to produce the highest quality homes for our customers, safely, efficiently, professionally within set budgets and to the agreed programme of works. 1. Health, Safety & Environment-         Create a positive team approach to maintaining the highest Health and Safety standards-         Comply with responsibilities outlined by Lioncourt Homes Health and Safety Policy and the Health, Safety & Environment Manager (HS & E) ensuring compliance from our site teams and sub-contractors-         Assist the HS & E Manager in preparing the Construction Phase Health, Safety and Environmental Plan -         Continuous monitoring and supporting of HS&E on developments, providing constructive feedback to each Site team-         Be aware of and support the Company’s commitment to Mental Health Awareness. 2. Development Planning-         Alongside the Construction Director, agree build direction, taking into account individual site challenges and complexities-         Create and adjust build programmes and communicate these to the site teams -         Identify critical issues which could affect the programme delivery and put plans in place to reduce impact.3. Quality and Programme Delivery-         Visit each development frequently -         Monitor and inspect quality and site presentation to ensure that the highest standards are being achieved by encouraging continuous improvement-         Monitor the NHBC portal to ensure reportable items are kept to a minimum and produce reports to the site teams as and when required-         Provide regular internal feedback where any quality issues are recurrent-         Promote and support the attainment of NHBC quality awards.4. Leadership -         Create a positive, productive team environment in line with our business culture and values-         Lead, motivate, support, guide and encourage the career development of all members of each Site team-         Carry out recruitment in conjunction with HR and the needs of developments and the business-         Recognise and encourage excellent performance -         Ensure that any training requirements are discussed openly, and steps taken to support any additional development needs-         Undertake annual PDR’s.5. Sustainability -         Support the delivery of our local Employment and Skills training initiatives -         Encourage a positive and proactive approach to waste management -         Support the achievement of our Company Sustainability Vision targets-         Support community engagement initiatives. 6. Sales Interface-         Ensure a positive, proactive relationship of transparency and trust with the Sales team-         Clear and concise communication -          A thorough understanding of the conveyancing and completion processes. 7. Customer Service -         Maintain a 5 star mindset across all of the site teams-         Have a thorough understanding of the customer journey both pre and post legal completion ensuring that each site team is adhering to our standards-         Carry out handover inspections and produce reports to the relevant site teams -         Have a full understanding of the HBF satisfaction process to ensure the highest results are achieved -         Strive to achieve the highest quality Lioncourt homes for our customers.  8. Internal and External Working RelationshipsBuild a strong cross disciplinary team ethos with all internal departments including Health and Safety, Sales, Commercial, Customer Care, Design, Engineering, Finance, Land, Marketing, HR and IT . Develop solid working relationships with: -         suppliers and sub-contractors -         local authorities-         service and utility companies-         consortium site representatives where applicable-         local community stakeholders -         consultants-         building Control-         Environment Agency-         Health & Safety Executive-         Housing Association representatives. 9. Person specification Educational attainment10 + years experience within house building of which 3 years managing multiple projects as Contracts Manager or Area Build Manager, essential. Degree level attainment within a construction related field, desirable. NVQ Construction Management Level 6 or above, desirable. Personal qualities A genuine passion for the safe delivery of excellent quality homes. Driven and resilient. Proficient IT user. Driving licence. Leadership and Management style Able to apply a calm, logical, empathetic approach to situations.Proven experience of coaching and guiding others through good communication skills.Able to delegate work effectively. Time efficiency. Experience required3 + years at Contracts Manager level or similar.