Technical Director

3 weeks ago


Derby, United Kingdom Wates Full time

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR CONSTRUCTION

Wates are looking for a Technical Director to join our Construction team focussing on our MOJ projects across multiple locations.

If you are passionate about supporting our onsite teams and looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together.

This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Technical Directors are a valuable part of our leadership team, providing technical leadership and strategy for our MOJ Construction Business. Being accountable for the regional technical disciplines including design, planning, engineering, quality, digital construction and information management throughout work winning, pre construction and construction.  

AS OUT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR YOU WILL:

  • Oversee technical teams, including workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement.
  • Assist with design strategies, procurement, and project delivery, while ensuring technical compliance and resolving legacy issues.
  • Promote digital construction tools and ensuring design management procedures are effective and consistently applied.
  • Enhance business unit productivity through modern construction methods and collaborating with other disciplines for continuous improvement.

ABOUT YOU:

Ideally you will have a strong understanding of building practices and techniques and possess in-depth knowledge of the design process, including the RIBA Plan of Works and BSRIA guidance. A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and technical guidance, including regional variations such as The London Plan. Familiarity with different procurement routes and their associated risks and opportunities is required, along with a good grasp of contractual obligations through contracts like JCT D&B, NEC, and traditional contracts. Additionally, be able to demonstrate commercial awareness, business acumen, and the ability to balance cost, compliance, and quality to achieve exemplary outcomes.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary & bonus 
  • Flexible working 
  • Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) 
  • Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) 
  • Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… 
  • Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression
  • Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.


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