In a Nutshell…
We have a new opportunity for a Graduate Design Manager to join our team within Vistry Partnerships London, at our Stratford office. As our Graduate Design Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Design & Build Coordinator to ensure the Client's requirements are fully represented in the Consultant's design and that the works are constructed in accordance with the design, current good practice and within cost parameters, thereby representing best value for both Company and Client.
Our graduate programme is a two-year scheme for people who have already gained a degree. Divided into seven modules, it'll give you a broad experience of our business and help you develop your potential through a blend of formal training, growth activities and on-the-job experience.
As well as the two-year development training course you will enrolled in, you may also spend time in a variety of departments within our London business to gain a true understanding of how our business works. Giving you the best start to your career in construction.
We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Agile working arrangements possible for this role
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy up to 5 days per annum
Private Healthcare
Company contributory pension scheme
Life assurance – 4 x your annual salary
Sharesave scheme
Cycle to work scheme – up to £3000
Support with a professional membership
Denplan, GymFlex and many more…In return, what we would like from you…
Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
Construction/design related HNC/HND/Degree
Construction/design related further education
Good communicator
Ability to build professional relationships internally and externally
Commercial knowledge
Basic understanding of statutory regulations
Basic technical knowledge
Confident
Professional approach
Good time management with ability to multitask
Attention to detail
EnthusiasmDesirable –
Member of Professional Body CIOB/RIBA/RICS
Relevant CSCS card
Work industry placement or work placement within a housebuilderMore about the Graduate Design Manager role…
As a Graduate Design Manager, you will assist the Design Manager with carrying out the following:
Monitor, review and comment on currently employed Consultants and refer to Directors.
Convene and chair Design Team meetings and ensure an appropriate record of action points are recorded, distributed and monitored to a conclusion.
To ensure Consultants prepare detailed designs in accordance with Employer's Requirements and Contractors Proposals. Review co-ordination aspects.
Manage and review the design development process ensuring value engineering & buildability are considered at all stages.
To ensure construction issue design information is distributed to the correct parties and approvals obtained (where appropriate) in accordance with the programme and design procurement schedule.
Responsible for the management of design information to allow timely discharge of all planning conditions.
Set up, monitor and maintain a design stage programme and/or information required schedule (IRS) as appropriate.
To ensure timely registration with warranty providers i.e. NHBC, Robust Details and Building Regulation Application.
Manage Statutory Service Applications
To ensure timely completion and issue of technical assessments, CfSH/BREEAM information, warranties, certificates and the like.
Manage the preparation, approval and distribution of the Health and Safety File/Operating and Maintenance Manuals.
Attend Site Meetings as required.
Set up information/drawing registers and ensure information control is in accordance with all relevant Company BMS Procedures and that a full archive of design information is retained.
To promote the company and its activities, both internally and externally.
Be innovative in developing markets, ideas, opportunities and best value for the Company
Review design development to allow construction of works to follow safety working practices and be in accordance with current legislation, Group Policy and Procedures.
Liaise with the Company Temporary Works Coordinator and Designers.
Ensure any post planning application pre-commencement activities carried out on site comply with Group Policy & Procedures i.e. ground investigation, archaeological surveys etc.
Quality Assurance
Comply with Company Q.A. Procedures. Develop and research any area of the Company Design and Construct Activities as directed.
Prepare and monitor IRS
Produce design team meeting minutes
Ensure design information is distributed to Contracts Teams on time
Prepare progress reports in conjunction with Design & Build Contractors and Contracts ManagersFinally, let's tell you about us…
Vistry Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds – we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality.
We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career.
Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us here at Vistry Group – we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us – we will always be happy to help.
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