Construction Director in Gateshead

Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you’ll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other.

Reporting to the Managing Director, to lead and take responsibility for the Construction process and team by building to Programme, Quality and Cost targets set by the Group; ensuring that Customer Service and Health and Safety is incorporated into every aspect of the process.

You will be expected to:

• Manage the development of sites, in accordance with the specifications, programme and number of legal completions agreed by the Divisional Board; ensuring that best practice is followed, costs are controlled, and the department maximises revenue generation and contribution to the company’s operating profit.
• Champion Customer Service within the Division; implement the Group’s Customer Service policies and procedures. Ensure that Customer satisfaction targets are met and deal with all customer related issues which have not been resolved through the Customer Service Team.
• Work in conjunction with the MD, agree direction of build and locations for compounds and storage, and produce build programmes.
• Monitor and review in conjunction with Construction/Contracts Managers to ensure adherence to programme.
• Liaise with the Sales Director to ensure up to date understanding of sales exchange and completion targets in order to ensure the build programme optimises revenue generation for each development.
• Liaise with the Commercial Director regarding the appointment of suitable sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resource and expertise to achieve required quality standards within agreed timescales.
• Comply with the responsibilities as laid down in the Group’s Health and Safety policy in order to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensure the Construction team are fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the department’s workload.
• Appropriately report to the MD and Divisional Board in line with the standard format and schedule.
• Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures.
• Take responsibility for all people development across the construction team within the division.
• Ensure all KPI targets are achieved.
• Ensure early involvement in site conception through to completion.
• Act as the leader and role model for the construction team as a whole.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Proven track record in a similar role or at the level of Construction or Contracts Manager.
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. Health and Safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations.
• Experience of managing budgets/cost control, and planning, prioritising and organising work to meet targets and changing business needs.
• Someone who is self-confident, decisive, resilient and able to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• A lateral and innovative thinker, an original problem‑solver.
• A motivational team‑leader focused on managing, coaching and developing the Construction team to achieve their full potential.
• Excellent knowledge, understanding and experience of dealing with all issues relating to Customer Care.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high‑quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office‑based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme.
• Private Medical Cover – Family Cover.
• Annual Medical Health Assessment.
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days).

Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.

Private medical cover: Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

Pension: First‑class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

Annual Health Assessment: All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts. Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.

So much more… From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

About North East: Our dual‑branded Barratt Redrow divisions combine the best of our Barratt Homes and Redrow brands. Whether it is homes focused on first time buyers, or those aimed towards customers taking the next step in their homeownership journey, we provide award winning quality and innovative design.

That’s why we’ve been awarded the maximum 5 Stars from the Home Builders Federation since 2009, making us the only major national housebuilder to achieve this.

Where you’ll be working: Here is where you'll be based, whether that's an office or one of our sites.

Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre: We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind: We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day‑to‑day action we take.