Technical Manager at Vistry Group in Warrington, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

design review

regulatory compliance

consultant management

documentation management

site visits

planning approvals

Attend relevant pre-start meetings, briefing teams on technical matters.
Monitor and report technical fees, including S106 obligations.
Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, and other statutory requirements.
Manage consultants delivering engineering designs, legal plans, and utility layouts.
Submit and secure approvals from Building Control and warranty providers.
Resolve technical queries and conduct site visits as required.
Provide technical input to commercial packages.
Coordinate and issue accurate design information to internal departments and external consultants.
Manage NHBC site creation, initial enquiries, and condition resolution.
Maintain and manage all technical documentation using 4Projects/Viewpoint.
Chair design team meetings and attend site progress meeting.
Review civil and structural engineering designs for compliance and value engineering opportunities.
Assist in the production of sales brochures and plot naming coordination.
Prepare and issue working drawing packs for tender and construction.
Liaise with local authorities and statutory bodies to secure timely approvals.
Progress planning applications and manage discharge of planning conditions.
Oversee technical approvals for S104, S38, and S278 agreements and ensure timely legal completions.
Collate and manage all handover documentation required for NHQC & legal completions.
Support the planning lead with feasibility and technical input.

Requirements

autocad

ms office

4projects

viewpoint

ice

nhbc

Strong communication and stakeholder coordination abilities
Experience with AutoCAD and MS Office
Membership of ICE, CIAT, CIOB or similar professional body
Fluent in 4Projects/Viewpoint document management systems
Strong background in NHBC processes and residential housing delivery
Competent in reviewing civil and structural engineering submissions
Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
Proven experience in progressing planning applications and discharging conditions
Excellent organisational and time management skills

Benefits

Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
2 Volunteering days per annum
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Share save and share incentive schemes
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£3.78 bn

Revenue in 2024

Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.

17,500 homes

Annual homes built

Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.

Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.

Culture + Values

Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done

Environment + Sustainability

42% Emissions Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut

Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

51.6% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions per m²

Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

97% Waste Diversion

Construction Waste Recycling

97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².

5.3% Emissions Drop

Scope 1 & 2 Progress

Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.

Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth

Inclusion & Diversity

August 2024

Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions

The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.

Gold Award

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.

November 2023

Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction

Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.

Over 100

Trained mental health first-aiders

Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.

Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue

Articles

Careers – People development

Projects & Partnerships overview

Construction Apprentice programme

Role

Description

design review

regulatory compliance

consultant management

documentation management

site visits

planning approvals

Attend relevant pre-start meetings, briefing teams on technical matters.
Monitor and report technical fees, including S106 obligations.
Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, and other statutory requirements.
Manage consultants delivering engineering designs, legal plans, and utility layouts.
Submit and secure approvals from Building Control and warranty providers.
Resolve technical queries and conduct site visits as required.
Provide technical input to commercial packages.
Coordinate and issue accurate design information to internal departments and external consultants.
Manage NHBC site creation, initial enquiries, and condition resolution.
Maintain and manage all technical documentation using 4Projects/Viewpoint.
Chair design team meetings and attend site progress meeting.
Review civil and structural engineering designs for compliance and value engineering opportunities.
Assist in the production of sales brochures and plot naming coordination.
Prepare and issue working drawing packs for tender and construction.
Liaise with local authorities and statutory bodies to secure timely approvals.
Progress planning applications and manage discharge of planning conditions.
Oversee technical approvals for S104, S38, and S278 agreements and ensure timely legal completions.
Collate and manage all handover documentation required for NHQC & legal completions.
Support the planning lead with feasibility and technical input.

Requirements

autocad

ms office

4projects

viewpoint

ice

nhbc

Strong communication and stakeholder coordination abilities
Experience with AutoCAD and MS Office
Membership of ICE, CIAT, CIOB or similar professional body
Fluent in 4Projects/Viewpoint document management systems
Strong background in NHBC processes and residential housing delivery
Competent in reviewing civil and structural engineering submissions
Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
Proven experience in progressing planning applications and discharging conditions
Excellent organisational and time management skills

Benefits

Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
2 Volunteering days per annum
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Share save and share incentive schemes
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£3.78 bn

Revenue in 2024

Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.

17,500 homes

Annual homes built

Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.

Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.

Culture + Values

Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done

Environment + Sustainability

42% Emissions Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut

Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

51.6% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions per m²

Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

97% Waste Diversion

Construction Waste Recycling

97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².

5.3% Emissions Drop

Scope 1 & 2 Progress

Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.

Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth

Inclusion & Diversity

August 2024

Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions

The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.

Gold Award

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.

November 2023

Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction

Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.

Over 100

Trained mental health first-aiders

Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.

Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue

Articles

Careers – People development

Projects & Partnerships overview

Construction Apprentice programme