What you'll be doing?
The Design and Technical teams are involved in all aspects of housing design and innovation. This team is also responsible for researching the best materials at the best cost.
In terms of design, there’s a variety of sites, many of them using existing buildings, each with unique challenges. The team focuses on new materials, sustainability, and value, all while complying with evolving building and environmental legislation.
Most team members have an architectural or engineering background. We offer opportunities to gain expertise in design and project management within a thought-provoking environment.
Reporting to the Technical Director, you'll manage the design process and oversee all planning and architectural aspects from land acquisition to site completion.
You Will Be Expected To
* Provide a practical and cost-effective design service to the company.
* Manage in-house and external designers to ensure best practices, control costs, and maximize revenue and contribution to profit.
* Ensure all layouts comply with planning policies, technical constraints, and plotting requirements, while maximizing value.
* Ensure department-wide compliance with standard house types and plotting procedures.
* Be jointly responsible for producing technical design solutions within budget.
* Evaluate sites, oversee planning, architectural and engineering design, and resolve technical issues with economical solutions.
* Ensure adherence to Technical Department procedures and timely delivery of layouts, reports, and drawings.
* Manage Group Policies and Procedures effectively.
* Coordinate with other departments, providing accurate technical information throughout development.
* Liaise with regulatory bodies such as NHBC and planning authorities to meet standards and conditions.
* Build strong relationships with Architects.
* Review and critique layouts from Architects to ensure optimal design, practice, and value.
* Negotiate and secure planning consents within schedule.
* Collaborate with the Group Design & Technical Team to stay updated on house types and plotting strategies.
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