Job Description

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 the sheer variety of our sites, many of them using existing buildings, and all of them with unique problems to solve. Then there's the question of new materials and our drive for sustainability and value, all in the face of ever changing building and environmental legislation.


Most of the people in this team have an architectural or engineering background, and for all, we offer the opportunity to gain expertise in design and project management in a thought-provoking setting.



Reporting to Technical Director, this is a business-critical role in which the main aim is to ensure that all the Development infrastructure works, such as Roads & Footpaths, SUDS features, Sewers, Water supply pipework and Open Space remedial works are carried out within a pre-set budget and are handed over to a management body or maintained to allow timely adoption by statutory bodies. This will enable the release of the company's bonds and maintenance liabilities for all Highways, Sewers, Pumping Stations, Water supply networks and Open Spaces and obtain adoption / vesting by the respective authority or maintenance by third party Development Factors.


You will be expected to:

1.

Infrastructure & Open Spaces Adoptions


Coordination of contractors when required for small works, monitor progress, inspect works and ensure completion of work to agreed Local Authority / Scottish Water standards. Liaison with Construction staff, Local Authorities or Development Factors to undertake site inspections of the condition of infrastructure prior to and at end of maintenance period. To agree and specify all works reasonably required to achieve public adoption or vesting of assets or handover to the relevant Development Factor. Monitor all adoption agreements, roads, sewers and water (Road Construction Consent, Sewer Technical Audit, Water Technical Audit), ensuring Reduction and cancellation of all the associated bonds in a timely fashion in line with set targets and recovery of Financial Reimbursements. Monitor all open space and maintain records of areas being maintained by the company and those handed over to Development Factors. Liaise with Company solicitors to arrange the formal legal transfer of land or assets to Local Authorities, Scottish Water, Development Factors or other organisations. Liaising with and maintaining positive relationships with Local Authorities, Scottish Water, Surety companies, company Solicitors and Development Factors. Resolve all issues arising from completed sites ensuring all titles deeds, maintenance bonds and other legal requirements are complied with, and extinguished where necessary to minimise liability to the company. Monitor and manage expenditure to keep within budget allocation to prevent cash flow disruption. Produce Monthly Estate Completions reports, budget forecasts and bond forecasting (requirements for and reduction of) for the divisional board of directors. Monitor & track all adoption and vesting works over numerous developments, whether partially complete, nearing completion or complete. Brief & commission topographical surveys, utility surveys, CCTV surveys, Road Safety Audits, ROSPA reports, as built surveys, ensuring compliance with company procurement policies. Coordination of Ecology Surveys and checks prior to works commencing in Ecological sensitive features. Provide robust challenge to adopting authorities, Scottish Water, Development Factors and Contractors where necessary to ensure adoption / vesting works are reasonable and proportionate.

2.

Ensure familiarity with Barratt Redrow's Group's Health, Safety and Environmental policies and comply with employee and company responsibilities, policies, procedures and instructions

3.

Continue to seek improvement to the HR service provided and efficiency by implementing new ideas and methods and continue to seek ways of both improving contribution to the organisation's goals and enhancing the reputation of the company.







What you'll need

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

Excellent communication & negotiation skills. Analytical and critical thinking. Good observation skills and willingness to learn. Proficiency in Mathematics. IT Literate. Ability to work both in a team and independently with limited supervision. Ability to prioritise tasks and solve problems to meet changing business needs. Familiar with relevant legal agreements within the Road Scotland Act, Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968 and Sewers for Scotland (version relevant to specific Technical Audit). Our Company and Benefits

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. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.



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 Salary Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Cover - Single Cover Company Car or Cash Allowance Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days) Choice of Flexible Benefits * Enhanced Family Friendly Policies