Associate Divisional Operations Director

Location: Glen Parva

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Divisional Operations Director to join our team at Vistry, reporting directly to the Divisional Operations Director. This pivotal role offers hands-on experience supporting regional teams across the North East, North West, South Midlands and East, driving the delivery of mixed-tenure residential developments from inception to completion. The Associate Divisional Operations Director will act as a strategic partner to the regional offices, collaborating with regional managers, site teams, and functional leads to ensure operational excellence across multiple sites and teams including new business, pre-construction, design, build, commercial management, and customer service.

A core part of your role will be conducting regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure health and safety compliance, and support site teams in delivering projects to the highest standards. You'll help drive operational excellence across your division by sharing best practice across regions, identifying risks early, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and make a tangible impact on the quality and efficiency of our operations.

This role would suit a current Construction, Commercial or Technical Lead.

Due to the travel expectations from the North East to the South East, it would be beneficial for candidates to be based in or around the Midlands.

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
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
Private medical insurance
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme
Life assurance at 4x annual salary
Share save and incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal and more

In return, what we would like from you…

Behave in line with our core values of Integrity, Caring, and Quality:
Alignment with Vistry Group's core values, demonstrating ethical behaviour, empathy, and a drive for excellence.
Strategic Thinking:
Ability to see the bigger picture, align divisional activities with Group objectives, and contribute to business planning.
Leadership & Mentorship:
Proven capability to guide, develop, and motivate teams, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and high performance.
Operational Excellence:
Strong technical knowledge of construction and operational processes, with a commitment to delivering projects to the highest standards.
Change Management:
Adaptability and resilience in supporting teams through new processes, systems, and organisational change.

Risk Management:

Proactive identification and mitigation of risks to ensure smooth and safe project delivery.
Relationship Building:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Continuous Improvement:
Commitment to sharing best practice, driving operational efficiency, and contributing to customer service excellence.
Health & Safety Focus:
Thorough understanding of health and safety compliance, with experience in monitoring and supporting site teams.
Commercial Acumen:
Ability to assist with commercial processes and supply chain management, optimising efficiency and quality.
Sustainability & Community Engagement:
Passion for promoting sustainable practices and supporting initiatives that benefit local communities.
Full UK Driving Licence:
Travel across the division will be necessary

More about the Associate Divisional Operations Director role...

Divisional Team Support:
Act as a strategic partner to divisional teams, collaborating with regional managers, site teams, and functional leads to ensure operational excellence across multiple sites.
Site Engagement:
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure health and safety compliance, and provide direct support to site teams.
Best Practice Sharing:
Help disseminate best practices across regions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Commercial & Customer…