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In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Timber Frame Designer to join our team within Vistry Works, to be based at our factory in Warrington or Coalville, East Midlands. As our Timber Frame Designer, you will be responsible for the preparation, design and coordination of both new closed and open panel timber frame designs and Building Information Models. Working in conjunction with external manufacturers and suppliers and the internal production team.

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
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…

Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
A a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role elsewhere, either in Modern Methods of Construction or Offsite Manufacturing/Construction
You will have experience of 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit or Inventor. Competency in using WoodEngine, Consultec, Horizon, HSBcad or similar software is ideal for the role but not essential as training will be provided
Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word and Teams
You will have an understanding of materials/components used in the construction of low-rise buildings
You will need to be self-motivated, with the ability to work on your own initiative and manage your workload based on regional priorities
You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to form and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Revit & Pamir experience would be advantageous but not essential
Experience with steel detailing advantageous but not essential
Experience with designing trussed roofs would be advantageous but not essential
Experience with "I" Joist floor design would be advantageous but not essential
An understanding of current building regulations would be beneficial
Qualification in Architectural Technology would be advantageous but not essentialMore about the Timber Frame Designer role…

Producing accurate and efficient wall and floor panel designs in line with specification, including producing cutting lists and CNC files for the factory
Co-ordinating 3rd party floor & roof information ensuring accuracy and completeness
Producing accurate Bills Of Materials and ancillary Take-offs
Giving consideration to CDM regulations during the design process
Providing technical assistance to site teams and factory colleagues, as and when required
Continuous product development and innovation
Consideration of CDM regulations always during design
Attending regular production meetings and site feedback meetings as requested
Any other ad hoc duties that may required from time to time, as directed by the team leaderFinally, let's tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

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