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Taylor Wimpey plc

Department Function The Cladding Remediation Team is established to assess and remediate fire safety defects in medium and high-rise buildings across the groups legacy portfolio of developments across England, Scotland, and Wales. To the standards agreed with the nations governments, the team will assess each building, and where remediation is required, will deliver a suitable remediation scheme to rectify the building. The commercial function within the team will ensure projects are planned and delivered in a commercially astute manner, ensuring contractors deliver contractually, and ensuring the businesses cladding remediation provision is effectively utilised and able to withstand scrutiny.  

As a member of the team you will be directly contributing to improving the safety of buildings, and providing assurance to residents through our customer-focused approach to remediation. 

Job summary/Purpose Responsible for developing and progressing various cladding remediation projects through all aspects of the design, planning and construction stages. Responsible and accountable for the projects’ programme delivery and reporting in line with internal cladding remediation governance process and external government reporting targets. 
The scope of the role is to manage multiple projects through various stages in the project lifecycle, such as design, planning, H&S, contract negotiation and construction, to meet stakeholder and business expectations. Where we do not retain any legal interest in the property, you will be required to work with third-party building owners’ to procure suitable remediation schemes in the most appropriate and effective manner. 

Accountable that the development activity complies with our internal CDM process, external regulatory bodies, and other statutory obligations. Act as the principal project lead fostering trusted relationships with key stakeholders.

Responsible for the day to day management of Technical Project Managers, and overseeing the delivery of their project delivery, ensuring targets are met and resource is managed accordingly for the teams delivery output targets to be met.

Primary Responsibilities Leadership & Business Management

Provide good leadership to the team, and demonstrate effective management and communication skills.
Ensure your team appropriately manage resource to deliver targets.
Responsibility and accountability for project budget control and financial delivery of the Cladding Remediation projects.
Effective and proactive communications supporting internal comms teams and dealings with freeholders and management companies to ensure delivery of a safe, fair, and proportionate remedial solution to buildings.
Effective contract and scope negotiation with design teams, contractors, freeholders, and management companies.
Ensure awareness of political, regulatory, industry related and environmental developments which may impact delivery and priorities as necessary.
Responsible for ensuring coordinated media management through internal/corporate communications teams.
General awareness of Insurance on remediation schemes.
Communicate and role model the Taylor Wimpey Cultural Principles.
Managing and developing trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, driving clear communication throughout the Group and Business Unit teams.
Ensure risk is fully understood and managed, and actioned to the appropriate time frames to deliver project objectives.
Ensure that cross-functional communication is paramount and effective.
Clearly define roles and responsibilities across all consultants and contractors to ensure project objectives are met efficiently.
Undertake any other duties as required by the Technical Director of Cladding including, Director of Cladding Remediation and Group Technical Director. Design, Planning & Technical

Responsible for various cladding remediation projects, ensuring fire safety risk is effectively addressed before, during and after remedial works.
Building solid and trusted relationships with wider Technical team, Commercial teams & Production teams to ensure consistent construction quality and approach where TW controls remediation works.
Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of all relevant legislation, procedures, and best practice, including the FRAEW and EWS1 assessment process and applicable standards for cladding remediation projects.
Ensure TW CDM/ EMS procedures are followed on all projects.
Ensure a coordinated approach to all aspects of the architectural design, engineering, fire engineering and planning activities of remediation proposals.
Ensure effective liaison and negotiation with Statutory Authorities, planning authorities, stakeholders, and consultants to achieve the objectives and programme for an implementable Statutory Approval. Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements
Degree or professional qualification in property, development, construction, or a related field (or equivalent work experience and a clear plan for achieving the necessary qualifications)
Proven track record within the construction industry, with experience gained in working with developers, contractors and other related partners
Strong understanding of residential construction, with a proven track record of delivering high-profile, complex construction projects to time, cost, and quality standards
Proven track record of managing a range of stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, landowners, developers, and contractors
Entrepreneurial skills, breadth of view beyond traditional approaches
Strong networker, totally committed to community involvement
Proven experience in working with lawyers and communication consultants
High standard of financial literacy & analytical skills
Considerable drive and energy
In-depth knowledge of the construction process and construction methods, knowledge of current UK construction, legislation, regulations, standards, and procedures Inclusivity Statement As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team