Design & Technical Trainee
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…
- Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy up to 5 days per annum
- Private Healthcare
- Company contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance – 4 x your annual salary
- Sharesave scheme
- Cycle to work scheme – up to £3000
- Support with a professional membership
- Denplan, GymFlex and many more…
- Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
- 4 GCSEs A-C/4-9. Two of these should be Maths and English.
- A minimum of a Level 3/BTEC Diploma/2 A Levels
- Experience and understanding of maintaining Technical schedules
- Excellent attention to detail
- Confident at engaging with design consultants and site management teams
- Able to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external partners
- Strong IT skills and experience of using computers, preferably Excel, Power Projects & Word
- Able to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision in an administrative capacity
- Professional communication style with the ability to work within a team of varying seniority within the business
- Relevant built environment construction qualification (desirable)
- You must have an indefinite right to work in the UK, on a permanent, full time basis
- Update and co-ordinate monthly bond schedule.
- Update and co-ordinate monthly adoption schedules
- Update and co-ordinate half yearly ESE Report.
- Assist with setting up central utility contact list for admin on gas/electric meters, connections, diversions and new call offs.
- Assist the Technical Managers with checking of all drawings including flat types/bathroom layouts/kitchen layouts.
- Monitor sub-contractor design approvals and keep up dated approvals schedule in line with build programme.
- Monitor and obtain all critical certificates to ensure documentation is in place for handovers
- e. air tests/MCS/EPC’s and CML’s.
- Liaise with Building Control and Warranty Provider to discharge any conditions.
- Assist with coordinating information to discharge planning conditions
- Update monthly water and electricity reports.
- Assist with applying for postal addresses and MPAN’s and MPRN’s
- Assist with obtaining section agreements and technical approvals
- Coordinate information flow and updates on Document Management System
- Attend site meetings as required to assist the Technical Manager
- Collate and respond to RFI’s in liaison with the Technical Manager
Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us here at Vistry Group – we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us – we will always be happy to help.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Design & Technical Trainee roles across Vistry Group PLC's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,451 - £36,807 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying Construction openings directly to your inbox.
