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Build your future with us

At untypical, we recognise that the key to success for any company is its people. In today’s rapidly evolving new build environment, this truth has never been more relevant. The sector is currently facing a significant skills gap, with an aging workforce, a shortage of new entrants, and a growing demand for advanced digital and sustainable construction capabilities. These challenges make it increasingly difficult to find and retain the skilled professionals needed to drive our growth and innovation.

One of our key objectives is to become an employer of choice, one that not only attracts top talent but also actively invests in the development and retention of its people. We are committed to building a diverse and forward-thinking workforce, equipped with the technical expertise, creativity, and adaptability required to meet the complex demands of modern construction.

We offer a wide range of career and training opportunities from work placements to apprenticeships, continuing professional development opportunities and upskilling programmes.  Whatever level you decide to join us at, we offer a highly competitive salary structure and generous benefits package.

Core Teams

We offer a diverse range of exciting career and training opportunities that will broaden your skills and expertise.  While our core teams are highlighted below, we also offer opportunities in a variety of specialist areas.

Building Your Career

We welcome talent from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences – whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to enhance it - we provide tailored pathways to support your journey.  Our inclusive approach ensures that everyone has a clear route to grow, contribute, and thrive within our organisation.

Careers

Current Vacancies

Site Management

Site Manager - Volume Housebuilding, Somerset (TA5)

Competitive & Benefits Package

Somerset

Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join a friendly team working from our Western region and based at our site in Nether Stowey (TA5 1DN) on a Permanent Basis.  Duties will include: Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company Health and Safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations, and overall quality standards Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme on larger developments, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays, or reduction in the final quality Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate; Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI’s/BRI’s Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings to influence, gain commitment, and to drive best practice; To display a proactive approach to mitigating risk, build sequencing, and overall quality on site Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved Working with Sales through regular build/ sales meetings to ensure smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times Carrying out New Home Demos with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure the on-site construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site’s workload and resources Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism

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Site Management

Assistant Site Manager - Volume Housebuilding, Cottenham, CB24

Competitive plus benefits

Cambridgeshire

Permanent

We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager to join a friendly team working from our Eastern and based at our site in Kings Park, Cottenham, CB24 8BJ on a permanent contract. Duties include: Support the Site Manager in coordinating trades, and directing labour and materials to meet the production programme Work in conjunction with the Sales Team to ensure that regular Build/Sales meetings are attended, all Build/Sales procedures are adhered to, and inspections of all show homes are carried out Accept responsibility for such duties and responsibilities as the Site Manager may determine; and as and when required, deputise for the Site Manager Support the Site Manager in ensuring that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities Provide full support to site workers in achieving their job responsibilities through communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site’s workload and resources Be responsible or delivering excellent customer service in line with company guidelines Implement and comply with Safety, Health, and Environment policy and procedures, all legal requirements, and established best practic Develop an organisational culture within projects that embodies the company values Establish and maintain the best relationship with the client, through and beyond construction to satisfactory completion, and deliver improved value to the client and company

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Administration

Executive Assistant - Group Directors' support

Competitive & Benefits

Flexible

Permanent

We have a new vacancy for an Executive Assistant. This post will primarily support Group Directors across the business. The post will also have close involvement with our team of Group Business Administrators. This post could be based from commutable distance of any of our regional offices in Solihull, Bedford, Bury St. Edmunds or Exeter. Aim of the role You will act as a trusted partner to Group Directors, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and facilitating strategic focus.   Responsibilities and Duties:   Executive Support Prepare agendas, presentations, and reports for board meetings and senior leadership sessions Organize and maintain files, records, and documentation for compliance and reporting Preparation of documents for signature Expense management Manage email inbox and filter appropriately Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism  Communication & Liaison Serve as the primary point of contact between the Group Directors and internal/external stakeholders Draft and review correspondence, ensuring accuracy and tone align with company standards Coordinate communication across departments to ensure timely delivery of information Event & Meeting Coordination Plan and noterise executive-level meetings, site visits, and industry events. Ensure all logistics are managed effectively, including venue, catering, and materials. Participate in events outside of standard office hours

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“untypical's commitment to gender parity is both important and inspiring. By highlighting the progress women are making and showcasing the wide range of roles available, they’re helping to challenge outdated perceptions of the construction industry.”

Charlotte

Project Manager