Current Vacancies

We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Operative to join a our team working at our Northern Region on a fixed term contract up to 31st December 2026.  This post will cover our North Yorkshire and Teeside developments. Duties include; To carry out general maintenance and repairs to new build properties including associated carpentry, preparation, making good, and other types of internal and external works as instructed by the Customer Services Manager To maintain appropriate and accurate records of time, duration and scope of works undertaken, together with materials and plant utilised on each project To ensure that all works are undertaken in a safe manner, in accordance with good practice and current legislation; Requesting necessary materials and plan as required to ensure effective completion of the works, minimising waste and surplus materials wherever possible To liaise with customers, ensuring they are kept informed on the nature and duration of works to be undertaken, making appointments where necessary and ensuring these are kept To carry out works in a courteous and professional manner, ensuring that the reputation and standing of the association is positively promoted in all dealings To provide a customer focused service at all times To communicate effectively and work productively with all other staff To undertake other related tasks that are reasonably requested by the Customer Services Manager Observe and comply with the company policies and procedures for Health and Safety

We have an opportunity for a Labourer to join our team working from our Western region and based at our site in Exeter on a permanent basis.  Duties include: Ensure compound and welfare facilities are maintained Ensure all plots under construction are kept tidy by all trades Walk round plots under construction on a daily basis to ensure there are no surplus materials discarded Ensure all waste across the site is segregated and recycled following company guidelines Inspect all on-site signage including all large sale signs, plot signs, safety signs etc., and ensure that signs are always clean and in good repair Carry out all works on site as instructed by the Site Manager, and in line with company standards and procedures Take personal responsibility for Health and Safety on site and report any instances of breaches to the site manager Ensure that all protection of fixed material is carried out by the sub-contractor who fits it, in line with company procedures Ensure that protection of fixed material is maintained to the last possible moment and notify the Site Manager of anyone permanently removing or abusing the protective materials Check show home gardens and public open spaces on a weekly basis and remove any items of rubbish which may have blown onto these areas

We have an opportunity for a Telescopic Forklift Driver to join our team working from our Western region and based at our site in Exeter.   Aim of the post To manage and control the delivery of materials on a residential development construction site and the distribution of materials in accordance with the build programme. Working with the Site teams to meet delivery targets.   Duties include:   Regularly communicate with the Site Manager to keep up to date with any changes to the construction programme Advise Site Manager of any shortages of blocks, bricks and level of silo mix to prevent construction delays Ensure all deliveries are checked for quality and correct quantities when delivered, and record any defective or short deliveries in conjunction with the Site Manager and Materials Controller where applicable Store and label materials correctly in the storage areas supplied Ensure any waste materials are loaded into the correct site skips so waste control can be managed Ensure the forklift is inspected daily for maintenance purposes, and weekly inspections are recorded in the Plant Register Ensure the forklift is clean and roadworthy at all times, and carry out routine maintenance Ensure plant attachments are inspected on a weekly basis and recorded in the Plant Register Ensure safe working practices are adhered to at all times and report any issues directly to the Site Manager Ensure materials are loaded out on platforms to allow for the loading bay gates to be closed at all times

We've a new opportunity for a Tax Assistant. The post is part of a Finance Team that supports all our regions Nationwide. We'd welcome applications from subcontract ledger clerks looking for the next step in their career or those with construction industry experience. Aim of the role  The Tax Assistant supports the Tax manager within the Group Finance function by ensuring accurate and timely tax compliance, reporting, and analysis across the business. This role plays a key part in ensuring tax compliance and supporting audits. Duties include: VAT Prepare accurate VAT returns for all registered entities within statutory deadlines. Review invoices to ensure correct VAT treatment. Maintain and organise land-related documentation for VAT purposes. Complete VAT reclaims for mileage payments in accordance with VAT reclaim rules. Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Review payment runs and manual payments for CIS compliance. Prepare CIS returns in accordance with statutory deadlines. Support internal stakeholders with CIS queries. Tax Reconciliations Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for tax-related accounts. Conduct sampling of expense claims to ensure compliance with internal policies. PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) Assist with preparations for annual PSA assessments and submissions. Liaise with HR and payroll teams to gather necessary data for PSA reporting.

We have an opportunity for a Sales Executive to join a friendly team based on our site at Nether Stowey on a permanent contract. This post will start late Spring/Summer 2026. The successful candidate will work alongside our experienced sales experts to deliver an exceptional service to our customers. This post is 5 days a week and includes weekend working. Duties will include: Ensuring show homes are presented to the highest quality Assisting in making the home buying process efficient Build positive relationships with customers and external parties Attending to the needs of visitors, customers and potential purchasers Managing on-site administration Maintain the highest standard of health and safety The role covers a 5 day week with weekend working an element of this.

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 Bovey Tracey (TQ13 9JX) on a Permanent Basis. The site is due to open in May 2026. Acquired with full planning consent, the site will deliver 66 new homes through untypical’s Tilia Homes brand. The development will include three custom-build plots and 20 affordable homes, supporting a mix of housing needs within the local community.  The Bovey Tracey scheme will feature a range of one- to five-bedroom homes, built using timber-frame construction and designed with sustainability at the forefront. Homes will be equipped with air source heat pumps and electric vehicle charging points, while biodiversity enhancements will include bird and bat boxes and hedgehog highways to protect and enhance local wildlife.  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.

We are looking for an Engineer/Closing Out Manager to join our team on a fixed term contract to the end of February 2027. This post will manage developments in the North East of England. Duties will include: Ensure compliance with planning conditions discharge Coordinate layout and plot amendments Liaise with consultants, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure preparation of technical support information Appoint, brief, challenge, assist and manage consulting engineers and other external consultants and agencies in the delivery of cost-effective design solutions Actively manage external consultants to ensure that all development technical information is received, coordinated, checked for purpose and efficiency and distributed on time and within budget, liaising closely with Group support teams Support the construction teams ensuring the plots meet quality standards and NHBC cover requirements. Manage drainage and highways adoption processes Oversee utility services Ensure that all drawings / details meet with Local Authority and NHBC requirements Lead and chair monthly Project Team Meetings up to the point of groundworks tender pack issue, then provide handover of these meetings to the Commercial Department Manage the technical fee budgets Coordinate the communication and distribution of design drawings and specifications to the wider business Prepare and maintain project delivery, implementing ‘stop gate’ milestones and control programmes and maintain tracking documents for the monitoring of progress and for use in providing status reports to the Head of Technical and business Senior Management Team

We have a vacancy for a Layout Designer. The aim of the role is to help produce guidance documentation for use by all offices. It also ensures compliance with Brand and works closely with a Design Manager, supporting with feasibilities for land acquisition.   The post could be based from any of our offices at Bedford, Solihull, Bury St Edmunds or Exeter. Duties include: Working towards an urban design masterplan project Research into relevant technical urban design and planning issues Using InDesign and Illustrator to produce brochures and documents Creating portfolios of design work Preparing testing layouts, plans and drawings, together with design documents Supporting regional offices and developing stakeholder relationships Tilia Homes and Hopkins Homes operate across four regions in England, we’re committed to making a positive difference in the local areas we build new homes. We create neighbourhoods with a real lasting impact, the kind of community that people can be proud of for generations to come. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and diverse employer of choice and take pride in building careers, not just communities.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Land Acquisition Manager as part of our exciting growth plans. The role will be an integral part of the land team, assisting the Land and Planning Director in helping the business to secure land opportunities to support its short and long term Development plans. Responsibilities and Duties; Securing sites each financial year Work closely with the wider development team to deliver forward sold additionality where commercially advantageous. Be entrepreneurial to secure the best sites on the best commercial terms Delivering individual sites from identification to site start and handover. Build and develop strong relationships with key external stakeholders, agents, and vendors. Raise the profile of the business in the region Working with our Planning, Design, and Partnerships experts to deliver optimal business returns from concept stage. Monitor land market activity Develop and implement our land acquisition strategy through the identification, acquisition, monitoring and delivery of sustainable opportunities Negotiating contracts to achieve favourable terms and conditions Ensure value improvement through smart land acquisition, outstanding management of the planning process, and cost efficiency