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 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 adoptions manager to join our friendly team in the Northern region on a fixed term contract to the end of February 2027. Duties will include; To liaise with and advise departments on Adoption and finishing works issues, interface matters and to co-ordinate information flow To co-ordinate with the internal Technical department, Consultants, Statutory Authorities, Contractors, Bond providers and Solicitors to ensure the timely receipt of Maintenance and Adoption Certificates including the management of associated Bond reductions and cancellations to an agreed program The ability to negotiate with and manage the requirements and expectations of Local and Statutory Authority Engineers, Inspectors and Representatives for all sites The ability to recognise potential problems and solve them in a speedy, efficient and cost effective manner whilst ensuring the Company procedures are followed and adhered to Provide detailed inspection briefs and relevant site information / records to allow for the timely provision of budgets / quotations from subcontractors / suppliers for associated elements of works with support from the Commercial department in assessing costs and raising orders To keep a detailed record of payments and ensure the Adoption forecast is updated monthly in line with expenditure and site changes / requirements. Advise on overall costs to complete the development in respect of finishing works, Maintenance works through to Adoption. Work with the Finance team to produce and maintain accurate budgets / forecasts Collate information for inclusion in the Health and Safety Plan as required Co-ordinate pre-start meetings with remedial works contractors and agree site start dates in conjunction with the Construction team in accordance with an agreed programme Assist the Construction team with timely and pro-active approaches to finishing works, gain the Maintenance certification and apply for Adoption certificates, Bond reductions & cancellations to meet the program dates Provide the administrative support / back up and assistance to the Adoptions Engineer, chase requests for certification and bond reductions Attend site meetings, inspections and internal meetings / reviews as required Manage the workload of field-based Adoptions Engineer and Site Engineer Answer customer care enquiries in a positive, pro-active, polite and timely manner Providing advice, correspondence and evidence to support the company when receiving claims associated with completed works Completion of outstanding Section Agreements and Technical Approvals where necessary Assist with the timely delivery and handover of private works to Management Companies Annual review of ongoing subcontractor works, provisions and orders To manage, advise and assist the Land team with the residual land portfolio

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 a new opportunity for a Contracts Manager to join a friendly team working from our Central region on a permanent basis.  Duties include: Drive the region to build our Brands (Tilia Homes and Hopkins Homes) to the highest of standards Ensure service delivery meets financial targets and operates within the agreed budget Develop and deploy Service Plans and Key Work Objectives to meet ongoing and changing needs of stakeholders, clients and customers Develop effective client and partner relationships in order to identify, propose and secure profitable work within the client base or scope of contract, to meet business growth targets Participate in contract reviews with Senior Management and Directors Preparation and presentation of performance reports to a board level audience Ensure plans and processes are in place to prioritise and delegate workloads to achieve contract objectives Produce and maintain contract sectional plan and Key Work Objective for contract managers and support staff Develop customer relations in order to maximise perception of the business and maximise future commercial opportunity Ensure service delivery reinforces untypical Values and ensure alignment of change with untypical vision and strategy Ensure generation of accurate management, financial and performance information consistent with reporting requirements Analyse data for reporting to clients to inform strategic and operational planning, and enable services to be delivered with specific outcomes Identify opportunities to develop and refine management processes, information systems, technology and processes Ensure organisational development, staff and other improvement plans are developed and deployed to maximise contract performance and financial return Ensure all staff performance is managed through performance conversations, including setting out clear key work objectives aligned with the Service Plan Identify, enable and deliver cultural change and behaviours through flexible working and outcome-focused approached

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