Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of major development projects from inception to completion, ensuring homes are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest quality.
Take day‑to‑day responsibility for the Luckwell Road project , working closely with contractors, Clerk of Works, internal teams and external partners.
Manage contracts, budgets, risks and reporting , ensuring compliance with BP requirements, building regulations, CDM and Homes England standards.
Provide technical expertise , respond to design or specification changes, and oversee feasibility assessments, appraisals and procurement.
Build strong, productive relationships with contractors, design teams, colleagues, and community stakeholders .
Provide leadership and coaching to a Project Manager, supporting their growth and professional development.
Contribute to continuous improvement across systems, processes and team performance.
Ensure all schemes deliver our strategic vision, including achieving EPC B standards .

We value colleagues who consistently demonstrate and champion our values and who create positive relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring a relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. RICS, RTPI, CIOH, RIBA, CIOB) along with proven experience delivering housing development projects from start to finish. You should have a strong understanding of construction, planning and design, with the ability to manage contractors, suppliers and multiple complex projects at once. Clear, confident communication and excellent stakeholder engagement are essential, as are strong budgeting, forecasting and problem‑solving skills. A collaborative, coaching approach is important, and you’ll need a full UK driving licence and the ability to travel.

Experience with Homes England funding, sustainability standards, or viability tools (such as Proval LS) would be beneficial.

About You

You’re a confident, empathetic and professional leader – motivated, resilient and solution‑focused. You have a keen eye for detail and consistently high standards, building trusted relationships and contributing positively across teams. You show initiative, embrace continuous improvement and bring a constructive, can‑do mindset.

Why Work With Us?

At Brighter Places, we’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team. When you join us, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth, including:

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