Adoptions Manager
Job Details
| Location: | Devon, Exeter |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Salary: | £60000 to £63000 per year |
| Contact: | Jo Lambert |
| Contact Email: | [email protected] |
| Contact Phone: | 07771 985354 |
| Job Ref: | 22325 |
Adoptions Manager – Housing Development
Location: Exeter, Devon
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £60,000 – £63,000 + Benefits
Join an Award-Winning Housing Developer!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adoptions Manager to join a well-established and award-winning housing developer in Exeter. This role is crucial in ensuring the adoption of estate completion infrastructure, including roads, sewers, and utilities, by the respective authorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct site inspections to assess infrastructure completion for public adoption.
- Monitor and manage Section Agreements (S38, S104, S111, S278).
- Liaise with Local Authorities and legal teams to resolve adoption-related issues.
- Ensure compliance with title deeds, maintenance bonds, and legal requirements.
- Assist in producing monthly estate completion reports and budget forecasts.
- Apply for Deed of Variations for S38 and S104 Agreements.
- Oversee certification applications and bond reductions.
- Attend site meetings with Authorities and report on adoption progress.
- Manage remedial works, ensuring completion through subcontractor coordination.
- Oversee streetlight supply contracts and renewals.
- Submit as-built plans, CCTV reports, and sewer requisition/diversion documentation.
About You:
✔ Proven experience in adoption and infrastructure within new-build housing estates.
✔ Strong understanding of S38, S278, and S104 Agreements.
✔ Familiarity with bonds, certificates, and legal processes.
✔ Experience working with a housing developer, consultancy, or local authority.
✔ HNC/Degree in Construction, Planning, or Engineering (advantageous).
✔ Full UK driving licence required.
What’s on Offer?
✔ Competitive Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 per annum
✔ Car Package: Company car or car allowance
✔ 10% Company Bonus
✔ 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
✔ Pension Contribution: Up to 5%
How to Apply:
Contact Jo or Cat at 01752 421888
Apply via Sphere Solutions Ltd – a leading construction recruitment agency, connecting skilled professionals across Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton.
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