Job Description

Location: Group, Peterborough office

Reports to: Group Commercial Director

Hours: Full time, Permanent

At Allison Homes, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the Central and East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England.

Our mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone.

We are proud of our people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything we do. Our Values are at our heart and centre around Trust, Teamwork, Kindness, Passion and Performance.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of our journey and to grow their career along with our success.

The Adoptions Manager will be responsible for leading the adoption of completed estate infrastructure - including roads, sewers, pumping stations, and public open spaces - by local authorities, appointed management companies and other statutory bodies. Acting as the central point of contact for internal teams, local authorities, utility providers, and contractors, this role ensures that adoption processes are completed efficiently, in compliance with regulations, and within budget. The ideal candidate will have strong project management expertise, a solid understanding of UK adoption procedures, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders to achieve high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Adoption & Compliance:

Manage the handover of estate roads, sewers, public open spaces, and related infrastructure, ensuring alignment with S38, S104, S278, S185 agreements.

Arrange handover including legal transfer of sites with management areas to Management Companies set up.

Carry out site inspections to verify that all infrastructure meets adoptable standards and quality requirements.

Arrange handover of Management Company sites including legal transfer.

Ensure the preparation and approval of technical submissions, including CCTV surveys and As-Built documentation, by adopting authorities.

Facilitate Road Safety Audits and other compliance measures to enable timely adoption approvals.

Identify and resolve issues preventing the adoption of legacy sites, collaborating with authorities to find practical solutions.

Tender remedial work and negotiated costs with contractors.

Liaison with all key stakeholders to coordinate works.

Project & Stakeholder Management:

Serve as the main liaison for local authorities, utility providers, councils, management companies, and internal teams.

Build and maintain professional relationships with adopting bodies to ensure smooth handovers and maintain the organisation's reputation.

Work closely with Build, Commercial, and Technical teams to plan and deliver infrastructure handovers efficiently.

Oversee external consultants supporting adoption projects, monitoring performance and expenditure.

Documentation & Reporting:

Maintain comprehensive records of bonds, agreements, and sectional trackers, reporting progress and any delays to senior management.

Support the Technical Department in preparing Adoption Plans, Deed Plans, Agreements, and statutory submissions.

Compile and provide Highway Health & Safety Files for adopting authorities.

Financial & Risk Management:

Manage bond liabilities, identify opportunities for reductions, and ensure all inspections and certificates are completed.

Contribute to pre-construction cost planning for adoption works.

Monitor risks associated with adoption projects and implement measures to prevent delays or cost overruns.

Site Engagement:

Attend sites during infrastructure works/activities to monitor quality, record issues, and provide feedback to the build team or contractors.

Support the Technical and Engineering teams with inspections, approvals, and adoption processes.

Qualifications and Experience

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

Demonstrable experience managing infrastructure adoption in housebuilding or construction environments.

Strong knowledge of UK adoption procedures, including S38, S104, and S278 agreements, with an understanding of relevant legislation.

Experience coordinating with local authorities, utility providers, and internal stakeholders.

Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Key Attributes

Attention to detail, ensuring all adopted infrastructure meets regulatory and company standards.

Proactive, results-oriented approach to problem-solving and driving adoption milestones.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing technical, commercial, and stakeholder requirements.

Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining professional relationships with external bodies.

Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

Commitment to role modeling company values: Trust, Teamwork, Kindness, Passion and Performance.

The benefit package for this role includes:

Competitive salary. Discretionary Bonus Scheme. Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme, T&Cs apply). 25 days holiday (extending to 27 days holiday after two years of continuous service). Pension Scheme. Group Life Assurance. Group Income Protection Scheme. Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme. Opt in - Simply Health Cash Plan. Allison Homes House purchase discount scheme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative and ambitious team in a growing business. If you are a motivated Technical professional looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking housebuilder, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company car Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/01/2026