Job Description

The vacancy
Permanent
Full time (37 hours per week) Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
About the Role
Are you ready to lead regeneration projects that deliver real, positive change for communities? bpha is seeking a skilled and motivated Regeneration Manager to drive the delivery of complex schemes which will improve the lives of our customers and make a real difference to the wider neighbourhoods.
You'll work with internal teams, external consultants, and key partners-including Local Authorities and Homes England-to develop and implement regeneration proposals that are viable, community-supported, and strategically aligned. You'll be responsible for managing engagement activities to ensure communities play their part in shaping regeneration proposals and will secure their support. You'll assist with developing viable scheme proposals and presenting business cases, securing funding, and progressing projects through planning and procurement. .
Key Responsibilities
Manage the delivery of bpha's regeneration activities, including internal and external cross-disciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes for customers, bpha, partners and stakeholders.
Plan, implement, and manage engagement activities to develop regeneration proposals with strong community support.
Provide specialist expertise in resident and stakeholder engagement, master planning, financial appraisal, and site constraints.
Oversee the appointment and performance of consultants, contractors, and developers, ensuring effective and timely delivery.
Provide concise, timely, and informative reports to the Executive Team, Committees, and Board, making considered recommendations.
Maintain effective relationships with customers and stakeholders, ensuring open and meaningful consultation throughout each scheme.
Achieve excellent budgetary control and value for money, developing detailed and accurate budgets and maintaining financial control.
Collaborate with development partners to optimise proposals and secure support from key stakeholders.
Ensure effective contract compliance monitoring and post-project reviews.
Support the identification and securing of external funding, including from Homes England and other public sector bodies.
Proactively manage risk across all regeneration activities.
About You
Ability to manage large, complex, and politically sensitive regeneration projects from concept to delivery.
Strong relationship-building skills with tenants, leaseholders, the wider community, and stakeholders.
Experience planning and delivering engagement strategies that allow communities to meaningfully influence proposals.
Proven ability to manage and motivate teams, both internal and external.
Highly developed project management skills within regeneration, planning, and development.
Skilled in negotiation, business acumen, and commercial awareness.
Good numeracy and analytical skills, with the ability to use data to support decision making, interpret financial appraisals and manage risk.
Experience working with development partners, landowners, and within multi-level governance structures.
Knowledge of planning and development processes, including preparing and submitting planning applications for large, multi-phase projects.
Degree in a property-related discipline and/or professional qualifications (e.g., RICS, RTPI, RIBA) are desirable. A proven track record in housing-led regeneration, engagement, property development, and project management is essential.
Our Values At bpha, we:
Take responsibility - doing the right thing, not the easy thing.
Show empathy - listening, respecting, and protecting our environment.
Are better together - collaborating across teams and communities.
Are ambitious - striving for excellence and continuous improvement.
Value diversity and are committed to being the best we can be.
Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of communities and contribute to meaningful change. You'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and impact.
Please note - bpha reserves the right to close this role for applications prior to the advertised end date in the event that a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
About us
bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing.
We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes - for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership.
We work together with communities - to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities.
All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services.
We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff.
Our vision and values
To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford.
Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together.
We are ambitious
We are better together
We show empathy
We take responsibility
Benefits
We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren't simply little extras added on at the end, they're fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard.
That's why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day.
Money & Time

• Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Competitive pay
• Life assurance cover

Health & Wellbeing

• Private healthcare
• Mental Health First Aid
• Counselling service
• Eye tests
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free annual flu jabs
• Wellbeing activities and events
• Free fruit and refreshments

Recognition

• Long service award
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Discretionary reward scheme

Lifestyle

• Annual volunteering day
• Social events, clubs and activities
• Breakout areas
• Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters

Development

• Opportunities for professional training and qualifications
• Workshops and training sessions for new skills
• A fresh and modern eLearning platform

Skills Required