"I’ve been with David Wilson Homes since 2006, moving here from a new business role with one of the big five banks. I already had good experience of this industry, so I knew the excellent reputation this business had gained through the quality of their builds. I also knew them as the kind of company people were proud to work for. Now I can vouch for that.
"Searching for new land opportunities is always a challenge, especially in such a highly competitive market. But this makes it all the more interesting, and all the more satisfying when you’ve sourced good land and put together a successful bid. Of course, to get things done you need real ability to build strong connections with people. Getting the details right is also exceptionally important – the market’s always changing and you have to keep on-the-ball.
"I work as part of a small team, including a Land Director, two Land Managers and a secretary. It’s a great working dynamic. Everyone contributes in their own way and everyone’s work is vital to getting the end result. That philosophy seems to be repeated throughout Barratt as a whole. It’s about good communication. That’s going to become even more important as we expand and get busier.
"This growth means there’s excellent opportunities to develop. I’m aiming to become a Land Manager. That’s something I’ll gain with experience and by achieving my Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors qualification. But I know that I’ll be supported in this. It’s very progressive culture – and the more determined and decisive you are, the more you’ll be encouraged."