Four Taylor Wimpey East Anglia site managers are celebrating national recognition after winning Pride in the Job 2025 Quality Awards from the National House-Building Council (NHBC).
David Tooley from Lantern Croft in Ely, Shaun Taylor from Lark Grange in Bury St Edmunds, Shane Janse Van Vuuren from Heather Gardens in Norwich, and Lee Moore from The Alders in Wymondham have each been honoured for their outstanding work in site management and build quality.
The awards place them in the top five percent of site managers across the UK.
Now in its 45th year, Pride in the Job is widely regarded as the “Oscars” of the house-building industry. The competition shines a spotlight on the dedication of site managers, rewarding those who consistently raise standards, showcase best practice and deliver excellence on site.
Judging is rigorous. Thousands of inspections take place each year, with just 450 winners chosen from around 8,200 eligible sites nationwide.
The NHBC, founded in 1936, is the UK’s leading provider of warranty and insurance for new homes. Its mission is to raise standards in house building and protect homeowners, with over a million build inspections carried out annually. Through its Pride in the Job Awards, the NHBC highlights the vital role site managers play in delivering safe, high quality homes.
David Tooley said: “It’s an honour to have received a Quality Award from the NHBC. The whole team at Lantern Croft is passionate about building high quality homes and I’m delighted that our efforts have been recognised. For me, being acknowledged as one of the top site managers not only in the local area, but across the UK, is a true career highlight and something I’m extremely proud of.”
Shaun Taylor added: “The whole team at Lark Grange is passionate about building high quality homes and I’m delighted that our efforts have been recognised.”
Shane Janse Van Vuuren from Heather Gardens said: “It’s an honour to have received a Quality Award from the NHBC. The whole team is passionate about building high quality homes and I’m delighted that our efforts have been recognised.”
Lee Moore from The Alders said: “For me, being acknowledged as one of the top site managers not only in the local area, but across the UK, is a true career highlight and something I’m extremely proud of.”
Barry Pennock, Production Director at Taylor Wimpey East Anglia, praised all four managers: “We have always been committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer service, and our continued recognition as an NHBC award-winning homebuilder reflects that dedication. These awards are thoroughly deserved, and we’re incredibly proud of David, Shaun, Shane and Lee, and the teams at Lantern Croft, Lark Grange, Heather Gardens and The Alders.”
Steve Wood, CEO of NHBC, said: “Congratulations to all the winners, who have demonstrated the dedication, passion and leadership skills necessary to deliver new homes to exacting construction quality standards. Thousands of outstanding site managers have made their mark on the industry in the 45 years Pride in the Job has been running. This continued focus on excellence is vital to support the Government’s 1.5 million new homes target and to ensure that all housing is built to the quality owners and occupiers should expect.”
Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK’s largest residential developers, with a long history in house building through its origins in Taylor Woodrow and George Wimpey. Today, the company has 24 regional offices, including Taylor Wimpey East Anglia, which is responsible for delivering new communities across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties. Developments such as Lantern Croft, Lark Grange, Heather Gardens and The Alders are examples of its commitment to building high quality homes for local families.
The company says it remains focused on combining modern design with build quality, while also supporting jobs and skills in the regional construction industry. Taylor Wimpey East Anglia’s award-winning track record highlights its strong role in shaping local communities and contributing to housing growth across the region.
The Quality Award winners will now go on to compete for the Seal of Excellence and Regional Awards in the autumn, with the national Supreme Award winners to be announced in January 2026
