Key Points
- Main Recognition: The top site managers of London were honoured by the National House Building Council (NHBC) with their Pride in the Job Awards 2026 for improving construction quality standards.
- Regional Category Winners: The three regional category winners were awarded in addition to the Pride in the Job Seal of Excellence award at Park Plaza London Riverbank on Friday, 2 October 2026.
- Breakdown of Categories: Harvey Scott from Taylor Wimpey North Thames was the winner in the multi-storey category while the two winners of the high-rise category were Mark Doyle and Liam d’Unienville from Barratt West London and Vistry West London respectively.
- Other Site Managers with Seals of Excellence: Six more site managers from London have also won the Seals of Excellence after being awarded with Quality Award in June 2026: Paul Ansell, Matt Faint, Josh Harty, Ross Jenyon, James Johnston and Sury Patel.
- Significance to Industry: Known as the Oscars of house building, the competition involves assessment in six main categories, which include consistency, technical knowledge, and health and safety.
- Next Step: Regional winners will compete in the prestigious Pride in the Job Supreme Awards ceremony in London in January 2027.
London (West London Times) 06 October 2026 – As reported by LDN Collaborator of London Daily News, London’s best site managers have been officially recognised for their unwavering dedication to raising standards in house building after winning top accolades in the UK housing industry’s most highly regarded competition. Organised by the National House Building Council (NHBC)—the country’s largest provider of new home warranties and insurance—the prestigious Pride in the Job Awards 2026 crowned three regional winners at a ceremony held at Park Plaza London Riverbank on Friday 2 October.
The competition highlights the vital role that site leadership plays in delivering homes of exceptional structural and aesthetic quality. According to the event details, the three regional winners who secured top honours alongside a Pride in the Job Seal of Excellence are:
- Multi-storey category: Harvey Scott of Taylor Wimpey North Thames for his exceptional work at The Tramworks in North Finchley.
- High-rise category: Mark Doyle of Barratt West London for his work at Sterling Place in New Malden.
- High-rise category: Liam d’Unienville of Vistry West London for his work at Northwick Parkside in Brent.
Which Additional London Site Managers Received Seals of Excellence?
Building on their initial success in June 2026, where they secured Quality Awards in the first round of the competition, a further six site managers from across the capital were awarded the esteemed Pride in the Job Seal of Excellence. As highlighted in the report by LDN Collaborator of London Daily News, these professionals represent the pinnacle of regional construction talent:
- Paul Ansell of Hill in Dagenham
- Matt Faint of Vistry South London in London
- Josh Harty of Taylor Wimpey London in Hackney Wick
- Ross Jenyon of Weston Homes Plc in Barking
- James Johnston of Berkeley St James in London
- Sury Patel of Barratt West London in Tyrrel Way
Why Is the NHBC Pride in the Job Competition Considered the ‘Oscars’ of House Building?
Widely regarded across the British construction sector as the equivalent of the film industry’s ‘Oscars’, Pride in the Job celebrates site managers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to raising standards, sharing best practice, and rewarding structural excellence. The competition spans England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the Isle of Man, remaining open to NHBC-registered builders of all operational sizes.
Because every resident deserves a secure, high-quality home, the judging process is exceptionally rigorous. Assessors evaluate candidates across six core operational areas: consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise, and health and safety compliance.
Commenting on the significance of the awards, Mehban Chowdery, NHBC Regional Director for London, stated:
“Congratulations to all the winners. They have demonstrated incredible dedication, passion, commitment and leadership to produce homes of exceptional quality.”
Furthermore, Mehban Chowdery of NHBC emphasised the broader mission of the initiative:
“The Pride in the Job competition is at the heart of NHBC’s core purpose to raise standards in house building. It inspires site managers to make their mark on the industry, earning the respect of their peers and leaving a legacy of homes built to the highest quality standards.”
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What Happens Next for the London Regional Winners?
Following these regional announcements—part of a wider series of events taking place across the United Kingdom to celebrate Quality Award recipients and Seal of Excellence winners—attention now turns to the national stage. Harvey Scott, Mark Doyle, and Liam d’Unienville will advance to the final phase of the competition. They will compete for the ultimate prize in British house building: the Pride in the Job Supreme Awards, which are scheduled to be unveiled at a grand gala ceremony in London in January 2027.
Background of the Development
The Pride in the Job competition has operated for over four decades as the UK’s premier benchmarking platform for residential site management. Established by the National House Building Council (NHBC), the initiative was designed to combat historical inconsistencies in construction quality by incentivising on-site leadership. Over the years, the housing sector has faced mounting scrutiny regarding build quality, consumer snagging issues, and regulatory changes following structural safety reforms. By rigorously auditing site managers across multiple technical and managerial pillars—such as health and safety adherence and precise drawing interpretation—the awards help drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional pride among developers operating in competitive urban markets like London.
Looking ahead, this recognition is anticipated to significantly influence both the winning developers’ market reputations and consumer confidence in London’s housing sector. For major firms like Taylor Wimpey, Barratt, and Vistry, having award-winning site managers spearheading complex multi-storey and high-rise developments—such as those in North Finchley, New Malden, and Brent—acts as a powerful marketing differentiator in a cautious property market. Prospective homebuyers and housing associations are increasingly prioritising build quality, energy efficiency, and snag-free delivery when investing in new properties. Consequently, these accolades not only elevate individual careers but also reassure buyers that homes delivered under these leaders meet the most stringent national standards of safety and craftsmanship.
