Project Manager - Planned Investment
2 days ago
London
Project Manager (Retrofit Delivery) – London, Social Housing Provider £27 PAYE / £35 Umbrella (Inside IR35) 37.5 hours per week 6-month contract We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join a leading Housing Association’s Planned Investment team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of Wave 2.1 and Wave 3 Retrofit works, focused solely on the works phase of delivery (not pre-works, assessment or design). This is a multi-million pound programme (£5-7m p.a.) delivering upgrades to social rented properties. Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of retrofit and planned investment programmes, ensuring works are completed to agreed timescales, cost, and quality standards., • Act as the primary link between the Housing Association and the contractor delivery team., • Manage contractors and consultants, chairing progress meetings, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and funding requirements., • Oversee project budgets, working closely with cost consultants to ensure value for money and timely payments., • Take responsibility for risk management, handover, and end-of-defects sign-off., • Support wider retrofit strategy by feeding back on delivery challenges and providing commercial insights., • Maintain accurate programme and performance data for reporting purposes.Requirements, • Strong background in construction project management, ideally with experience in retrofit, planned works, or major reinvestment programmes., • Knowledge of JCT Design & Build or Measured Term contracts., • Experience managing contractors, consultants, and multi-disciplinary delivery teams., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with residents., • IT proficiency – MS Project, Excel, and other project management tools., • Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements (Building Safety Act, H&S compliance)., • A good awareness of sustainability, funding sources, and net zero principles in housing., • Relevant professional qualification (e.g. APM, CIOB, RICS) or retrofit accreditation desirable.Additional Information, • Hybrid working: 3 days office-based, 2 days on site or working from home