Project Manager

Project Manager - Social Housing Planned Works

An established contractor within the social housing sector is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and operationally focused Project Manager with a proven background in Social Housing Planned Works. The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing contracts, leading direct labour and subcontractor teams, and driving operational performance across a portfolio of planned maintenance and refurbishment projects.

Position: Project Manager

Location: West Midlands/ Walsall

Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 per annum + car allowance + package

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: Immediately available

Working closely with integrated commercial and operational teams, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and within budget, while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage social housing planned maintenance and refurbishment contracts from inception through to completion.
• Lead and coordinate direct labour and subcontractor delivery teams.
• Drive operational efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage project programmes, resources, budgets and overall performance.
• Procure and negotiate packages of work with subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Monitor project progress and ensure contractual and operational targets are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and residents.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation, company policies and industry standards.
• Analyse project performance data to identify risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to maximise project profitability and value.

Candidate Profile:

The successful candidate will be a proactive and results-driven professional with excellent organisational and communication skills. You will have the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, build strong working relationships, and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes for clients and stakeholders.

This opportunity offers the chance to join a growing organisation with a strong presence in the social housing sector, where you can play a key role in the successful delivery of planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes.

Requirements:

• SMSTS qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working for a maintenance contractor or main contractor.
• Proven experience managing Social Housing Planned Works contracts.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness with procurement and supply chain management experience.
• Excellent health and safety knowledge.
• Competent user of Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret project data.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.