Decant & Rehousing Programme Lead

Skilled Careers; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Decant Manager to join a leading housing organisation in Stratford, London. You will coordinate complex rehousing programmes, manage stakeholder relationships and ensure residents receive support throughout the process.

Key tasks include planning rehousing for regeneration projects, forecasting future needs, analysing data, and reporting to senior stakeholders. You will collaborate with contractors, local authorities and internal teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing and regeneration projects.
• Experience in decanting, rehousing or resident relocation coordination.
• Strong organisational, planning and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate temporary and permanent rehousing programmes for residents affected by regeneration, redevelopment and remediation works.
• Develop forward plans and forecast future rehousing requirements for upcoming projects.
• Analyse resident data, monitor programme progress and identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, consultants and local authorities to manage resident moves.
• Ensure residents receive clear, timely and empathetic communication throughout the rehousing process.
• Support residents with additional needs or vulnerabilities and handle sensitive situations professionally.
• Prepare management reports and documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, manage risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Use project planning software to develop programmes and track progress.

Skills

Social housing

Decanting

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

IT skills

Regeneration knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project planning software

Job description

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Decant Manager to join a leading housing organisation in Stratford, London. You will coordinate complex rehousing programmes, manage stakeholder relationships and ensure residents receive support throughout the process.

Key tasks include planning rehousing for regeneration projects, forecasting future needs, analysing data, and reporting to senior stakeholders. You will collaborate with contractors, local authorities and internal teams to deliver