Delivery Programme Lead - South

L&Q Group; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in the UK is looking for an experienced Delivery Programme Lead to manage large-scale works, including refurbishments and retrofits. The ideal candidate will possess strong project and contract management skills, be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and have excellent team collaboration abilities. A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle are required due to the nature of the role. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution)

28 days Annual Leave

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle benefits

Volunteering paid days

Qualifications

• Excellent prior knowledge and site experience in technical duties.
• Ability to manage data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Essential to have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and quality of major works programmes.
• Act as the first point of contact for residents and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with contractors to ensure projects meet high standards.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Management

Risk Management

Microsoft Excel

Collaboration Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Role Overview

The Major Works Delivery team are looking for an experienced Delivery Programme Lead with experience in Project Management of large, planned works to include but not limited to Kitchen/Bathrooms renewal, External works, Retrofit and complex projects. The role reports to the Partnership Manager. The Delivery Programme Lead will be responsible for the delivery and quality of designated large, planned programmes including Kitchen and Bathroom renewal, External windows and door programmes, roofing and retrofit works. Working with our partnered contractors to deliver excellent customer service and high‑quality product. Ensuring that the L&Q property assets are maintained in line with the allocated programmes. All projects are to be developed into an efficient de‑risked solution to which our partners/contractors can deliver. Covering refurbishment, planned investment, mechanical and electrical works, and fire safety remediation. The role includes being the first point of contact for residents, partners and stakeholders.

Qualifications

Successful candidate must be have excellent prior knowledge and site experience to be able to undertake a wide range of technical duties including inspection, measurement, supervision of works along with the sign off of the works on‑site. They must have knowledge of pricing structures such as NHF and schedule of rates. The candidate must have contract management experience, including risk management skills. It is essential that you are able to demonstrate strong planning, organisational and administrative skills ensuring accurate and timely records while managing data effectively. You must be able to present to internal and external stakeholders and must be able to demonstrate collaboration and influencing skills, with key stakeholders. Proficient in use of Microsoft Excel, able to compare spreadsheets, perform v‑lookups, use basic pivot tables and formulae and produce simple reports. It is essential to have knowledge of Microsoft Office suite. The candidate should be able to produce mail merges and presentations. The candidate must be able to collaborate and work as a team, be able to positively contribute when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders and have nurturing and empathic attributes. The ideal candidate will be able to work under pressure whilst recognising and acting on their own priorities as well as being able to support others when needed. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role, as travel between sites is required.

Our Organisation

We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q. L&Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. At L&Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations.

Benefits

• ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time.
• Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution).
• 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan.
• Non‑contributory life assurance.
• Up to 21 hours volunteering paid days.
• Lifestyle benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Many more…