Development Project Delivery Manager - 12m Fixed Term

BPHA; Bedford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

BPHA is seeking a Development Project Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion. You will own project delivery, managing budgets, programmes, risks and stakeholder relationships to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards.

The role is based in Bedford, hybrid working, with two vacancies: permanent full-time and a 12-month FTC, both full-time. Salary is £57,000 including £2,000 car allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering residential development projects and managing procurement.
• Ability to manage budgets, cashflows and project viability.
• Strong governance of programme timelines and milestones.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Homes England funding requirements is a plus.
• Proactive with strong attention to detail and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead development projects from handover through to completion.
• Procure contractors and related services.
• Manage project budgets, cashflows and viability.
• Monitor programme performance, risks and milestones.
• Lead internal and external project teams.
• Ensure planning, contractual and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Residential development

Procurement

Budget management

Programme management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Homes England funding knowledge

Job description

Development Project Delivery Manager

£57,000 including £2000 car allowance

Bedford, Hybrid

Please note, we currently have two vacancies available:

1x Permanent, Full Time and 1x 12m FTC, Full Time

We're looking for an experienced Development Project Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion.

You’ll take ownership of project delivery, managing budgets, programmes, risks and stakeholder relationships to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Why bpha?

At bpha, we have ambitious plans to grow and deliver more high-quality homes that make a positive difference to people’s lives. As we continue to expand, we are looking for talented and ambitious individuals who share our passion for providing excellent homes and services. Join us and play a key role in helping us achieve our growth aspirations while creating communities where people can thrive.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing development projects from handover through to completion.
• Procuring contractors and associated services.
• Managing project budgets, cashflows and viability.
• Monitoring programme performance, risks and project milestones.
• Leading internal and external project teams.
• Ensuring compliance with planning, contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Producing project reports and forecasts.
• Managing stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, Homes England and project partners.
• Supporting grant claims and funding compliance.
• Driving high standards of quality, health and safety, and project delivery.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience delivering residential development projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, construction and planning processes.
• Experience managing project budgets, programmes and risks.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience working within the housing sector, including knowledge of Homes England funding requirements.
• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early applications.