Estates & Environmental Improvement Manager

London Borough of Croydon; Croydon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Croydon is seeking an experienced Improvement Manager to lead a team on estate and environmental projects. This role requires strong leadership, project management, and collaboration with residents and stakeholders. You will be responsible for improving standards and ensuring high-quality outcomes across the estates. The position offers generous benefits and a chance to make a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Inclusive culture

Career development opportunities

Generous benefits package

Family-friendly leave provisions

Commitment to work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in collaboration with residents for environmental improvement.
• Managing complex projects with diverse techniques.
• Leading housing or environmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team focused on improving estates and environments.
• Plan and deliver various improvement projects.
• Monitor budgets, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive service improvements and performance reporting.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Leadership

Budget monitoring

Education

Trade NVQ 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

Lead improvement projects and make Croydon’s estates places residents are proud to live.

We are recruiting an experienced Improvement Manager to lead a team of Officers in delivering estate and environmental improvement projects. You’ll work with residents, councillors, contractors, and internal services to raise standards and deliver high-quality outcomes.

About the role

• Lead a team responsible for developing a delivering a range of estate and environmental improvement projects.
• Plan and deliver estate and environmental improvement projects.
• Monitor contracts, budgets, and compliance.
• Drive service improvements and report on performance.

About you

• Experience of working in collaboration with residents to develop and deliver environmental improvement.
• Experience of managing complex projects using a range of project management techniques
• Experience of leading housing or environmental projects.
• Strong contract management and budget monitoring skills.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Knowledge of housing services, compliance, and community engagement.
• Full driving licence
• A trade NVQ 3 or equivalent experience

Why join us?

This is a rewarding leadership role where you’ll deliver visible improvements across Croydon’s estates, making a real difference to local communities. Our benefits include:

• Inclusive Culture:Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating a supportive work environment where all staff can thrive.
• Career Development:We invest in our staff and support their development.
• Generous Benefits Package:Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%, up to 31 days of annual leave (eligibility criteria apply) in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more, a commitment to your well-being and work-life balance with access to the confidential and free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7.
• Family Friendly provisions:Generous maternity leave and family leave provisions
• Make a Difference:Be part of a council that is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents through effective and compassionate housing management. At Croydon relationships matter and we are about strong partnerships and working together to make lasting positive change.

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Application Closing Date: 11th January 2026

Assessment Centres: Week commencing – 19th January 2026