Head Of Planned Works - Whg

Michael Page; Walsall; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider is seeking a Project Manager in Walsall to oversee decarbonisation and refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the housing sector, experience with retrofit projects, and handle contract management. This role offers a competitive annual salary of up to £77,456, along with additional benefits including a car allowance and flexible working.

Benefits

Car allowance of £1,000

Local government pension scheme

Flexible working

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Option to purchase additional 5 days leave

Investment in learning and CPD

Cycle to work scheme

Boost benefits portal access

Qualifications

• Experience in successfully delivering large programmes of work in the housing/construction sector.
• Knowledge of retrofit/decarbonisation projects.
• Experience of bid writing and grant funding.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of a Project Manager and support staff.
• Deliver decarbonisation and refurbishment projects across Walsall.
• Oversee contract management and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Decarbonisation knowledge

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Relevant qualification in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Engineering, or Architecture

Job description

You are responsible for overseeing and delivering works programmes that contribute to and ultimately will fully decarbonise whg homes. You will procure and manage major works programmes with an annual cost of circa 30m. You will ensure a professional and commercial approach is taken and value for money is achieved. You will also ensure that the programme is highly customer focused to deliver energy efficient homes for our customers.

Client Details

whg are one of the Midlands' leading and most successful providers of high quality homes. Owning and managing around 22,000 properties, we provide affordable, good quality homes and community-based services, creating sustainable and resilient communities.We are a proud champion of our places, working with our partners to secure future prosperity through regeneration, place shaping, community investment and improving wellbeing.

• Achieved G1 (Governance) and V1 (Financial viability) ratings, as well as C1 in the new Consumer Standard, by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) - the highest available rating in each category.
• Recognised as one of the UK's Best Places to Work for the second year.
• Named one of UK's biggest housing builders in Inside Housing's annual Top 50 Biggest Builders 2025 list.

We believe that a good quality, affordable home is the cornerstone of a successful life. Our focus on providing more quality homes and extending the impact of our services reflects our dedication to our customers, communities and the planet.We aim to create an outstanding workplace that attracts and retains top talent, fostering excellent performance with our diverse and skilled workforce.Our 2030 plan sets out an ambitious programme of change, working in partnership with our customers and colleagues, through six transformational projects that will shape our future.

Description

• You will have direct management responsibility of a Project Manager who is supported by a team of Project Delivery Officers and Customer Liaison Advisers.
• Decarbonisation, retrofit and planned works refurbishment projects across Walsall.
• Contract Management: take responsibility for the overall management and delivery of investment programme projects. Support the project delivery teams to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, financial management and address any issues that arise.
• Cost control, financial reporting and commercial management.
• Procurement and tenders.
• Risk management and identification.
• Bids and funding.
• Compliance and safety.
• Stakeholder engagement with the wider WHG teams, local authorities, contractors, consultants and supply chain.

Profile

• Relevant qualification or professional body membership in a relatable field such as Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Engineering, or Architecture.
• Experience in successfully delivering a large programme of work, overseeing multiple projects and contracts, within the housing/ construction sector.
• Knowledge of retrofit / decarbonisation / ideally experience managing such projects.
• Experience of bid writing / working with grant funding.
• Relevant experience of budget preparation and management, including estimating.
• Commutable distance to Walsall.

Job Offer

• Annual salary of up to 77,456
• Car allowance of 1,000
• Local government pension scheme
• Flexible working
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional 5 days leave
• Investment in learning and CPD
• Cycle to work scheme
• Boost benefits portal access