Housing Capital Projects Leader

Milton Keynes City Council; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great holiday benefits (28 days, up to

Excellent Local Government Pension

Family friendly policies

Health cash plan & discounts

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Milton Keynes City Council is recruiting a Housing Capital Projects Manager to lead the delivery of complex housing capital projects across a portfolio of over 11,000 homes. You will manage large investment programmes, engage residents and stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly and to a high standard.

This site-based role requires working from the designated workplace, with interviews on 21st September 2026.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in surveying, construction, contract management or a related discipline.
• Experienced project leader with a track record delivering major capital investment projects in occupied residential properties.
• Detailed understanding of housing, property and contract management including building safety and fire safety legislation.
• Confident communicator with residents, contractors, regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage significant budgets and make informed decisions in complex environments.
• Strong eye for risk and ability to resolve contractual and delivery challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex housing capital projects and programmes from initial scope through to completion.
• Oversee projects with significant budgets and ensure delivery to agreed quality, cost and timescale requirements.
• Manage and monitor consultants, contractors and specialist suppliers to achieve value for money and compliance with procurement requirements.
• Work closely with residents, leaseholders, resident groups and other stakeholders to ensure engagement and satisfaction throughout projects.
• Ensure robust governance, risk management, financial management, monitoring and reporting arrangements are in place across all projects.
• Maintain accurate asset information and ensure data is updated and shared across services.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and Consumer Standards.
• Provide clear project updates and professional advice to senior leaders and key decision makers.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Risk management

Contract management

Housing knowledge

Education

Degree in surveying / construction / contract management

Job description

Milton Keynes City Council is recruiting a Housing Capital Projects Manager to lead the delivery of complex housing capital projects across a portfolio of over 11,000 homes. You will manage large investment programmes, engage residents and stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly and to a high standard.

This site-based role requires working from the designated workplace, with interviews on 21st September 2026.