Housing Delivery Project Manager

Carrington West; Harlow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Harlow District Council's capital delivery programme for social housing. This role involves managing large-scale refurbishment projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Applicants must have proven experience in this field, specifically working with local authorities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential. This is a full-time contract opportunity based in Harlow.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing projects in occupied residential units.
• Knowledge of JCT forms of contract is essential.
• Public sector experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale capital investment programme for social housing.
• Oversee refurbishment works to occupied council homes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Construction project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Technical knowledge of construction

Job description

Project Manager - Capital Delivery

£450 per day (Umbrella) | 12-Month Initial Contract

Temporary | Full Time | Harlow

Closing Date: 10th November 2025

What will you do?

• Manage and deliver Harlow District Council's large-scale capital investment programme for social housing.
• Oversee refurbishment works to occupied council homes, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Work closely with contractors and the Council's commercial team to ensure adherence to contract terms, including JCT contracts.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, communicating effectively with residents, colleagues, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, technical specifications, and operational procedures.

What do you need?

To be successful in your application and at interview, you must demonstrate ALL of the following:

• UK Resident.
• Proven experience as a construction project manager, specifically delivering works to occupied residential units for local authorities or housing associations.
• Knowledge and experience working with JCT forms of contract.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction management.
• Well-developed people skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Public sector experience is essential; applicants who have only delivered new-build projects are not suitable.
• Ability to be on‑site a minimum of 3 days per week.

Why Harlow?

Harlow is a thriving town with excellent shopping, leisure facilities, and transport links. London is just 35 minutes away by train, with Stansted Airport only 20 minutes' journey‑making it an ideal place to live and work.

What to do next?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of Harlow Council's largest capital investment programme. Apply today with your CV before 10th November 2025 to avoid missing out.