Housing Project Manager

Carrington West; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing service provider in Guildford is seeking an experienced Housing Project Manager to coordinate and deliver housing initiatives, including Afghan and Ukrainian resettlement schemes. The role requires strong project management skills and proficiency in data analysis, with a focus on supporting vulnerable residents. Ideal candidates will have experience in a housing or project management role. This position plays a vital role in securing funding and expanding housing capacity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a housing or project management environment.
• Knowledge of refugee resettlement or homelessness is beneficial.
• Confident managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate housing and resettlement projects.
• Support delivery of services for Afghan and Ukrainian resettlement schemes.
• Act as a liaison with external stakeholders.
• Lead on grant submissions and compliance.
• Analyze data to inform decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Data analysis

IT proficiency

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Housing Project Manager to join a dynamic housing team. You'll play a pivotal role in coordinating and delivering housing and resettlement initiatives in response to evolving local and national challenges - including Afghan and Ukrainian resettlement schemes, asylum seeker placements, and broader homelessness pressures.

This is a hands‑on, strategic post focused on planning, delivering, and evaluating projects that expand housing capacity, support vulnerable residents, and secure vital funding streams. From managing grant claims and liaising with partner agencies to troubleshooting complex client issues, you'll be involved at every stage of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate housing and resettlement projects, ensuring timelines, targets, and funding requirements are met.
• Support delivery of services for Afghan, Ukrainian and future resettlement schemes, ensuring joined‑up approaches across teams.
• Act as a key liaison with external stakeholders including landlords, letting agents, charities, the DWP, and local authorities.
• Lead on grant submissions, funding reports, and compliance with government guidance.
• Work with internal and external partners to increase supply of temporary accommodation and affordable housing.
• Assist with the collation and analysis of data to shape services, submit reports, and inform decision‑making.
• Oversee administrative functions of projects and contribute to strategic planning and budget management.
• Provide leadership and direction to project staff where appropriate.
• Ensure customer experience remains at the forefront of service delivery through empathetic, responsive communication.
• Monitor evolving housing demands and develop innovative solutions in response to policy or market changes.

About You

• You have previous experience in a housing or project management environment, ideally with knowledge of refugee resettlement or homelessness.
• You are highly organised, IT‑proficient (particularly in Microsoft Office), and confident managing competing priorities.
• You are a strong communicator, skilled in building effective partnerships across multiple agencies.
• You understand the housing sector, including temporary accommodation, resettlement schemes, and affordable housing challenges.
• You are data‑savvy, capable of collecting, interpreting and using insights to drive better outcomes.
• You are empathetic, client‑focused, and committed to delivering meaningful impact in people's lives.
• You bring a collaborative mindset, always looking for solutions and improvements in service delivery.

How to Apply

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