Interim Housing Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic local authority in South London seeks an experienced Interim Housing Project Manager for a 6-month rolling contract focused on delivering essential housing projects. This key role involves managing projects that align with strategic objectives surrounding affordable housing and community development. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and experience in similar local authority settings, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and project delivery.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Experience in housing project management in local authority.
• Understanding of housing development and planning processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage housing projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with internal departments and stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Project management

Education

PRINCE2 certification

RICS certification

CIH qualification

Job description

Job Description

Interim Housing Project Manager, 6-month rolling contract, £450 - 500 p/day Inside IR35, Hybrid Working

Your new company

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Housing Project Manager to join a dynamic local authority team in South London. This is a key interim role focused on delivering housing-related projects that support the council’s strategic objectives around affordable housing, regeneration, and community development.
Your new role

• Lead and manage housing development and regeneration projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and risks, ensuring delivery within scope and compliance with local authority standards.
• Prepare and present reports, business cases, and updates to senior management and elected members.
• Ensure projects align with housing strategy, planning policy, and community needs.


What you'll need to succeed



• Proven experience in housing project management within a local authority or public sector setting.
• Strong understanding of housing development, planning processes, and regeneration.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant qualifications in project management, housing, or construction (e.g., PRINCE2, RICS, CIH).


What you'll get in return



• Work with a supportive and forward-thinking team.
• Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative culture.
• Competitive daily rate.



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