Interim Project Manager

GS2 Partnership; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable housing association in Bournemouth is seeking an Interim Project Manager to lead major works programmes. The candidate will manage multiple capital projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Strong experience in JCT contracts and contractor management is required, along with excellent stakeholder communication skills. This role offers a competitive daily rate and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible working options

Immediate start opportunity

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within housing, property, or construction.
• Strong understanding and practical use of JCT contract forms.
• Track record of managing contractors and consultants on major works or planned investment programmes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and procurement to delivery.
• Lead on contractor performance management, ensuring targets and KPIs are achieved.
• Oversee major works and capital programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.

Skills

Project Management

JCT Contracts

Stakeholder Management

Contractor Management

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

Professional qualification (RICS, CIOB, APM, or equivalent)

Job description

Interim Project Manager – Housing Association

📍 Location: Bournemouth, Hampshire

💼 Contract: Interim Project Manager - 6 Months minimum

💰 Rate: Extremely competitive day rate

⏰ Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Interim Project Manager to join a Housing Association on an urgent basis to support the delivery of key major works programmes.

You’ll take ownership of multiple capital and planned investment projects, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

This role requires strong experience with JCT contracts, contractor management, and the end-to-end delivery of large-scale refurbishment or improvement projects within the housing or property sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle – from feasibility and procurement to delivery and handover.
• Ideally experience with JCT contracts and ensure compliance with all contract terms.
• Lead on contractor performance management, ensuring targets and KPIs are achieved.
• Oversee major works and capital programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Manage budgets, timescales, risk registers, and reporting processes.
• Collaborate effectively with residents, stakeholders, and internal teams.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within housing, property, or construction.
• Strong understanding and practical use of JCT contract forms.
• Track record of managing contractors and consultants on major works or planned investment programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Professional qualification (RICS, CIOB, APM, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety compliance.

Why Apply?

• Immediate start with a respected Housing Association.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on major housing improvement projects.
• Competitive daily rate and flexible working options.

Apply Now

If you’re available immediately and have the experience to lead complex housing projects, please apply today