Junior Project Manager - Building Safety

Centrick; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company in Manchester is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee cladding remediation and building safety projects. The ideal candidate will manage timelines, coordinate mobilization, and support funding applications. You will benefit from generous holiday, health support, and learning opportunities in a diverse work environment.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Health & Wellbeing support

Learning & Development opportunities

Mental Health Support

Birthday Bonus

One volunteer day annually

Monthly perks

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Project Management.
• Understanding of how the Project Manager can influence success within projects.
• Training in the Building Remediation Process will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support funding applications under the Developer Pledge and CSS.
• Track application progress and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain project and financial trackers, budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

Project Management

Understanding of Building Remediation

Communication Skills

Job description

Overview

We’re Centrick, residential property experts with a clear mission: to make lives better, every day. Since 2005, we’ve grown into a nationwide business with a global reach, managing buildings and estates of all shapes and sizes. From property management, sales, tenancy, to on-the-ground services like cleaning, caretaking, and maintenance. We deliver quality, end-to-end solutions. With our headquarters in central Birmingham and teams across the UK, we’re powered by dedicated professionals working collaboratively across operations, marketing, finance, and beyond. We reinvest in our people, technology, and culture to drive continuous improvement and long-term impact — for our clients, customers, and communities.

Who we are looking for

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to support the delivery of cladding remediation and building safety projects under the Developer Pledge and Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS). You’ll play a key role in keeping client and contractors updated with accurate timelines & information. Once schemes are approved, you’ll help coordinate mobilisation, maintain project and financial trackers, reconcile accounts, and support drawdown requests.

What you will be doing

• Support funding applications under the Developer Pledge and CSS
• Collate and validate technical and financial documentation
• Track application progress and ensure deadlines are met
• Assist in mobilisation of approved remediation schemes
• Maintain project and financial trackers, budgets, and forecasts
• Reconcile accounts and support drawdown requests
• Work with contractors & Clients to ensure understanding of each party’s needs
• Provide financial reports, highlighting risks and variances
• Act as key contact for leaseholders, developers, and contractors
• Draft clear resident communications and FAQs
• Liaise with Homes England, developers, and freeholders to share information

What you need to succeed

No two days are the same, but the tasks below offer a glimpse of what to expect. If you don’t meet every point but believe you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

• Previous experience within Project Management
• Understanding of how the Project Manager can influence success within projects
• Training in the Building Remediation Process will be provided but any exposure previously will be beneficial.

Why join us

• Time to Recharge: 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Future Security: Enhanced pension scheme based on role
• Extra Holiday: Your holiday allowance grows with your length of service—because loyalty deserves rewards
• Health & Wellbeing: Medicash, virtual GP, therapies, dental and optical support
• Sick Pay Boost: Company sick pay increases over time to support your wellbeing when you need it most
• Learning & Development: Study support and access to our dedicated academy to help you grow professionally and personally
• Mental Health Support: 24/7 mental health services
• Birthday Bonus: Enjoy an extra day off on your birthday to celebrate your way
• Giving Back: One volunteer day annually to support a charity or cause close to your heart
• Reward Platform: Monthly perks to spend how you like

At Centrick, diversity and inclusivity are fundamental to who we are. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a respectful and supportive hiring experience. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know—we’re here to help you succeed.