Project Delivery Manager

CIH International Housing Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

bpha is recruiting an experienced Project Delivery Manager in Bedford. The role leads a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion, with hybrid working and a salary of £57,000 including £2,000 car allowance.

You will manage budgets, programmes, risks and stakeholder relationships to deliver schemes on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Two vacancies exist: 1x Permanent FT and 1x 12m FTC.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering residential development projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, construction and planning processes.
• Experience managing project budgets, programmes and risks.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing development projects from handover through to completion.
• Procuring contractors and associated services.
• Managing project budgets, cashflows and viability.
• Monitoring programme performance, risks and project milestones.
• Leading internal and external project teams.
• Ensuring compliance with planning, contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Producing project reports and forecasts.
• Managing stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, Homes England and project partners.
• Supporting grant claims and funding compliance.
• Driving high standards of quality, health and safety, and project delivery.

Skills

Residential development delivery

Procurement & contracts

Stakeholder relationship management

Job description

£57,000 including £2000 car allowance
Bedford, Hybrid

Please note, we currently have two vacancies available:

1x Permanent, Full Time and 1x 12m FTC, Full Time

We're looking for an experienced Project Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion.

You'll take ownership of project delivery, managing budgets, programmes, risks and stakeholder relationships to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Why bpha?

At bpha, we have ambitious plans to grow and deliver more high-quality homes that make a positive difference to people's lives. As we continue to expand, we are looking for talented and ambitious individuals who share our passion for providing excellent homes and services. Join us and play a key role in helping us achieve our growth aspirations while creating communities where people can thrive.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing development projects from handover through to completion.
• Procuring contractors and associated services.
• Managing project budgets, cashflows and viability.
• Monitoring programme performance, risks and project milestones.
• Leading internal and external project teams.
• Ensuring compliance with planning, contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Producing project reports and forecasts.
• Managing stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, Homes England and project partners.
• Supporting grant claims and funding compliance.
• Driving high standards of quality, health and safety, and project delivery.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience delivering residential development projects.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, construction and planning processes.
• Experience managing project budgets, programmes and risks.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience working within the housing sector, including knowledge of Homes England funding requirements.
• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early applications.