Project Delivery Manager

Guinness Partnership; Chadderton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing services provider is seeking two Project Delivery Managers based in Chadderton. This role involves managing the delivery of building safety remediation and retrofit sustainability projects. Candidates should have proven project management skills, experience in commercial aspects of construction projects, and a solid understanding of building safety. The position offers a hybrid work style and competitive benefits package.

Benefits

25-27 days holiday per year

Competitive pension scheme

Performance pay

Life assurance benefits

Health plan options

Free eye test vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering building safety work and sustainability projects.
• Commercial acumen and contract management experience.
• Excellent project management capabilities.
• Knowledge of building construction and repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage planned works and remediation projects.
• Lead external consultants and contractors for project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with building safety legislation.

Skills

Project management

Building safety knowledge

Customer service

Budget management

Excellent communication

Education

Level 5 (HND) or higher in Building, Construction, surveying

Job description

ABOUT US

The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re‑invested in new and existing homes and improving services.

The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We have an exciting opportunity for two Project Delivery Managers to join the Guinness Team. These are permanent, full‑time vacancies based in our Oldham, Bower House office. We are currently working to a hybrid working style.

The overall purpose of the role is to manage the delivery of planned works, building safety remediation and retrofit sustainability projects by working with and managing external consultants and contractors.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do, so you'll not only be highly self‑motivated with the rigour to pursue goals, but you'll also be a confident collaborator, networker and relationship builder with a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proven experience of working within teams successfully delivering building safety work and retro sustainability projects.
• Commercial acumen and experience of managing all commercial aspects of multiple projects.
• Experience of contract management with external and internal contractor organisations delivering multi‑discipline projects to achieve value for money and quality.
• Proven experience of providing excellent customer service.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Good knowledge of building construction and repair techniques, building safety and retrofit to current legislation and regulations.
• Experience of effective budget management.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours.

DESIRABLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Up to date practical knowledge of the Building Safety Regulator requirements, PAS9980, PAS2030 / 35 and associated construction practices.
• Have a good understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the processes / procedures for delivering relevant work.
• Extensive building / fire safety, retrofit and renewal / regeneration component replacement knowledge.
• Knowledge and understanding of the activities of a social landlord.

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Educated to Level 5 (HND) or higher in Building, Construction, surveying, or equivalent.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Member of a recognised professional body (RICS, CIOB) or similar.
• NEBOSH Certification.
• CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent.

BENEFITS

Holidays: We offer 25 27 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays. We will also give you the opportunity to buy up to an additional 5 days. You will also receive additional holiday in line with your length of service (1 extra day per 5 years service, capped at 4 days).

Competitive Pension Scheme: We will help you save for your retirement through our workplace pension scheme. Guinness match your contribution up to 9%. To help you get the most out of your pension contributions, we operate a salary sacrifice arrangement that means you will pay less National Insurance contributions.

Benefits Portal: We have a lifestyle benefits scheme, pulling together a range of special offers and great deals. You can make some great savings on everyday shopping from fashion and electronics to travel, leisure and days out and weekly supermarket shopping.

Performance Pay: Annual Performance Score bonus subject to eligibility.

Life Assurance: For peace of mind Guinness provides three times salary life cover in the event of your death.

Health Plan Options: There are a couple of health care schemes available depending on the post grade.

VDU / DSE: Free eye test vouchers every 2 years with £55 contribution to glasses if requires for VDU work.

Additional benefits include:

• Access to the Finance wellbeing portal
• Professional subscription annual payment
• Travel season ticket loan
• Car lease scheme