Project Manager

Public Sector; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Masson is recruiting on behalf of a social housing organisation in Sussex for an interim Project Manager to oversee capital works and planned investment programmes across the portfolio.

You will manage budgets, contract performance and compliance with building regulations while coordinating with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality, resident-focused improvements on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Capital works/planned investment management experience in social housing or local authorities.
• Experience managing contractors and construction contracts (JCT, TPC).
• Budget management, cash flow forecasting and cost control.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management with resident focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver capital works and cyclical investment projects on time and within budget.
• Oversee contractors/consultants against KPIs and milestones.
• Manage budgets, cash flow, variations and final accounts.
• Prepare specifications and schedules of work for tender.
• Ensure compliance with building regs, health and safety and policies.
• Conduct site visits, monitor progress and manage defects.
• Address delays, access issues, risks with corrective actions.
• Manage resident communications and enquiries for a positive experience.
• Support investment programme delivery with accurate records.
• Coordinate works with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and chair meetings; provide technical construction advice.

Skills

Budget management

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Resident-focused service

Education

HND/HNC level qualification

CSCS card

SMSTS qualification

RICS/CIOB membership (advantage)

Job description

Goodman Masson is currently working with a social housing organisation in Sussex to recruit for an interim Project Manager.

Pay – £400- £450 per day INSIDE IR35

We are seeking an experienced Interim Project Manager to oversee the delivery of capital works and planned investment programmes across a social housing portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity for a property maintenance professional with strong contract management, technical surveying and budget control experience to manage investment projects from inception through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

You will work closely with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to drive performance, achieve value for money and ensure a high-quality, resident-focused service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of capital works and cyclical investment projects, ensuring programmes are completed on time, within budget and in line with agreed specifications.
• Oversee contractors and consultants, monitoring performance against contractual KPIs, programme milestones and quality standards.
• Manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, variations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Undertake property surveys, technical appraisals and defect investigations, preparing detailed specifications and schedules of work for tender.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant building regulations, health and safety legislation, statutory requirements and organisational policies.
• Carry out regular site visits and inspections, working with contractors and quality assurance teams to monitor progress, resolve issues and manage defects.
• Identify and address programme delays, access issues, site challenges and risks, implementing corrective action where required.
• Manage resident communications, customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring a positive customer experience throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the preparation and delivery of investment programmes, maintaining accurate records of project progress, expenditure and performance.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to coordinate works, avoid programme clashes and ensure effective project delivery.
• Prepare project reports, chair meetings where required and provide technical advice on construction and property-related matters.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Significant experience managing capital works, planned investment and/or cyclical maintenance programmes, ideally within social housing or local authority environments.
• Strong knowledge of housing construction, property maintenance, component replacement and building-related defects.
• Proven experience managing contractors and administering construction contracts, such as JCT, TPC or similar industry-standard forms.
• Demonstrable experience of budget management, cost control, cash flow forecasting and achieving value for money.
• Ability to prepare detailed work specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, building regulations, construction standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing projects from inception through to completion, including quality inspections, handovers and defect resolution.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with a strong focus on resident satisfaction.
• A methodical, organised and proactive approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Qualifications

• HND/HNC level qualification or equivalent relevant professional qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant CSCS card.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB or a similar professional body would be advantageous.
• SMSTS or an equivalent relevant qualification.