Project Manager - Capital Delivery

The Oyster Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oyster Partnership is seeking a Project Manager - Capital Delivery to lead refurbishment programmes within occupied social housing properties in Essex. The role is interim, full-time, 12 months, with on-site requirements and a daily rate of £450 umbrella.

You will oversee large-scale projects, manage stakeholders, and ensure delivery to safety and quality standards across the portfolio. Closing date 11 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a construction Project Manager delivering refurbishment or capital works programmes.
• Experience delivering projects within the public sector or social housing environment.
• Previous experience overseeing works to occupied residential properties.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience administering and managing projects under JCT contracts.
• Good technical understanding of construction management and project delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of large-scale capital improvement and refurbishment projects across occupied residential properties.
• Oversee contractors and project teams to ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, risks, compliance and performance throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Act as the key point of contact for residents, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and industry best practice.
• Collaborate with commercial and technical teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Maintain robust project governance, reporting and stakeholder communication.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are met across all project activities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Construction management

JCT contract experience

Multi-priority delivery

Fast-paced environments

Education

Professional construction qualification

Job description

Lead a Landmark Capital Investment Programme Improving Homes Across a Major Social Housing Portfolio.

Project Manager - Capital Delivery

Role: Project Manager - Capital Delivery

Rate: £450 per day (Umbrella)

Contract Type: Interim, Full-Time

Location: Essex

Contract Length: 12 Months

Working Arrangements: Minimum 3 days per week on site

Closing Date: 11th October 2026

Project Manager - Capital Delivery - Overview

• An established social housing provider is delivering its largest-ever capital investment programme and is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of major refurbishment works across a substantial residential housing portfolio.
• This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in improving occupied homes, leading the delivery of large-scale construction and building envelope projects from mobilisation through to completion. The successful candidate will work closely with contractors, residents, consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest possible standard.
• Project Manager - Capital Delivery - Key ResponsibilitiesManage the delivery of large-scale capital improvement and refurbishment projects across occupied residential properties.
• Oversee contractors and project teams to ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, risks, compliance and performance throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Act as the key point of contact for residents, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and industry best practice.
• Collaborate with commercial and technical teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Maintain robust project governance, reporting and stakeholder communication.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are met across all project activities.

Project Manager - Capital Delivery - Applicant Essentials

Essential

• Proven experience as a construction Project Manager delivering refurbishment or capital works programmes.
• Experience delivering projects within the public sector or social housing environment.
• Previous experience overseeing works to occupied residential properties.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience administering and managing projects under JCT contracts.
• Good technical understanding of construction management and project delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Professional construction or project management qualifications.
• Experience managing building envelope improvement programmes.
• Knowledge of social housing capital investment programmes.
• Experience working closely with resident groups and occupied housing schemes.

The Oyster Partnership Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Proof of eligibility will be requested before any offer is confirmed.

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