Project Manager - Freelance - SHDF

Randstad Construction and Property; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund retrofit in Milton Keynes through to the end of March. You will manage end-to-end delivery, coordinate supply chain, and report on progress to the client.

Experience in SHDF/ECO or warmworks contracts and strong knowledge of PAS 2030/2035 is essential. You'll lead site teams, ensure safety and quality in occupied homes, and maintain strong client relationships with local

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering social housing retrofit projects.
• In-depth technical knowledge of decarbonisation measures (Solar PV, ASHP, CWI, Loft Insulation).
• Solid working knowledge of PAS 2030 / 2035 retrofit frameworks.
• Valid SMSTS and CSCS Card (Black / Gold preferred).
• Strong commercial acumen and team management skills.
• Experience managing client relationships with local authorities or housing associations.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of the SHDF scheme, meeting milestones and funding deadlines through to end of March.
• Oversee delivery of renewable technologies and insulation measures.
• Ensure PAS 2030/2035 compliance.
• Monitor budget, sub-contractor valuations, master programmes, and KPIs.
• Liaise with local authorities/housing associations; chair progress meetings.
• Lead site teams and RLOs to maintain safety, quality and customer satisfaction in occupied homes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Site management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Management

PAS 2035 Retrofit Coordinator qualification

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS Card

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF)

Location: Milton Keynes

Duration: ASAP - End of March

Contract Type: Temporary / Freelance / Contract

Pay Rate: Competitive Day Rate

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to take operational control of a key Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) retrofit scheme in Milton Keynes running through until the end of March.

You will lead the overall project lifecycle, driving commercial performance, supply chain management, client reporting, and delivery of multi-measure energy efficiency retrofits across occupied social housing properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: End-to-end management of the SHDF scheme, ensuring key milestones and funding deadlines are met through to the end of March.
• Technical Oversight: Manage the delivery of renewable technologies and insulation measures, including Solar PV, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), Loft Insulation, and Cavity Wall Insulation (CWI).
• PAS Compliance: Ensure all works strictly align with PAS 2030 / PAS 2035 standards and framework specifications.
• Commercial & Programming: Monitor budget allocation, manage sub-contractor valuations, drive short- and medium-term master programmes, and report on project KPIs.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary liaison for the local authority/housing association, chairing progress meetings and providing regular performance updates.
• Leadership: Lead site teams, Site Managers, and Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs) to maintain safety, quality, and high customer satisfaction ratings in occupied homes.

Person Specification & Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven track record as a Project Manager delivering social housing retrofit, SHDF, ECO, or warmworks contracts.
• In-depth technical knowledge of decarbonisation measures (Solar PV, ASHP, CWI, Loft Insulation).
• Solid working knowledge of PAS 2030 / PAS 2035 retrofit frameworks.
• Valid SMSTS and CSCS Card (Black / Gold preferred).
• Strong commercial acumen and team management skills.
• Experience managing client relationships with local authorities or housing associations.

Desirable:

• Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Management or PAS 2035 Retrofit Coordinator qualification.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.