Project Manager – Housing

Critical Project Resourcing Ltd; Enfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in North East London is seeking an Interim Project Manager to oversee major housing capital investment projects. The successful candidate will lead multi-million-pound works, manage external services, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Excellent stakeholder management and a strong track record in project management are essential. This role is pivotal in achieving 100% decency standards by March 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven project/programme management experience in major works housing projects.
• Strong track record of managing multi-million-pound contracts across multiple locations.
• In-depth knowledge of contract management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-million-pound capital investment works.
• Oversee external professional services firms.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and quality standards.

Skills

Project/programme management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Contract management

Job description

Role Overview

A Local Authority in North East London is seeking an Interim Project Manager to lead on major housing capital investment projects within their Housing Property Services team. The Council has an ambitious programme of works to achieve 100% decency standards by March 2026. Alongside this, they have secured a £5M Warmer Homes Grant and are delivering a rolling programme of FRA remedial works.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-million-pound capital investment works across multiple sites.
• Oversee external professional services firms acting as PD, BR, and Contract Administrators.
• Manage programmes involving specialist contractors, including concrete repairs and structural engineering works.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, quality standards, and procurement processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, to scope, and within budget.

Experience & Knowledge Required

• Proven project/programme management experience in major works housing projects.
• Strong track record of managing multi-million-pound contracts across multiple locations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of contract management, compliance, and capital programme delivery.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, regulatory frameworks, and financial context for local government housing services.
• Familiarity with ICT systems supporting capital programme management.