Project manager - New build housing

Hays Construction and Property; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to contribute to their social housing projects. This role involves overseeing projects valued between £5m and £15m, ensuring timely delivery and high standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in residential construction and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package including bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in Project Manager role.
• Strong track record in residential construction projects, particularly social housing.
• Proficient in project planning and sustainable building practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from start to finish.
• Lead a team of Site Managers.
• Produce weekly and monthly progress reports.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Your new company
Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to take the lead on impactful residential developments? Join a well-established and respected housebuilding contractor entering an exciting phase of planned expansion, with a strategic focus on delivering high-quality new-build social housing projects across the region.
With a strong legacy in residential construction, our organisation has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and community-focused development. As we grow our portfolio, particularly within the affordable and social housing sector, we are seeking a talented Project Manager to help drive our mission forward. There are several upcoming projects all in the West Kent area, ranging from a 20 - 50-unit mixture of houses and flats.

Your new role
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of residential projects valued between 5m and 15m, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You will lead a team of Site Managers and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to bring each project to life.

• Manage projects from start to finish, with a focus on social housing.
• Lead and support a team of Site Managers,
• Develop and maintain short-term programmes (2 to 6 weeks ahead) to ensure project milestones are met.
• Liaise with design consultants and an in-house technical team to resolve design and build issues.
• Material take-offs in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Produce weekly and monthly progress reports for Directors
• Maintain professional relationships with local authorities, housing associations, and other external stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years' experience in a Project Manager role within a main contracting environment, with a demonstrable track record in delivering residential construction projects-ideally including social or affordable housing schemes. They will exhibit strong leadership and team management capabilities, be proficient in project planning and construction software, and possess a thorough understanding of Part L compliance and sustainable building practices. Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including consultants, technical teams, and external partners, are essential.


What you'll get in return
A competitive salary and benefits package including bonus
What you need to do now
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