Project Manager Post Construction

Notting Hill Genesis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Greater London is seeking a Project Manager – Post Construction to manage latent defect projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in building surveying or construction project management, strong project management experience, and exceptional communication skills. This role includes managing projects, producing reports for stakeholders, and visiting resident homes. The organization offers flexible working opportunities and a generous benefits package, including pension schemes and staff discounts.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Employee assistance program

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance 4x annual salary

Qualifications

• Background in building surveying and/or construction project management.
• Experience with defect resolution and managing contractors.
• Excellent reporting skills for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from investigation through to resolution.
• Produce high-quality reports for stakeholders.
• Attend resident meetings and diagnosis visits.

Skills

Building surveying knowledge

Construction project management

Defect resolution

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Working towards chartership (CIOB, RICS)

Job description

Job Introduction

Want to work for one of London's leading developers?

Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) is one of London's largest housing associations with an ambitious programme to build 1,400 homes a year. With over 2,000 homes currently on site and a strong pipeline, we're committed to delivering high-quality homes and thriving communities.

We're now looking for a Project Manager – Post Construction to lead and manage latent defect projects across our portfolio. You'll work with internal teams, contractors, and industry bodies to resolve issues efficiently—ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to residents.

What you’ll do

• Manage and lead latent defect projects from investigation through to resolution.
• Work closely with warranty providers, contractors and internal teams to progress cases and identify risks early.
• Influence future design and build quality by feeding learning into technical specifications and Employer's Requirements.
• Produce clear, high-quality reports for senior stakeholders and committees, including Executive Board papers.
• Maintain accurate project records and keep stakeholders updated regularly.
• Visit residents’ homes to diagnose issues and attend resident meetings when required (including occasional evenings).
• Support colleagues managing patent defects (years 1‑2), helping with diagnosis and trend identification.

Additional key responsibilities

• Lead complex latent defect cases independently, including contract management and liaison on contentious matters.
• Produce detailed remediation reports and oversee documentation requirements.
• Chair resident meetings and manage communications professionally.
• Work across departments to support customer experience and NHG's Better Together strategy.
• Deputise for the Senior Project Manager when required.
• Build strong relationships with external partners and represent NHG confidently.

The ideal candidate

We believe great service starts with great people, and we are committed to recruiting and developing passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation.

Pending confirmation of legislative changes, this role may require a qualification to demonstrate competence. If not already qualified, there may be an expectation to study towards a professional qualification.

Essential

• Background in building surveying and / or construction project management, ideally with (or working towards) chartership (e.g., CIOB, RICS).
• Strong project management experience, with the ability to resolve defects effectively and manage contractors.
• Experience in latent defect resolution, construction processes, and contract management.
• Confident negotiator with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong professional relationships.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to present clearly to senior stakeholders.

Development

NHG is committed to your professional growth. We provide ongoing support and training, with opportunities to pursue relevant qualifications and progress within the organisation.

What's in it for you?

• Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply)
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply)
• Employee assistance – free confidential advice and counselling services provided by independent specialist organisations.
• Health cash plan
• Staff discounts – we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more.
• Interest free loans – season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Life Assurance x 4 annual salary

All about us

Notting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff.

We welcome applications from everyone. We actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments.

Selection Process

Step 1: If you are interested, please send your application now! Closing date is 6th January.

Step 2: Successful candidates will be asked to do an assessment and will be invited to interview.

Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via [e-mail].

Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others.

NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity.