Senior Project Manager

CRA Group Recruitment And Payroll Ltd; Dover; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority recruitment firm is seeking an experienced project manager for a 5-month contract overseeing a £10 million Housing Capital Programme in Dover, UK. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in project management and a proven track record in delivering large capital programmes. Responsibilities include managing contracts, ensuring timely execution, and maintaining budget control. This role works 35 hours per week and requires a DBS. The application deadline is January 18, 2026.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in managing large capital programmes.
• Proven track record of successful delivery in project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts to ensure value for money.
• Forecast spending and ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Collaborate to lead and manage a team of professionals.
• Ensure effective monitoring and management of contractors.
• Maintain effective budgetary control and address issues immediately.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Team leadership

Asset management

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 16/01/2026

Job Information

Interim & Executive Management

City Tower Hamlets

Province Tower Hamlets

Postal Code E2

Job Description

5-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

• The role involves project management of a significant portion of the Housing Capital Programme, valued at approximately £10 million annually. The position requires overseeing the internal team, contracts, technical consultants, and contractors to ensure value for money, qualitative outcomes, and adherence to spending targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts to ensure value for money, timely execution, and high standards.
• Forecast spending and work profiles to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with the programme manager to lead, motivate, and manage a team, including surveyors, quantity surveyors, Clerks of Work, and Contract Administrators.
• Ensure contract governance arrangements are followed, with effective monitoring and management of contractors.
• Provide contractors with necessary property and asset information, including condition, FRA, repair data, and asbestos survey information.
• Maintain effective budgetary control, addressing any budget issues immediately with the Head of Property Services, Capital Programme Manager, and Strategic Client Manager.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge and at least 5 years of experience in project management of large capital programmes or similar areas, with a proven track record of successful delivery.
• Comprehensive understanding of asset management and investment appraisal with long-term planning.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 35 hours per week
• The role requires DBS
• We work on Bi-weekly payment schedule.
• The role closes on 18th January 2026, apply ASAP.