Senior Project Manager - Asset Investment / Planned Works (Social Housing)

bpha; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive housing association in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the Asset Investment team. You will be responsible for delivering refurbishment programmes that ensure safe and modern housing. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background in construction and health & safety knowledge, alongside excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. This permanent, full-time role offers the chance to make a real impact in community development.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience is essential.
• Strong health and safety knowledge, including asbestos and fire safety.
• Experience in managing budgets and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of capital investment and refurbishment programmes.
• Manage and develop the project management team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Own budgets and forecasts for multi-year projects.

Skills

Strong team leadership and people management skills

Construction background with knowledge of residential maintenance/refurbishment

Health & safety knowledge

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Proficient with MS Office

Education

Degree level (or equivalent experience)

CIH Level 3 and RICS/CIOB

Tools

Asset/housing management software

Job description

Permanent, Full time
Monday to Friday

bpha is a forward‑thinking housing association on a mission to build thriving communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. We’re proud of our team’s commitment to quality, safety and customer experience— Do you have social housing and planned works experience? We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead our Asset Investment (Planned Works) team.

About the role

You’ll lead the delivery of capital investment and refurbishment programmes across our housing stock, playing a critical role in our long‑term asset strategy to ensure homes remain safe, modern and fit for the future. You’ll be accountable for programmes being delivered safely, on time, within budget and in full regulatory and contractual compliance—while driving a customer‑focused service that exceeds satisfaction targets. You’ll foster strong contractor performance against defined KPIs, build effective stakeholder relationships, resolve issues promptly and use resident feedback and data insights to drive continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Project Manager – Asset Investment / Planned Works (Social Housing):

• Lead SHEQ culture: Embed robust health, safety, environmental and quality standards across all planned works; ensure compliance with CDM 2015, British Standards, HSAW 1974, MHSWR and Section 20 consultations. Coordinate spot checks/site visits and maintain audit‑ready evidence.
• Manage & develop the team: Set clear objectives, coach Project Managers/Officers, run regular 1:1s and appraisals, address performance issues, plan resourcing and succession, and maintain aligned policies/procedures.
• Deliver programmes: Define scopes, milestones and KPIs before works commence; supervise leaseholder and Party Wall consultations; keep documentation accurate and accessible; oversee asset management system updates and data integrity.
• Procure & administer contracts: Lead procurement in line with policy (Delta portal); chair contractor meetings; manage performance and KPIs; resolve issues professionally and promptly per contract condition.
• Own budgets & forecasting: Collaborate with Property Services, Compliance, Asset Data and Finance to plan multi‑year budgets; monitor spend and value for money; report forecasts and exceptions with corrective actions.
• Champion customer experience: Communicate upcoming programmes clearly, gather feedback on materials/quality/contractor performance, support Complaint Resolution and embed learning into future delivery.
• Uphold governance: Ensure GDPR, standing orders, financial regulations, policies and mandatory training compliance across the team.

What we’re looking for as a Senior Project Manager – Asset Investment / Planned Works (Social Housing):

• Strong team leadership and people management skills.
• Construction background with sound knowledge of residential maintenance/refurbishment and contract administration.
• Health & safety knowledge (e.g., asbestos, fire safety; CDM 2015).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem‑solving skills; equality & diversity commitment.
• Proficient with MS Office and familiar with asset/housing management software; confident report writing (programme progress, H&S, budget spend).

Qualifications:

• Degree level (or equivalent experience) essential.
• CIH Level 3 and RICS/CIOB desirable