Team Leader, Small Projects & Housing Capital

Canterbury City Council; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional registration fee covered

Training and development opportunities

23–28 days annual leave + Christmas

Pension scheme

Retail discounts

Free use of Park and Ride

Job summary

Canterbury City Council in Canterbury, Kent is recruiting a Team Leader (Small Projects) to drive delivery of housing capital programmes, void properties and key investment projects across the Council's estate. The role combines office, home and site-based work with flexible arrangements.

You will lead the Small Projects team, ensure projects are on time, on budget and compliant, manage the voids programme and oversee kitchens, bathrooms, windows and doors.

Qualifications

• Member of a relevant professional body (CIBSE, RICS, CIOB, CABE or CIH).
• Degree covering Construction or housing (Building Surveying or Building Service Engineering).
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification or equivalent.
• A Level 4 housing qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Small Projects team to deliver projects on time, on budget and to quality standards.
• Manage the Council's voids programme and improve turnaround times.
• Oversee delivery of housing capital investments (kitchens, bathrooms, windows, doors).
• Deliver compliance programmes including fire safety and asbestos works.
• Work with Contracts Officers on procurement and contract management.
• Shape long-term asset investment strategies and ensure value for money.
• Collaborate with other Team Leaders for resilience and cross-team coordination.

Skills

Professional body membership

Education

Degree in Construction / Housing

Level 4 housing qualification

Job description

Canterbury City Council in Canterbury, Kent is recruiting a Team Leader (Small Projects) to drive delivery of housing capital programmes, void properties and key investment projects across the Council's estate. The role combines office, home and site-based work with flexible arrangements.

You will lead the Small Projects team, ensure projects are on time, on budget and compliant, manage the voids programme and oversee kitchens, bathrooms, windows and doors.