Senior Capital Projects Manager

At Berneslai Homes, we strive to be an ambitious, forward-thinking social housing provider and employer. Working for us offers you a chance to play a real part in improving homes and communities throughout Barnsley. Managing around 18,000 homes on behalf of Barnsley Council, our ‘3 Cs’ values are at the heart of all we do here – we promise to always put the Customer first, have a Can do attitude to make change happen, and stay Curious to make sure we get things right.

We’re proud to announce that we are the first local authority to achieve the highest C1 grading from the Regulator of Social Housing following our recent inspection. This outcome means that we meet consumer standards as a landlord, identify when issues occur, and implement plans to prevent recurrence – demonstrating our commitment to providing high-quality homes and prioritising tenant safety, needs, and well-being.

The Senior Capital Projects Manager role involves managing all operational aspects of Capital Work, including Barnsley Homes Standard, Programmed Replacements, Major Adaptations, and extensive structural and building safety compliance work under our contract obligations. You will develop and implement service improvements, incorporating legislative changes into the service area, and lead all staff in the service area, ensuring the operational team is effective.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for the operational delivery within the service area, ensuring Health and Safety legislation and good practice are adhered to.
• Lead on the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the business.
• Maintain and build effective working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and applicable sub-contractors, exploring best practices that result in positive change and efficiencies.
• Responsible for authorising aspects of building safety within the service area, ensuring operatives are adequately trained and competent to deliver works.
• Ensure the service area delivers a customer-focused service and a high-quality, efficient service where customer safety is at the forefront.
• Actively engage in the delivery of all business and service improvement plans contributing to the social value of our contract obligations.

What we’re looking for:

• Level 6 management qualification and management experience or willingness to undertake this qualification within 12 months of commencement in the role.
• Health & Safety qualification, SMSTS or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake a qualification in relation to the compliant management of fire door installation and fire stopping work.
• An inspirational leader that leads by example to create a positive working environment.
• Demonstrate a proven track record of delivering targets and goals.

Employee benefits include:

• Agile Working Packages
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Health & Wellbeing Checks
• Fantastic Training and Development Opportunities

Shortlisting is due to take place week commencing 26 May and interview dates are due to take place week commencing 9 June. Please note these dates are subject to change.

Further Information: We conduct spot checks for AI use in applications to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process. If AI use is suspected, we may contact you to discuss it, which may result in your application being withdrawn. This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check. CVs will not be accepted. Berneslai Homes values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.