Project Manager - Planned/Major Works in Stevenage

Join a well-established local government organisation delivering housing and property services to residents. The Project Manager will plan, manage, and deliver multiple housing and property projects across the council estate. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, compliant works through contractor procurement and management, controlling budgets, and maintaining strong stakeholder engagement. This is an opportunity to influence the capital programme and drive continual improvement in service delivery while ensuring tenant safety and regulatory compliance

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and deliver multiple housing and property projects from initiation to completion.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work, and tender documentation for contractors.
• Manage contractor procurement, on-site performance, quality assurance, and health and safety compliance.
• Monitor budgets, produce valuations and cost reports, and control project expenditure.
• Conduct site inspections, diagnose defects, and provide technical, cost-effective solutions.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, tenants, and external partners to coordinate works and minimise disruption.
• Produce regular project progress reports, maintain risk registers, and provide programme updates for senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with CDM, building regulations, and relevant housing legislation.
• Contribute to capital programme planning and drive continual improvement in processes and delivery.

Qualifications:

• Chartered or working towards chartered status with RICS, CIOB, or equivalent desirable.
• Relevant technical qualification in construction, building surveying, or project management.
• Valid CSCS card or evidence of competency for site-based oversight.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification or equivalent health and safety qualification.

Education Requirements:

• Degree or HND in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
• Alternatively, equivalent vocational qualifications with demonstrable experience will be considered.

Experience Requirements:

• Proven experience managing housing or property projects, including contracts and on-site delivery.
• Experience preparing specifications, schedules of works, and tender documentation.
• Proven track record of budget management, valuations, and cost control.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations, building regulations, and social housing standards.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement with tenants and internal teams.
• Experience working with contractors and managing contractor performance and quality.
• Competent in preparing progress reports and maintaining project risk registers.