Planned Works Project Manager in Worthing

Salary: Up to £45,000

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Worthing, West Sussex / hybrid working

Contract type: Permanent

Worthing Homes is a forward‑looking housing association dedicated to providing affordable, high‑quality homes and services to our local communities. We’re a small but dynamic organisation, managing 4,000 homes that serve over 10,000 residents across our range of properties from social housing to sheltered accommodation to shared ownership properties.

About The Role

As a Planned Works Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of a range of planned maintenance and major repairs projects, working closely with customers, leaseholders and contractors. You’ll ensure every project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. You’ll manage consultants, contractors and stakeholders, taking the lead on procurement and contract administration, including preparing consultant briefs, managing tender processes and ensuring full compliance with relevant regulations. You will also drive customer engagement throughout the entire project lifecycle, ensuring clear communication and a positive experience for everyone involved.

About You

It is essential that you hold a recognised qualification in project management and have demonstrable experience working for a social landlord in the delivery of planned maintenance projects. We’re looking for someone with strong project management skills and hands‑on experience delivering planned maintenance within the housing industry or construction sector. You will pair this with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to achieving high‑quality outcomes. Confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, you’ll thrive in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities with ease. You’ll understand building construction and technical standards, demonstrate strong contract management skills—including budget reporting and financial oversight—and be comfortable using housing and repairs management information systems.

Why work for us?

At Worthing Homes we strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment ensuring colleagues feel valued and respected. We foster a collaborative culture in which teamwork is highly valued, and we employ brilliant people to work with our customers to help support them to live their best lives.

• Healthcare cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme – company matches up to 6%
• A generous annual leave package of 29 days per year plus bank holidays
• Retail and gym discounts
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Funded training and qualifications
• Paid Professional Subscription

We are committed to investing in our colleague’s development by offering a variety of opportunities for training, learning, and skills development, enabling everyone to reach their full potential and contribute to the success of Worthing Homes.

Closing date

30th January 2026. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified, therefore we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.

Interviews

1st Interviews will be held on 12th February 2026 at Davison House, Worthing.

DBS Checks

This role is subject to a basic DBS check to support the safety of our vulnerable customers. Any unspent cautions or convictions disclosed will be reviewed carefully and fairly, with consideration given to their relevance, the time elapsed, and evidence of positive change.

We are a fair and inclusive organisation, and we value each individual’s unique contribution, irrespective of race, ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or social background.