Project Manager – Planned Investment

Project Manager (Retrofit Delivery) – London, Social Housing Provider

£27 PAYE / £35 Umbrella (Inside IR35)
37.5 hours per week
6-month contract 

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join a leading Housing Association’s Planned Investment team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of Wave 2.1 and Wave 3 Retrofit works, focused solely on the works phase of delivery (not pre-works, assessment or design). This is a multi-million pound programme (£5-7m p.a.) delivering upgrades to social rented properties.

Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of retrofit and planned investment programmes, ensuring works are completed to agreed timescales, cost, and quality standards.
Act as the primary link between the Housing Association and the contractor delivery team.
Manage contractors and consultants, chairing progress meetings, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and funding requirements.
Oversee project budgets, working closely with cost consultants to ensure value for money and timely payments.
Take responsibility for risk management, handover, and end-of-defects sign-off.
Support wider retrofit strategy by feeding back on delivery challenges and providing commercial insights.
Maintain accurate programme and performance data for reporting purposes.Requirements
Strong background in construction project management, ideally with experience in retrofit, planned works, or major reinvestment programmes.
Knowledge of JCT Design & Build or Measured Term contracts.
Experience managing contractors, consultants, and multi-disciplinary delivery teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with residents.
IT proficiency – MS Project, Excel, and other project management tools.
Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements (Building Safety Act, H&S compliance).
A good awareness of sustainability, funding sources, and net zero principles in housing.
Relevant professional qualification (e.g. APM, CIOB, RICS) or retrofit accreditation desirable.Additional Information
Hybrid working: 3 days office-based, 2 days on site or working from home
For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)