Project Manager

Job DescriptionProject Manager Investment DeliveryLocation: Oldham (hybrid)Salary: 54,475 per Annum.Job Type: PermanentOther requirements: Must hold a current valid driving license and have a car available for work at all times.To support the Head of Asset Investment Delivery to deliver FCHOs investment programmes, procuring and effectively managing contractors and projects which provide value for money and a customer focused service.The Project Manager will be responsible for designated programmes within FCHOs investment programme which they will lead, ensuring delivery meets KPI and OPI targets and in line with CDM, Statutory, Legal and Regulatory requirements.You will continuously work towards FCHOs vision, demonstrating and role modelling its values and behaviours whilst promoting positive working practices and policies associated with Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Health & Safety, Wellbeing and Safeguarding.So what will you be doing?In this role your responsibilities will be:Manage the effective delivery of designated FCHO Investment Programmes with an annual value of approximately 8m to achieve all performance, contractual and reputational requirements.Ensure all designated Investment works deliver excellent customer experience and value for money within cost, time, and quality targets, accurately recording and report performance.Identify, manage, mitigate and report risks that may impact on the successful achievement of project timescales and objectives.Assist the Head of Asset Investment Delivery to define, scope and procure programmes which are identified by the Asset Investment Strategy team to ensure the organisations assets are sustainable in the long term.Lead the Communication of project briefs to the project teams, internal and external stakeholders.Ensure that at all times we meet the needs and aspirations of our customers, and our aim to create sustainable communities.Actively maintain allocated budgets, targets are maintained and up to date, monitoring and reporting on a weekly / monthly / annual basis as required.Lead partnerships with Neighbourhood and Home Ownership Teams, seeking their input where relevant to ensure this is used to influence the project delivery in a timely and appropriate manner.Ensure policy, legal and regulatory obligations are observed, particularly in relation to asbestos, other health & safety matters and leasehold properties, throughout the pre and post contract phases of each project.Proactively communicate with relevant colleagues and residents as appropriate during the planning, procurement and on-site stages of a project / programme of works. Also provide technical advice, support or guidance to other departments within FCHO to enable them to carry out their duties.Arrange and chair regular contract meetings with service delivery teams to monitor performance and monitor strategies for improvement where required.Carry out support and line management of the Project Officers including appraisals and application of all relevant policies.Maintain files to support service improvements and future regulatory inspections.Ensure that the companys Financial Regulations, Procurement Procedure and other relevant process and contractual obligations are correctly applied.Who are we looking for?Essential Requirements:Literate and NumerateDegree in Construction/Building related areaLevel 4 Housing- related qualification (or willingness to work towards)A good understanding of complex contractual issues as they relate to repairs & maintenance operationsLeading and managing a teamExtensive experience of delivering investment programmes within social housingInvolving service users and stakeholders in service planning and evaluation.Significant Building/Maintenance and surveying experienceExperience in financial budgeting/monitoringExperience of successful construction project managementExperience of working collaboratively with others to deliver high quality services to our customersDiagnosing maintenance problems and developing effective and efficient solutionsExperience of carrying out consultation with tenants/customers regarding planned works or significant building projectsExperience of managing a multi-disciplinary team in construction or regeneration environmentDesirable:Membership of RICS/CIOB or other professional institutes allied to the construction industryA qualification in construction related health & safety courseTo hold a qualification in a compliance related area of constructionA construction skills certificate scheme (CSCS) card holderGood knowledge of Building related legislation such as Building Regulations, Planning regulations, Party Wall regulations and Fire Reform actKnowledge of energy assessmentsHealth & safety regulations relating to the construction industry (e.g. CDM Regulations, Gas safety Regulations, etc.)Project managing JCT/NEC contractsWorking in the area of planned repairs or investment within the social housing sectorCarrying out Health & Safety risk assessmentsWriting specifications and preparing full tender documents for building repairs, including providing budget costsUsing computer aided design systems and software e.g. autocadWhat's in it for you?When you become a part of the FCHO team, you receive a range of fantastic benefits, including:A 37-hour working week with hybrid working optionsHoliday entitlement is 30 days plus one shut down day and eight bank holidays.Defined contribution pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 10%. We also offer a pension salary exchange scheme for eligible colleagues, helping colleagues to take home more of the money they earnDeath in service benefitAutomatic enrolment into a healthcare cash planAutomatic enrolment into a private health insurance planAccess to an Employment Assistance ProgrammeAccess to Doctorline, a 24/7 worldwide GP helpline for you, your partner and your childrenAccess to our colleague benefit platform which offers discounts on hundreds of high street brands as well as providing education, support and tools to help you to live a healthier and happier lifeDiscounted gym membershipProfessional subscriptions are paid for by the business where they are an essential requirement of your role.Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick payAccess to an on-site wellbeing roomAccess to an on-site cafLong service awardsInterviews and assessments to take place as soon as possible and we reserve the right to close the application process early if we receive a large amount of applicants.We are committed to building an organisation that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills & are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. As an equal opportunities employer, FCHO is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.We care that you have a great experience with us at FCHO and if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to make your experience smoother, please let us know & well do all we can.

Created: 2025-06-27