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Location: Lincolnshire Based (Agile Working)
Salary: £47,422
Do you have a real passion for delivering a successful and excellent service within a contracting environment?
Do you have experience in leading, motivating, and supporting a team of surveyors to manage a programme of works?
If the answer is yes, then we have a great opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Asset Team.
You'll be responsible for the day-to-day operational delivery and contract administration of all associated planned & cyclical maintenance projects/contracts, in a client capacity.
As a Project Manager, you will monitor, manage, and report on all performance in line with key performance indicators and targets, reporting on commercial activity related to relevant budgets, and ensuring asset systems are properly managed and maintained to ensure stock data is up-to-date and relevant. You'll be a strong leader with experience in management and delegation, to lead a small team of project surveyors.
What is Lincolnshire Housing Partnership like to work for?
We're a local housing association with our roots firmly fixed in our Grimsby and Boston communities. Many of our colleagues were born in the same areas that we serve. This gives our teams an additional sense of purpose to improve the lives of our customers.
There is a strong sense of togetherness across the organisation; our culture encourages accountability, cross-departmental collaboration, and we welcome the opportunity to improve through feedback.
We are deeply committed to our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, with a clear vision to achieve Net Zero by 2050. In 2027, we set an ambitious target to have 88% of our homes rated EPC C or better. Remarkably, by 2025, we have already surpassed this goal, reaching 89%. This achievement highlights the dedication and focus of everyone at LHP in enhancing the quality of our homes.
What benefits will I get from working for Lincolnshire Housing Partnership?
* An employee wellbeing package worth up to £1200 annually through our benefits partner Westfield Health
* Great family leave and maternity policies enhancing colleague well-being and retention
* A Cycle-to-Work Initiative promoting personal wellbeing and environmental awareness
* Discounted shopping vouchers through Westfield Health
* Opportunities to learn new skills and knowledge through our fantastic corporate training programme
* A superb employer salary sacrifices pension scheme with up to 12% paid by LHP
* 24 holiday days a year (plus bank holidays) which will increase by 1 day per year for the first five years of service
* The ability to earn additional holiday days through full attendance
* Mental Health First Aiders across the business
What skills, attributes, and experience will I need as a Project Manager?
1. Higher National Certificate/BTEC National Certificate in Construction
2. Minimum of 2 years demonstrable working experience managing the delivery of planned/cyclical investment programmes, including planning, delivery, and evaluation
3. Experience of leading and motivating
4. Good working knowledge of the built environment
5. Excellent working knowledge of Section 20 Consultation and Party Wall Act
6. A proven background in the management of external contractors, ranging from mobilisation to delivery, performance management of KPIs, and effective financial management and performance monitoring and reporting
7. Experience of chairing/leading on progress/performance and review meetings with external contractors
8. Ability to collate, analyse, develop, write, and present performance reports on all areas of responsibility on a regular basis
9. Knowledge and application of health and safety and compliance standards in project delivery
10. Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and deliverables
11. Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
12. A proven background and experience of working within a social housing maintenance background is desirable
What will I be asked to do as a Project Manager?
* Have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the planned maintenance, cyclical works, and special projects for LHP
* Lead, motivate, and manage a small team of project surveyors
* Responsible for the effective contract management and administration of all Planned Investment & cyclical investment works and Special Project contracts
* Liaise and work with other project managers to ensure seamless and joined-up delivery of services within the Asset Management function
* Carrying out various property surveys and inspections including but not limited to Pre and Post inspections, Pre-works validation surveys, Defect Liability inspections, and Asbestos Re-inspections
* Prepare procurement/contract documentation such as ITT, specifications, and schedules of work and undertake procurement exercises through e-tendering portals in line with LHP procedures
* Plan for and undertake Section 20 consultation as appropriate
* Working and demonstrable knowledge and application of company's obligations in relation to Health & Safety legislation
* Contributing to reviews of the service in line with service planning objectives for area of responsibility
* Ensuring that customer satisfaction is obtained, and that any dissatisfaction is followed up
* Foster a culture of empowerment and accountability, ensuring team members feel ownership of their work while receiving the guidance, support, and wellbeing care they need to thrive
* Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for team members
How to apply?
If you have the skills we're after, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit a recent CV and a cover letter (no more than 500 words) detailing why you would be a great candidate for the role.
Interviews will be conducted in our Grimsby office on Monday 31st March.
All Offers of Employment are subject to a DBS Check and Satisfactory References.
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