Warden Construction is looking for an enthusiastic Social Value Lead to join our team and play a vital role in embedding social value into everything we do.
We’re looking for somebody who is passionate about creating positive social, environmental, economic and sustainability impact. The suitable candidate will work confidently and collaboratively with our clients and stakeholders to implement social value strategies, ensuring positive outcomes for all projects. Working with the support of others across the business, this role is dedicated to delivering a sustainable future for the communities in which we work.
Who we are
At Warden we believe in Building Something Greater. We’re not here just to build, but to deliver outstanding construction projects that help to improve lives and communities.
We operate across the North West with a strong presence in the public sector, delivering new build and refurbishment projects in education, blue light, further education, public and leisure buildings, healthcare and maintenance supported by private sector commercial, specialist residential and industrial schemes.
We’re looking for people who personify our values of quality, continuous improvement, growing people and delivering social value.
In return, we offer a great working environment where our people are rewarded fairly, looked after properly, and supported to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Your responsibilities
1. Building strong relationships whilst working client facing, in collaborative public framework environments.
2. Working with the business development team to create social value strategies for the business.
3. Engaging with project stakeholders and suppliers to plan and create positive outcomes.
4. Delivering social value projects in the communities in which we operate.
5. Monitor and record all local investment and social value delivery data, both externally (online portals) and internally (to senior management) team.
6. Manage and maintain relationships with clients and frameworks.
7. Lead all business wide CSR activities, events and initiatives.
8. Assist with the recruitment and placement of apprenticeships.
9. Work with the business development team during preconstruction bid stage.
10. Assist with creating content for social media, website and newsletters.
11. Developing and managing communications with the site teams to achieve social value targets.
12. Keep up to date with industry news and trends.
Ideal Candidate
1. Excels in working as part of a team and under own supervision.
2. Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
3. Self-motivated with the ability to work to deadlines.
4. Preferred, previous experience within a similar role, not essential.
5. Driven and enthusiastic with a desire to succeed and a passion for continuous improvement.
Warden offers a wide range of rewards and benefits, including:
1. 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
2. Additional staff holiday incentives.
3. Cycle to work scheme.
4. Death in service cover.
5. Pension.
6. Employee Assistance Programme.
7. Mental health support.
8. Training and Development Programmes.
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, Warden has a work environment where everyone feels welcome, where we can all be ourselves and where differences are valued. Warden provides the development tools and responsibilities that allow individuals to flourish and fulfil their professional goals and career progression.
Apply now
To apply for this role, submit your CV using the contact form below. This role will be subject to pre-employment screening, including references. The level of screening may vary depending on role responsibilities and will be discussed at interview stage.
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