Major Works Project Manager

3 months contract with local authority

The Council is committed to achieving a 100% decency target by March 2026 and has secured a £5M Warmer Homes Grant to support this goal. We are seeking an experienced Project or Programme Manager to oversee Capital Investment works, particularly for our High-Rise Residential Blocks. This role is crucial for coordinating various teams and ensuring all necessary works are identified and integrated into a single Gateway 2 application to the Building Safety Regulator. The position requires strong communication and project management skills to effectively manage external professional services and ensure timely and efficient project progression.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee Capital Investment works for High-Rise Residential Blocks.
  
• Coordinate with the FRA Remediation, Warmer Homes, and Mechanical and Electrical services teams.
  
• Collate all required works into a single Gateway 2 application.
  
• Manage and oversee external professional services firms for timely project delivery.
  
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and obtain relevant statutory consents.
  
• Work closely with structural engineers on projects involving concrete repairs and specialist structural engineering.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in project or programme management.
  
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
  
• Ability to manage external professional services effectively.
  
• Understanding of the specialist contractor market.
  
• Experience with structural engineering projects and statutory compliance.