Major Works Project Manager

Major Works Project Manager
£400 per day
Inside IR35
3 months
London
Hybrid – 2 days on-site
 
Reporting to the Major Works Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for leading a high-profile capital investment programme within a local authority’s Housing service.

This is a strategic role overseeing a £30M annual programme, including works to High-Rise Residential Blocks (HRBs), fire safety remediation, and energy efficiency upgrades.

About the Major works Project Manager role:

• Lead the delivery of a borough-wide Housing Capital Programme aligned with the Council’s ambition to achieve 100% decency by March 2026.
• Coordinate multiple workstreams including Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) remediation, Warmer Homes Grant-funded projects (£5M secured), and M&E upgrades.
• Oversee the preparation of a consolidated Gateway 2 application to the Building Safety Regulator for HRBs, ensuring all required works are identified and aligned.
• Provide oversight on specialist structural works, including concrete repairs, working closely with engineers and contractors to ensure quality and statutory compliance.
• Deliver capital works that support improved housing standards, environmental outcomes, and socio-economic development.

 
Your previous experience as a Major works Project Manager:

• Proven track record in managing large-scale housing capital programmes.
• Strong stakeholder coordination across internal teams and external consultants.
• Experience with regulatory submissions (e.g., Gateway 2) and compliance frameworks.
• Understanding of specialist contractor markets and structural engineering works.
• Relevant qualification (e.g., Degree, HNC/HND in Building or equivalent)

 
If you’re interested in discussing this Project Manager opportunity in more detail, please contact Nikki on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please get in touch if you know someone suitable.)

Our clients are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be supported throughout the application and interview process.
 

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