Client-Side Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent 4x
Location: City of London
Salary: -53,200 - -72,000 per annum depending on experience

We are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in central London for 4x client-side Project Managers to support the delivery of housing development and major works projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused professional to join a collaborative team delivering improvements across social housing, regeneration, refurbishment and community-focused schemes.

This Project Manager position would suit someone with strong client-side project experience, excellent stakeholder management skills and a genuine commitment to improving homes and neighbourhoods. The successful Project Manager will play a key role in governance, contract management and the successful delivery of projects from planning through to completion.

Day to day of the role

• Support the delivery of housing development, estate improvement and major works projects.
• Provide client-side project management across a varied programme of social housing and community schemes.
• Assist with governance processes, reporting and project controls to ensure effective decision-making.
• Manage and monitor contracts, consultants and contractors to support successful project outcomes.
• Work closely with internal teams, residents, leaseholders and external stakeholders.
• Track project progress, risks, budgets and key milestones, escalating issues where required.
• Help ensure projects are delivered to agreed quality, compliance and performance standards.
• Contribute to a customer-focused approach that keeps residents and service users at the centre of delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous project management experience, ideally within housing, construction, regeneration or major works.
• Knowledge of supporting the delivery of new build development projects and property improvement programmes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience of client-side governance, contract management and contractor liaison.
• A customer-focused approach with strong drive, initiative and enthusiasm.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy and fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of social housing or public sector environments would be advantageous.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete a standard DBS check.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Membership of an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loans.
• Bicycle loan scheme.
• Discounts on health and wellbeing services.
• Discounts across arts and culture.
• Supportive working environment with a strong community focus.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve homes and neighbourhoods.

How to apply

To apply for this Client-side Project Manager opportunity, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and suitability for the role.