5-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

The role involves project management of a significant portion of the Housing Capital Programme, valued at approximately £10 million annually. The position requires overseeing the internal team, contracts, technical consultants, and contractors to ensure value for money, qualitative outcomes, and adherence to spending targets.

Responsibilities

Manage contracts to ensure value for money, timely execution, and high standards.
Forecast spending and work profiles to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Collaborate with the programme manager to lead, motivate, and manage a team, including surveyors, quantity surveyors, Clerks of Work, and Contract Administrators.
Ensure contract governance arrangements are followed, with effective monitoring and management of contractors.
Provide contractors with necessary property and asset information, including condition, FRA, repair data, and asbestos survey information.
Maintain effective budgetary control, addressing any budget issues immediately with the Head of Property Services, Capital Programme Manager, and Strategic Client Manager.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge and at least 5 years of experience in project management of large capital programmes or similar areas, with a proven track record of successful delivery.
Comprehensive understanding of asset management and investment appraisal with long-term planning.
Relevant professional qualification or degree.

Additional Information

Senior Project Manager