Social Value Manager (Construction Sector)
Are you passionate about creating real change within local communities? Do you thrive on building relationships, driving social impact, and ensuring construction projects leave a meaningful legacy? If so, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Social Value Manager to lead, deliver, and innovate our social value strategy across a diverse range of construction projects. You will work closely with clients, local authorities, community groups, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure we exceed social value targets and deliver measurable long‑term benefits.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement social value plans aligned with project, client, and community needs
* Coordinate employment, skills, training, and apprenticeship initiatives
* Build strong relationships with schools, colleges, charities, and community organisations
* Track, measure, and report social value outcomes using recognised frameworks (e.g. TOMs, Social Value Portal)
* Lead community engagement activities, events, and volunteering programmes
* Support supply chain engagement and promote local procurement
* Prepare reports, case studies, and evidence for tenders, bids, and client presentations
* Ensure social value delivery is embedded into project lifecycle from pre‑construction to handover
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in construction, social value, community engagement, employability, or CSR
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
* Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
* Knowledge of social value measurement tools (TOMs, LM3, Social Value Portal, etc.)
* Passionate, organised, proactive, and confident in delivering presentations
* A genuine commitment to improving opportunities and outcomes for local communities
What We Offer
* A positive, forward‑thinking company committed to sustainability and social impact
* Opportunity to shape and grow our social value strategy
* Professional development and career progression
* Competitive salary, benefits package, and flexible working options