Social Value Manager
AmcoGiffen is searching for a strategic Social Value Manager to lead the development and implementation of our social value strategy. This senior role sits within our Strategy & Development Support function and is key to embedding meaningful social impact across our projects.
Location: Barnsley
Role Summary
The Social Value Manager will conduct local needs analyses, shape action plans, and collaborate across teams to ensure our commitments are realised and reported. This is a chance to influence how infrastructure projects deliver lasting value to communities—while aligning with PPN002 and our clients’ social value priorities.
What You’ll Do
* Develop and deliver a comprehensive social value strategy and action plan aligned with PPN 002 and client expectations
* Collaborate with bid teams to define and evidence project‑specific social value commitments
* Support work‑winning through bid writing, case studies, and impact reporting
* Monitor, report, and continuously improve social value delivery using tools such as RSVT, Loop, or Hive, as prescribed by clients
* Launch and manage our Social Value Hub to centralise reporting, communications, and best practice sharing
* Coordinate regional teams and forums to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment across the business
* Engage with our supply chain partners to amplify social value outcomes
* Ensure our Business Management System (BMS) policies and procedures remain relevant and up to date
* Work cross‑functionally to organise and support events that showcase and deliver social value
* Partner with Communications to raise awareness and celebrate our social impact
* Represent AmcoGiffen at external forums, events, and stakeholder meetings
* Stay informed on best practices and bring fresh thinking into our approach
What You’ll Bring
* Deep understanding of social value frameworks, tools, and measurement techniques
* Proven experience applying social value principles across varied project scales
* Familiarity with PPN002 and client‑aligned social value strategies
* Experience using reporting platforms such as RSVT, Loop, or Hive
* Ability to conduct local needs analyses and translate insights into action
* Strong track record of building partnerships with community organisations and supply chain partners
* Skilled in data interpretation and producing board‑level reports
* Excellent communication and presentation skills across all levels
* Commercial awareness and experience in a work‑winning environment
* Strategic mindset with policy development experience
* Confident facilitator and public speaker
* Ability to work independently and build trusted relationships
What We Offer
* Competitive annual salary negotiable dependant on experience
* Company Car or Car Allowance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Company contributory Pension scheme
* Life Insurance
* Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards
* Consistent learning opportunities
* Internal development programmes dedicated to supporting the development of our colleagues and future business leaders including Purposeful Leadership, Women in Leadership and much more.
* A safe place to work
* Employee forum’s that provide a platform for having your voice heard
The Company
AmcoGiffen is a nationally established civil engineering contractor operating in rail, civils and engineering markets. We are renowned for specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewal and maintenance business with ongoing frameworks across the country. Our clients include Local Authorities, Network Rail, energy companies and environmental organisations.
Diversity & Inclusion
AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro‑actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.
Health & Wellbeing
* Large number of colleagues are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate.
* All employees are enrolled onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.
Apply Now
For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team: tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk
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