Home based with regular travel across East Midlands
Permanent, 35 hours per week
Are you someone who likes getting things done?
We are looking for a Project Manager to join the New Homes Delivery team on a permanent basis.
With a strong development pipeline this is an exciting time to join Platform and play a key role in delivering a diverse range of projects. You'll will be part of a forward-thinking team with a progressively innovative approach to construction, supporting our commitment to decarbonisation and the future proofing of our development programme, including delivery of schemes using Modern methods of Construction.
What could you be doing as a Project Manager?
No two days are the same!
You’ll take ownership of a portfolio of development projects, operating in a fast-paced delivery environment where strong organisation, sound judgement and proactive problem solving are essential. You will monitor progress across your schemes, identify and resolve risks and issues and ensure projects are delivered on programme, within budget and to our quality first standards.
* Managing multiple development projects concurrently, maintaining oversight from prestart through to completion.
* Planning, coordinating and monitoring project delivery to ensure works are completed in line with contract documentation, statutory requirements and approved budgets.
* Proactively managing project risks, cost control and financial performance, taking early action to address potential impacts.
* Managing planning conditions and relevant section agreements, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely discharge and compliance and support of programme delivery.
* Working collaboratively with Platform's in-house Quality team and external stakeholders to address quality concerns, resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.
Some things we need from you:
* Hold a relevant construction related professional qualification (MCIOB, MRICS, ARB, APM and/or RTPI) or have the equivalent experience.
* Proven experience of project managing construction projects including residential new build and refurbishment on behalf of a Registered Provider acting as Client or Employers Agent
* A strong understanding of development procedures and good practice, with knowledge of current construction legislation and health and safety regulations.
* A proactive, solution-focused approach, with confidence to tackle challenges and resolve issues effectively.
* Familiar with Homes England grant funding and understand the information requirements.
* The ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate effectively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Knowledge of common development contract forms, including Development Agreements and JCT Design & Build, and an understanding of how these developments are administered and delivered.
* Demonstrates confidence in handling complex and sometimes challenging conversations.
This is a home-based role covering the south-eastern part of the Platform delivery patch, with responsibility for sites across Northamptonshire, Peterborough, Leicestershire, King's Lynn, Norfolk, and other areas as required. Occasional travel to office locations will also be required. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle, or an alternative means of travel, is essential.
This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm. We recognise that everyone's circumstances and needs are different, so we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements, such as compressed hours. If you are interested in this role and would like to explore working options, please indicate this in your application or discuss it with us during the interview process.
Some of our great benefits include:
* Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
* Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave
* Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
* Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
* Pension contribution scheme with employer contributions of up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities
* Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers
How to Apply:
Take the next step in your career with a dynamic, purpose-driven social housing group. We offer an inclusive, supportive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing and work–life balance.
Click Apply Now to submit your application and upload your CV. In your application, please tell us how your skills your skills and experience make you a great fit for this role.
For more details, please refer to the attached job description or contact recruitment@platformhg.com
Interviews:
Interviews are due to be held on 02nd and 03rd July at our Birmingham Business Park office (B37 7YD).
We welcome early applications, as the advert may close before the advertised closing date.
We do not require recruitment agency support at this time - all speculative CV's will be treated as a direct application.
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