About Us:
We are recruiting for a leading provider of property maintenance and management services, specialising in public-private partnership projects, including PFI (Private Finance Initiative) contracts. With a strong presence in the North East, this client deliver high-quality repairs, maintenance, and voids management services, ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of housing and facilities under PFI agreements. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team and oversee ongoing PFI contracts in the region.
Role Overview:
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As a Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of repairs, maintenance, and voids services across multiple PFI schemes. You will lead a team, manage subcontractors, and ensure that all works are carried out efficiently, within budget, and to the highest standards. Your role will involve managing relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, clients, and residents, while ensuring that all contractual obligations are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of repairs, maintenance, and voids projects across multiple PFI schemes
- Lead and supervise a team of supervisors, operatives, and subcontractors to ensure work is completed on time and to high standards
- Ensure compliance with PFI contract requirements, KPIs, and service level agreements (SLAs)
- Manage budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services
- Oversee health and safety compliance, ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with industry regulations and company policies
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders
- Monitor project progress, identify and resolve any issues, and report on performance to senior management
- Ensure effective communication between site teams, clients, and residents
- Deliver continuous improvement initiatives, looking for ways to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency
- Prepare and submit regular reports, including financial performance, project updates, and compliance records
Qualifications & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Project Manager in repairs, maintenance, and voids management
- Specific experience managing PFI contracts within the social housing or public sector (essential)
- Strong understanding of PFI contracts, KPIs, and performance monitoring processes
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting and cost control
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance
- Full UK Driving License (essential)
What's On Offer:
- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including company car or car allowance, pension scheme, and more
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a leading contractor
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- The opportunity to work on high-profile PFI projects with a leading team in the sector
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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