Project Manager - #192738

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of planned maintenance and retrofit programmes across social housing stock in the Walsall area.

This is a diverse role overseeing a mix of works, including kitchen & bathroom refurbishments, roofing, solar PV installations, and Homes for Modern Living upgrades, alongside PAS 2035-compliant retrofit and decarbonisation programmes.

Working closely with housing association clients, you will be responsible for ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining an excellent customer and resident experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of planned maintenance and retrofit projects
• Oversee programmes including:
• Kitchen & bathroom refurbishments
• Roofing works
• Solar PV installations
• Homes for Modern Living upgrades
• PAS 2035-compliant retrofit programmes
• Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners
• Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, compliance, and quality standards
• Monitor programme delivery, budgets, and performance against KPIs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with housing association clients
• Support pre-construction planning, programming and mobilisation
• Ensure effective resident engagement and customer satisfaction
• Manage risk, resolve issues proactively and drive continuous improvement

About You

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within social housing
• Strong background in planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes
• Experience delivering multi-workstream projects (internal + external works)
• Ideally experienced in retrofit / decarbonisation programmes and PAS 2035 frameworks
• Exposure to renewables (e.g. solar PV) and energy efficiency works desirable
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple sites and teams
• Highly organised with excellent commercial and programme management skills
• Confident communicator, able to manage both clients and residents effectively
  
  

Essential Requirements

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• First Aid
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong understanding of H&S legislation and compliance (RAMS, CDM, etc.)
• Experience working with housing association clients
  
  

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-impact retrofit and planned works programmes
• Work on projects that directly improve homes and communities
• Competitive salary + package
• Long-term pipeline of secured work
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with clear progression
  
  

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

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