Project Manager – Client-side new build housing development

Job Description

Job Category: Interims
Location: Newham Dockside, London Borough of Newham
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Start Date: Immediate Start
Start Time: 08:00
End Time: 16:00
Salary: £250.00

6 month project role
Project management of the post contract delivery of the Council’s house building programme; to deliver additional supply of council housing in the borough through regeneration, redevelopment and construction of new-build projects in the Affordable Homes for Newham Programme.
To realise the Council’s development aspirations through the successful delivery of a range of development contracts. Act as the lead representative and key project manager of each contract ensuring a quality product is provided for the Council’s residents. Ensure the Council’s requirements are met and the interests of the Council are protected with regard to, but not limited to; contractual compliance, programme management, legal requirements, building control, charging, audit, health and safety, and quality.

QUALIFICATIONS:
An appropriate degree level qualification.
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors membership or equivalent recognised institutional body is desirable but not essential.

EXPERICENCE / KNOWLEDGE:
1. Significant knowledge and understanding of the residential construction process and managing residential construction projects which include affordable housing.
2. An experienced project manager with a demonstrable track record of successfully delivering the construction of a variety of complex development and regeneration schemes within a similar organisation with comparable scope of responsibilities, budget and resources.
3. Experience of commissioning, instructing and client managing a range of professional consultancy services.
4. A high degree of commercial awareness and an ability to critique financial appraisals, manage costs, maintain and improve quality, deliver construction to set timescales, manage risk and anticipate problems and opportunities.
5. Detailed knowledge and understanding of traditional and modern methods of construction including promoting and encouraging innovation and a culture of continuous improvement.
6. Experience of working with the GLA’s project systems and knowledge of the GLA / HCA bid submission process and information requirements and thorough knowledge of the GLA and Homes England working practices.
7. Detailed knowledge and understanding of the planning process and relevant national, regional and local planning and regeneration policy and legislation. In depth knowledge and understanding of current legislation, issues and policies at local and national level in relation to housing supply.
8. Extensive experience of working with developers/contractors and employers agents.
9. Able to demonstrate strong experience and knowledge of construction delivery of additional affordable housing supply.
10. Proven experience of implementing legal agreements for affordable housing supply, including knowledge of S106 agreements and unilateral undertakings.
11. Experience of dealing with resident and public complaints and consultation and engagement.
12. Experience of working in a multi discipline and cross-organisational groups.
13. Proven track record of effective construction delivery within Construction in Local Authority, residential, public sector or a large complex organisation.
14. Thorough understanding of construction forms and techniques including construction costs, and ability to knowledgeably advise the client.
15. Ability to represent the council during bid interviews and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
16. Experience and understanding of building regulations and legislation in relation to housing market.
17. Excellent relationship management skills, including developing new and maintaining existing relationships.

SKILLS AND ABILTIES:
1. Ability to interpret and appraise and oversee the development of planning drawings up to working construction drawings
2. Strong IT skills including the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to use specialist or project management software (such as Spreadsheets or SDS Sequel) to project manage schemes on site.
3. Strong project management skills with proven success in managing multiple large scale construction projects simultaneously.
Strong organisational skills that ensure original plans are delivered and implemented resulting in desired outcomes.
Excellent communication skills, able to interpret and write financial reports and deliver these to Senior Management.
• Strong ability to interpret complex financial data, simplifying information to stakeholders.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, whilst dealing with conflicting priorities.
• Ability to maintain grip of project objectives in line with corporate and service plan.
• Strong ability to work collegiately within various teams.
• Ability to build lasting, strong relationships and credibility quickly.
• Proven stakeholder management.
• Experience of successfully operating in an environment where priorities are constantly developed, changed and conflicting.
• Truly flexible approach to working whilst adhering to Council policy and Newham’s Values.