Operations

Site Manager

👷‍♂️ Site Manager – Planned WorksLocation: DartfordDivision: Planned WorksCompany: WPSWates is looking for a Site Manager to join our Planned Works team in Dartford. You’ll help deliver high-quality social housing projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest standards.Key Responsibilities Plan and manage works and schedules Oversee operatives, subcontractors, and suppliers Ensure quality control and health & safety compliance Attend inspections and produce progress reports What We’re Looking For SMSTS certification (essential) Full UK Driving Licence Experience in social housing and planned maintenance Strong leadership and communication skillsWhy Join Wates?Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and community impact.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard 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. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Project Manager

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of planned works for one of our social housing partners, covering approximately 800–900 units. This includes: Circa 250 flat, pitched, and roofline properties Windows & Doors (W&D) – similar volumes Kitchens & Bathrooms (K&B) – similar volumesThe majority of projects will be in NN3 and NN5 postcodes.Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage the delivery of planned works across multiple property types. Directly manage a team of 3 Site Managers (SMs), 3 Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs), and an Administrator. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Identify and resolve blockages, driving progress and maintaining momentum. Produce accurate reports and statistics for stakeholders. Maintain excellent communication with internal teams and external partners.Skills & Experience Required Advanced Excel skills – essential for reporting and data analysis. Proficiency in Asta Powerproject – for project planning and scheduling. Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and present clear reports. Proven experience in managing teams and delivering large-scale projects.What We’re Looking ForA driven, proactive individual who thrives on problem-solving and can keep complex projects moving forward. You’ll be confident in managing people, processes, and data, ensuring smooth delivery across all planned works.Planned works from a social housing background would be highly advantageousGiven 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. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Project Manager

📢 We’re Hiring: Project Manager – Wates Property Services (WPS)📍 Location: Lewisham🏢 Fully Site-Based ¦ Social Housing ¦ Cladding & Remedial Works🏗 About Wates & WPSAt Wates, we create places, communities, and businesses of tomorrow. Wates Property Services focuses on housing and non-residential maintenance, fit-out, refurbishment, and facilities management across the UK.This role is about delivering a major cladding and remedial works project – replacing old timber cladding with aluminium on an occupied property. It’s a logistically challenging site on a red route, so we need someone highly organised and experienced.📌 Project Details🏢 Occupied property – requires strong organisational skills🔄 Switching timber cladding to aluminium🚧 Red route location – logistical challenges🏢 3-storey building🔑 What You’ll Do✔ Lead the cladding replacement project from start to finish✔ Work alongside a Site Manager & Quantity Surveyor✔ Develop detailed programmes & schedules for accurate progress tracking✔ Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards✔ Oversee smooth project handover and client support✔ Work within Wates safeguarding and professional standards✅ What We’re Looking For🔹 Highly experienced with cladding works/cladding remediation🔹 Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager ideally within Planned Maintenance🔹 Strong understanding of budgets (P&L)🔹 Excellent communication & problem-solving skills🔹 Ability to multi-task & meet deadlines🔹 Driving License required🔹 Background in social housing preferredTechnical Requirements:📜 SMSTS 📜 NVQ L6 – Preferred📜 H&S Training, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness💡 Why Join Us?Be part of a team that inspires better ways of working and makes a real impact in communities across the UK.👉 Apply Now and help us deliver excellence in property services!Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard 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. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Project Manager

Wates are looking for a Project Manager to join our construction team.If you are Project Manager with proven technical skills looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together.This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.ABOUT THE ROLEOur Project Managers are a valuable part of our business, the focus of this role will be to provide visible leadership, insight, direction and foresight in the safe and profitable delivery of schemes, while also providing excellent customer satisfaction and successfully develop a team.As our Project Manager you will:· Develop, control, and ensure delivery against the project budgets including profit, preliminaries and procurements. Implement detailed programmes and schedules which allow accurate monitoring and reporting of progress· Secure and manage the appropriate resources to deliver the project / scheme effectively and efficiently in a professional manner to ensure successful delivery within project constraints.· Implement and manage the development of the Project Quality Plan, Trade Quality Plans, and Defect rectification procedures· Ensure there is a successful and smooth handover of the project, including support to customer/ end user throughout the handover process.WHAT WE OFFER· Competitive salary & profit share scheme· Flexible working· Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)· Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)· Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…· Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.· Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group.  If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible.  As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships. 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. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting