Project Manager

Overview

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Planned Maintenance team, overseeing the delivery of a significant social housing programme for Oldham Council.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead the successful delivery of planned works across occupied housing stock, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. You'll play a key role in driving performance, managing stakeholders and delivering an exceptional service for both the client and residents.

Key Points About the Role

• Managing planned maintenance programmes within occupied social housing.
• Leading multiple workstreams across live residential environments.
• Building strong relationships with Oldham Council and key stakeholders.
• Managing operational teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Driving programme, quality, health & safety and customer satisfaction performance.
• Long-term opportunity within a growing division.

Key Duties

As Project Manager, you'll be responsible for the overall delivery of planned maintenance works, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with client expectations.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of planned maintenance programmes across social housing properties.
• Managing site teams, subcontractors and operational resources.
• Monitoring programme delivery, budgets and contract performance.
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety, quality and company procedures.
• Building strong relationships with clients, residents and internal stakeholders.
• Producing progress reports, forecasts and performance updates.
• Identifying risks and implementing solutions to maintain programme targets.
• Promoting a culture focused on safety, quality and customer satisfaction.

Experience Required

• Proven experience delivering planned maintenance, refurbishment or improvement works within social housing.
• Previous experience operating at Project Manager level.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams within occupied properties.
• Excellent organisation, planning and programme management abilities.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and performance targets.
• SMSTS qualification (essential).
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).

Experience working directly with local authorities or housing association clients would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Long-term career investment and progression opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale social housing and planned maintenance projects.
• Benefits package can be discussed during the recruitment process.

What's Great About Us?

Wates Property Services are part of the Wates Group which is a family-owned business with over 125 years of history. Our Planned Maintenance division is a key area of growth, creating excellent opportunities for career development. We believe in recognising talent from within and are committed to investing in our people through promotion, training and long-term career progression.