Major Works Manager

Job Title: Major Works Manager
Department: Property Services
Salary: £57,177 - £60,261
Location: Head Office
Reports to: Head of Property Services
Responsible for: No direct reports

My client a TMO based near London Bridge is seeking an experienced Major Works Manager to join the team.

Purpose of Job

Manage and deliver projects in the major works programme.

Main Accountabilities

1. Deputise for the Head of Property Services.
2. Define long-term works programmes using various data sources.
3. Prepare briefs and engage specialist firms.
4. Manage consultants and direct employees for optimal outcomes.
5. Ensure project options meet regulatory and financial objectives.
6. Oversee feasibility, pre-construction, and delivery of projects.
7. Manage projects with multi-disciplinary support.
8. Handle budgetary responsibilities from inception to completion.
9. Appoint external contractors and consultants.
10. Manage staff allocated to projects.
11. Ensure effective resident consultation throughout projects.
12. Liaise with stakeholders to achieve project aims.
13. Brief consultants and develop specifications for smaller schemes.
14. Provide technical and cost information for S20 notices and billing.
15. Drive sustainable improvements and lead the transition to net zero.
16. Oversee supply chain environmental reporting and compliance.
17. Monitor cost and quality, providing various reports.
18. Continuously improve project delivery processes.
19. Provide technical input for organizational requirements.
20. Manage projects to enable homeowner cost recovery.
21. Perform other duties as directed by management.

Job Context

Responsible for project programming, budgetary control, procurement, and management to ensure successful delivery of major works contracts. High levels of resident involvement are required. May need to attend evening meetings or respond to emergencies outside office hours.

Person Specification

Experience:

1. Analysing stock data, preparing specifications, overseeing tender processes.
2. Project managing major works and exercising financial control.
3. Managing construction projects, understanding contract terms, and managing contractors.
4. Understanding construction Health and Safety processes and legislation.
5. Knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations and procurement processes.

Knowledge:

1. Relevant qualification (HNC/CIOB to RICS) (D).
2. Safety requirements for major works projects.
3. Financial planning and monitoring procedures.
4. Building construction.
5. Performance Management and setting KPIs.
6. Public sector tender processes.
7. Best practices for resident participation.
8. Challenging under-performing contractors.
9. Homeowner concerns regarding value for money.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Effective communication.
2. Planning and organizing workloads.
3. Managing, motivating, and influencing staff and stakeholders.
4. Writing complex reports and updates.
5. Providing statistics with commentary.
6. Teamwork and flexibility.