Programme Manager

Company Overview: Aktons Client is a leading provider of housing refurbishment solutions, dedicated to enhancing communities through high-quality construction and renovation projects. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we strive to deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Housing Refurbishment Contracts Manager to join our team and lead our projects to success.

Position Overview: As a Housing Refurbishment Contracts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing all aspects of housing refurbishment contracts within our organization. From planning and procurement to execution and delivery, you will lead a team of technical staff members to ensure projects are completed to the highest standards, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Utilize your extensive experience in planned/capital works surveying to oversee and manage housing refurbishment contracts effectively.
2. Lead and mentor a team of 8+ technical staff members, providing guidance and support to ensure project success.
3. Demonstrate a strong contract management background within a local authority or housing association setting, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
4. Take ownership of managing multiple housing refurbishment contracts/projects, ranging from £150k to £25 million, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish.
5. Lead the procurement process for housing refurbishment contracts, including tendering, evaluation, and selection of contractors/vendors.
6. Develop and implement comprehensive Planned/Capital Works Programmes, taking the lead on programming to ensure timely delivery and resource optimization.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying).
• 5+ years of planned/capital works surveying experience in housing refurbishment contracts.
• Proven track record of managing 8+ technical staff members effectively.
• Strong background in contract management within local authority or housing association environments.
• Experience leading and managing housing refurbishment contracts/projects of varying sizes and complexities.
• Demonstrated expertise in procurement processes related to housing refurbishment contracts.
• Proficiency in programming Planned/Capital Works Programmes, with a focus on resource optimization and project scheduling.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team collaboration and motivation.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, project management software).
• A commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.