Project Manager

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of planned maintenance and retrofit programmes across social housing stock in the Walsall area.

This is a diverse role overseeing a mix of works, including kitchen & bathroom refurbishments, roofing, solar PV installations, and Homes for Modern Living upgrades, alongside PAS 2035-compliant retrofit and decarbonisation programmes.

Working closely with housing association clients, you will be responsible for ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining an excellent customer and resident experience.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end delivery of planned maintenance and retrofit projects

Oversee programmes including:

Kitchen & bathroom refurbishments

Roofing works

Solar PV installations

Homes for Modern Living upgrades

PAS 2035-compliant retrofit programmes

Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners

Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, compliance, and quality standards

Monitor programme delivery, budgets, and performance against KPIs

Build and maintain strong relationships with housing association clients

Support pre-construction planning, programming and mobilisation

Ensure effective resident engagement and customer satisfaction

Manage risk, resolve issues proactively and drive continuous improvement

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️ About You

Proven experience as a Project Manager within social housing

Strong background in planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes

Experience delivering multi-workstream projects (internal + external works)

Ideally experienced in retrofit / decarbonisation programmes and PAS 2035 frameworks

Exposure to renewables (e.g. solar PV) and energy efficiency works desirable

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple sites and teams

Highly organised with excellent commercial and programme management skills

Confident communicator, able to manage both clients and residents effectively

✅ Essential Requirements

SMSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid

Full UK Driving Licence

Strong understanding of H&S legislation and compliance (RAMS, CDM, etc.)

Experience working with housing association clients

What We Offer

Opportunity to lead high-impact retrofit and planned works programmes

Work on projects that directly improve homes and communities

Competitive salary + package

Long-term pipeline of secured work

Supportive, collaborative team environment with clear progression

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.

Benefits

Bonus

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Generous holiday

Enhanced family leave & policies

Car salary sacrifice scheme