Capital Works Manager - Social Housing

A busy housing provider has need of a capital works manager on a temporary basis, initially for 3 months.
The RoleAs a Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a customer-centric property maintenance service within your area-ensuring that planned works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.You will lead, and inspire, a multi-skilled local team. You'll play a keyrole in ensuring safety underpins all activity, embedding a proactive safety culture through strong leadership, visible compliance, andOngoing engagement with your team.

Responsibilities/AccountabilitiesYou will report to the Head of Housing and you will lead a team of surveyors, team leaders and trade operatives.
Take ownership of operational delivery-ensuring compliance with agreed processes, value for money, and effective resourcesManagement.Contractor Management

• Manage budgets confidently, driving value for money and tracking spend to stay within targets.* Ensure all safety standards are met through training, reviews, and up-to-date risk documentation in line with HSE guidance.* Resolve complaints early and constructively, using root cause analysis and performance reviews to reduce reoccurrence.* Use performance and productivity data to drive decision-making and continuous service improvement, ensuring cybersecurity and dataProtection standards are upheld.* Ensure complex works meet legal and regulatory standards, maintaining accurate compliance documentation.
  Qualifications and ExperienceEssential* Proven experience in leading property maintenance services within a housing environment or similar, with a strong focus on people, safety,Compliance, and customer service. Previous trade or supervisory experience.* Understanding of regulatory frameworks including Health & Safety Legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS.Knowledge of JCT contracts
  Relevant building qualification
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