Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Planned Maintenance, Retrofit and Refurbishment in Social Housing

Location: Manchester

Salary: Depending on experience

Company: Thorn Baker — a forward‑thinking company dedicated to improving living conditions within social housing through effective maintenance and refurbishment projects.

Role: We are seeking an experienced, detail‑oriented Project Manager to oversee planned maintenance and refurbishment projects within social housing. This office‑based role focuses on operational project management rather than site management or client‑facing activities. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in your community while leading impactful projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for planned maintenance and refurbishment works.
• Sequence and organize the program of works, ensuring optimal workflow and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with various managers to ensure alignment and effective execution of project tasks.
• Unpack complex programs to identify critical tasks and dependencies.
• Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members to facilitate coordination and collaboration.

About You:

• Proven experience in project management, specifically within planned maintenance and refurbishment in the social housing sector.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and sequence complex programs.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and direct teams effectively in a non‑client‑facing environment.

Key

Skills:

Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Programme Management, Project Management, Social Housing

For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian Newman of Thorn Baker on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Classification:

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Construction