Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

The Vacancy

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes across high‑rise buildings in the North West . The role will focus on cladding remediation, as well as associated fire and building safety works. You will ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act for Higher‑Risk Buildings (HRBs). You’ll be working in live environments, ensuring safety, quality, and resident engagement throughout.

• Manage end‑to‑end delivery of planned works and retrofit projects in occupied HRBs.
• Oversee remediation cladding programmes and ensure compliance with HRB regulations.
• Lead planning, budgeting, and risk‑management activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and residents to maintain programme and quality standards.
• Produce detailed reports and programmes using Power BI and Asta Power project.
• Ensure alignment with PAS 2035 and sustainability targets.

• Degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• CSCS Black Card, SMSTS, and strong knowledge of HRB compliance.
• APM or PRINCE2 certification (desirable).

• Strong understanding of live building environments and resident engagement.
• Excellent planning, budgeting, and risk‑management capabilities.
• Knowledge of Building Safety Act and Building Safety Regulator Gateway process.
• Proficiency in digital reporting tools such as Power BI and Asta Power project.
• Ability to create and manage detailed programmes and reporting outputs.

• Proven track record delivering HRB projects under the Building Safety Act.
• Experience managing planned maintenance and cladding remediation programmes in occupied buildings.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain safety, quality, and programme in challenging environments.

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 offences. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.

Wates is one of the UK’s leading family‑owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.

We are driven by our purpose, ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’ and our three promises :

Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.

Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.

Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care.

We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.

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