Project Manager

Brighter Places

Are you looking for a place to belong and help others find their way home? We have an exciting new opportunity for a Project Manager to join our team based in Bristol. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week. In return, you will receive a salary of £39,458 per annum.

This is a fully hybrid role but there are expectations to attend the office when required. It is envisaged this will be 2-3 days per week.

Brighter Places developed from a merger between Solon and United Communities Housing Associations in 2021. We manage 3,300 homes for Bristol and surrounding areas and aim to build brighter futures by delivering 1,000 new homes by 2027.

About our Project Manager role:

As our Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of projects across the Homes Directorate engaging a range of external stakeholders, funders, contractors, developers and consultants to deliver successful projects based on quality as well as financial indicators.

We value colleagues who consistently demonstrate and champion our values and who create positive relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities as our Project Manager:

• Identify project and partnership opportunities through agents, marketing websites, networks and stakeholder contacts.
• Carry out scheme feasibility assessments by undertaking site visits and schemes appraisals.
• Maintain and monitor the financial position of projects against original budgets, update and forecast cash flow and report on variances as required.
• Prepare and submit accurate project information to all necessary parties including statutory bodies, Executive team and the Board as required.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Regulations for all projects.

What we re looking for in our Project Manager:

At Brighter Places, we value and nurture talent, welcoming both experienced professionals and those with the right attitude and determination who are looking for get their foot on the ladder. No matter who you are, where you re from, or the journey you ve been on so far, we ll welcome your unique experience and perspective and help you find your brighter future.

For this role, we are looking for individuals who have:

• Degree or equivalent standard of education.
• At least 2 years experience in Project Management and delivering successful outcomes.
• Experience in managing grant funded schemes including Homes England grant and audit requirements.
• An understanding of construction and building process, the ability to interpret plans & drawings.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Innovative and have the confidence to contribute original ideas.
• Valid UK Driving license and access to a car.

Closing date: 27th September 2024

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!

The easiest way to apply is via our application form but your application can be in any format you like; letter, CV, presentation, video, voice note we will accept all reasonable adjustments to support your application to work with us. Please make sure you include;

• • Why you are suitable for the role and how you align with our values
  • Your previous experience
  • Your qualifications and skills

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.