Project Manager

Please note this role is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Project Manager to join our Investment team, where you’ll play a key role in delivering major sustainability retrofit programmes across our housing portfolio. This is a dynamic and rewarding role that involves managing refurbishment and improvement projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and residents to ensure that every project meets regulatory requirements and delivers excellent customer outcomes. Your work will directly contribute to our commitment to improving homes, reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. You will be required to attend the office a minimum of two days per week and 3 days on site.

What you'll do

You’ll lead the delivery of sustainability retrofit projects, preparing specifications and schedules of works in line with PAS2035 standards. You’ll manage relationships with consultants and contractors, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and in compliance with procurement, statutory and regulatory frameworks. You’ll act as the Client under CDM Regulations, provide technical advice to colleagues, and oversee the performance of external partners. You’ll be responsible for managing budgets, resolving complaints, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction across all tenures. You’ll also contribute to project reviews, maintain accurate property data, and support the wider Investment team in promoting best practice and continuous improvement.

What you'll need

• MRICS, CIOB, Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification and/or experience in managing construction projects
• Proven experience in delivering refurbishment contracts and sustainability retrofit schemes
• Strong working knowledge of building construction, regulations, and contract management
• Excellent communication, time management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver projects to a high standard

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What We Offer

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• two additional paid volunteering days each year
• flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x salary life assurance
• up to 10% pension contribution

If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Chloe Singleton at chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk

Interviews will be taking place Thursday 4th December

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.