Project Manager (Housing) 1-Year Fixed Term Contract

We are a local council with a long-standing commitment to delivering safe, high quality homes and outstanding services to our residents. We’re looking for a driven and experienced Project Manager to sit at the heart of that transformation. This is a chance to take ownership of meaningful, large scale change coordinating workstreams, engaging stakeholders across all levels and ensuring that improved outcomes for residents remain at the centre of everything we do.

The Role

As a Project Manager, you will coordinate the delivery of the Housing Improvement Plan including managing timelines, risk and dependencies across multiple workstreams. and monitoring of improvement activity across the Housing Service. Working closely with the Housing Project Manager Officer , you’ll develop and maintain detailed project plans, progress reports and dashboards to keep senior leaders and the board informed.

Who we’re looking for:

• Proven experience managing complex, multi-workstream projects in a social housing or public sector background.
• Strong knowledge of social housing operations, legislation and regulatory standards (RSH, Housing Ombudsman).
• Excellent stakeholder management skills. You will be comfortable presenting to boards and talking to residents.
• Confident using data, KPIs and digital tools (e.g., Power BI) to diagnose issues and drive performance.
• Exceptional planning and organisational ability with a structured approach to change management
• Strong communication and influencing skills, able to work effectively with councillors, senior leaders, partners and residents both verbally and written.
• Proficient in project management tools and methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent)

To avoid disappointment, please submit your application early, as this position may close before the stated closing date.

What we offer

When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.

We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.

We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.

We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.

In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.

Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.

Diversity statement

At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.

We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.

Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We understand that some applicants may use AI tools to assist with preparing their applications.

All submitted information, whether supported by AI or not, must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience, and qualifications.

Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.

Want to know more?

If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Sade Aboderin at faboderin@tandridge.gov.uk

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services.

Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, we need to continue to provide services.

When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council on their current terms and conditions. Being part of a larger organisation may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc.

Find out more about what local government reorganisation means for us.