Development Project Manager

About Our Client

My client is a reputable not-for-profit organisation, located in Manchester. They aim to improve the lives of everyone living in their communities and are looking to expand their new build housing developments team with a construction project manager.

• Project manager to over see the delivery of new build social housing projects across Manchester
• Managing and assisting cost consultants in the preparation of: cost estimates, schedules of work, tender and contract documentation.
• Project managing the plot sales and marketing process, liaising with key stakeholders including sales agents, marketing agencies and plot sales solicitors; ensuring sales revenues and sales rates are maximised.
• Negotiating construction contracts and assisting in the acquisition of land /buildings to deliver best value for money for the organisation.
• Assisting in the identification of new development opportunities to meet the organisation's growth and profitability targets; supported by maintaining a strong network of contacts.
• Manage the design, development and planning process for new developments/opportunities.
• Financial management of projects, including coding and payment of invoices and monitoring of cash flows ensuring they remain within approved budgets.

• Experience working within the affordable housing sector, delivering new build projects
• Construction Project management experience and a track record of delivery; on budget, on time and to high quality standards.
• Knowledge of the property development process; the built environment and the principles of good design.
• Knowledge of building contract procurement and contract management.
• Experience of working within a prescribed framework, but capable of thinking creatively to resolve problems.
• Ability to develop the companies profile and generate new business.
• Ability to liaise effectively with other departments to ensure delivery of wider corporate goals.
• Ability to produce accurate and concise reports; including cashflow reports.
• Ability to produce development appraisals.

• A competitive salary
• Agile and flexible working