Small Works and Disrepair Manager

Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is thrilled to be selected as the Specialist Recruitment partner for Valleys to Coast to appoint a proactive Small Projects and Disrepair Manager to manage and deliver the Planned Small Works and to lead the delivery of their Property Adaptations Programme.

The Opportunity:

As the Small Works & Disrepair Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing the delivery of Valleys to Coast's Planned Small Works and Property Adaptations Programme. This is a unique opportunity to drive high-impact projects and work closely with teams to ensure homes are maintained to the highest standards while maximising value for money. Your leadership and expertise will be key in managing contractors, overseeing budgets, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• In consultation with the Director of Assets & Regeneration & Head of Projects & Commercial, deliver the Small Works, Disrepair and Adaptions Programme.
• Working with the Asset Management Team, develop a programme of planned improvement responding to the wider business need and working in partnership with Llanw.
• Provide strong and positive leadership and direction to the Small Works, Disrepair & Adaptions Team including the line management Pre-Inspection Surveyors & Adaptations Administrator.
• Assist in maximising public and private sector funding to support major improvement works projects.
• Prepare professional tender and contract documents which would include PQQ's, preliminaries, and pricing documents.
• Lead tender processes, analyse quotations, and provide recommendations on preferred options to achieve the best outcomes.
• Lead the Small Works, Disrepair & Adaptions team with regard to contractual, valuation and measurement matters.
• Support the delivery of the decarbonisation of assets programme, ensuring the organisation meets sustainability targets.

Experience Required:

• Have a relevant professional qualification which evidences the appropriate calibre for this role/or substantial relevant experience.
• Hold or commit to work towards Chartered membership of a relevant professional body e.g. RICS
• Have an in depth working knowledge of schedules of rates preferably NHF.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant forms of contracts in particular the JCT Measured Term, Intermediate and Minor Works forms.
• Have an understanding of Welsh Government Welsh Housing Quality Standards.
• Possess strong project management experience;
• Possess core Quantity surveying skills.
• Evidence experience of effective networking.
• Experience of commercial management of framework appointed contractors to deliver planned works.
• Evidence of strong commercial acumen, strong negotiation skills and resilience.

Benefits:

Be part of a values-driven organisation that fosters growth and development with some fantastic benefits to include -

• Hybrid and flexible working: 9 day fortnight and early finish on a Friday
• Annual leave: 25 days increasing by 1 day for every completed year up to a maximum of 5 days plus bank holidays
• Competitive Pension: SHPs - Valleys to Coast contribute 3% more than you each month (minimum contribution where you pay 4%, V2C pay 7%; maximum contribution where you pay 6%, V2C pay 9%)
• Recognition events and thousands of retail discounts
• Health care cash plan to help you pay for essential health bills, as well as providing you with 24-hour access to GP advice, counselling and more.

Application Process:

Please note, Yolk Recruitment are managing this recruitment campaign.

For a confidential discussion and to access the full job description before applying, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment.

To apply, please submit your CV to Hannah Welfoot by 23:59 Friday, 24th January 2025.

Interviews will be held in person in Bridgend week commencing 3rd February 2025.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.