Project Manager

About the Opportunity

The Vacancy

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes across high-rise buildings in the North West. The role will focus on cladding remediation, as well as associated fire and building safety works. You will ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act for Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). You’ll be working in live environments, ensuring safety, quality, and resident engagement throughout.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of planned works and retrofit projects in occupied HRBs.
• Oversee remediation cladding programmes and ensure compliance with HRB regulations.
• Lead planning, budgeting, and risk management activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and residents to maintain programme and quality standards.
• Produce detailed reports and programmes using Power BI and Asta Powerproject.
• Ensure alignment with PAS 2035 and sustainability targets.

Qualifications

Degree in Construction Management or a related field.
CSCS Black Card, SMSTS, and strong knowledge of HRB compliance.
APM or PRINCE2 certification (desirable).

Skills

• Strong understanding of live building environments and resident engagement.
• Excellent planning, budgeting, and risk management capabilities.
• Knowledge of Building Safety Act and Building Safety Regulator Gateway process.
• Proficiency in digital reporting tools such as Power BI and Asta Powerproject.
• Ability to create and manage detailed programmes and reporting outputs.

Experience

• Proven track record delivering HRB projects under the Building Safety Act.
• Experience managing planned maintenance and cladding remediation programmes in occupied buildings.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain safety, quality, and programme in challenging environments.

Eligibility

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Benefits

Work for Wates

Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.

About Company

Wates Group is one of the largest, and most successful family-owned private construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. We are building a place to work where everyone belongs, by one small act of inclusion at a time. We celebrate difference and welcome diversity.

As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.

The Wates Group are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, and Zero Carbon, from our operations and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry’s environmental impact.