Planned Maintenance Project Manager

About the Opportunity

A place to make things happen

Location

Burnley, Hybrid with travel to site as required to meet customer needs.

Salary

£47,433 per annum

Job Type

Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm

We believe everyone should have a safe and affordable place to call home. It’s this belief that drives everything we do and inspires us to go above and beyond for our customers. We pride ourselves in understanding their needs and delivering the best customer service, every time.

We’re also proud to be at the forefront of change. We’re on a journey of transformation, finding new ways to support our customers - and our people.

If you’re looking for a career where you can learn new skills, try new things and shape your future, there’s a place for you at Accent.

About The Role

Do you want to lead projects that make a real difference to people’s homes and communities? Join us as a Planned Maintenance Project Manager and play a key role in improving the quality, safety, and longevity of our homes.

At Accent, our planned works programmes are about more than buildings, they’re about the people who live in them. In this role, you’ll manage a portfolio of high‑value maintenance and investment projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Manage planned maintenance and refurbishment projects from inception through to completion
• Manage regional budgets of £5–6 million
• Work with internal teams and external contractors
• Inspect works before, during, and after completion
• Uphold health and safety standards
• Communicate clearly with residents and stakeholders

About You

The essentials:

• Experience of construction management in planned maintenance/refurbishments
• Experience managing external contractors
• Knowledge of health & safety issues affecting properties
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
• Significant forecasting and budget management experience
• IT skills relating to Project Management or Asset Management systems

The desirables:

• Previous experience in social housing
• Ability to conduct stock condition/energy performance surveys
• Report writing skills

The successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment checks, such as DBS and social media screening, before an offer is confirmed.

Benefits

• Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access
• Financial perks – Car allowance, salary sacrifice schemes
• Future-focused benefits – Access to pension schemes, life assurance
• Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options

About Company

We’ve got big ambitions and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you’ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.

We believe diversity makes us stronger and we’re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.

If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.

Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.

If you have any queries about the role, please email: PeopleServices@accentgroup.org

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.