Elevate Projects are working with a medium sized housing association to find a Building Safety Manager to lead on fire and structural safety for our Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). This role is home based with an expectation of 2 times a month travelling to sites in London You will ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, manage our Building Safety Management System, and coordinate the development of Building Safety Cases. This role involves leading a small team, engaging with residents and stakeholders, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all fire and structural safety enquiries. Ensure HRBs comply with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations. Oversee the Mandatory Occurrence Reporting System and resident safety complaints. Develop and maintain Building Safety Cases and risk assessments. Lead a team of Building Safety Officers, providing guidance and support. Collaborate with external agencies, operational teams, and residents to promote safety. Manage the Golden Thread of Information and digital records for HRBs. Prepare reports for Boards, Executives, and regulators. About You You will be Degree or equivalent in building design, construction, or fire safety, plus a Level 4 fire safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Certificate). Proven background in building safety, compliance, or fire risk management within a housing or property context. Knowledgeable: Up-to-date with Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, and HRB regulations. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership abilities. Committed to resident safety and engagement. Full UK driving licence; ability to travel regionally
May 14, 2026
Full time
Elevate Projects are working with a medium sized housing association to find a Building Safety Manager to lead on fire and structural safety for our Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). This role is home based with an expectation of 2 times a month travelling to sites in London You will ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, manage our Building Safety Management System, and coordinate the development of Building Safety Cases. This role involves leading a small team, engaging with residents and stakeholders, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all fire and structural safety enquiries. Ensure HRBs comply with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations. Oversee the Mandatory Occurrence Reporting System and resident safety complaints. Develop and maintain Building Safety Cases and risk assessments. Lead a team of Building Safety Officers, providing guidance and support. Collaborate with external agencies, operational teams, and residents to promote safety. Manage the Golden Thread of Information and digital records for HRBs. Prepare reports for Boards, Executives, and regulators. About You You will be Degree or equivalent in building design, construction, or fire safety, plus a Level 4 fire safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Certificate). Proven background in building safety, compliance, or fire risk management within a housing or property context. Knowledgeable: Up-to-date with Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, and HRB regulations. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership abilities. Committed to resident safety and engagement. Full UK driving licence; ability to travel regionally
Job Title: Visiting Available Homes Officer Location: Hybrid (Base at Leatherhead or Haywards Heath office; regular travel across Brighton & Chichester) Rate: 24.56 per hour (Umbrella) / 19.36 per hour (PAYE) Contract Type: Temporary/Interim About the Role: We are seeking a Visiting Available Homes Officer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a positive mindset, strong teamwork skills, and a willingness to contribute ideas for improvement. As a community-based officer, you will carry out property inspections, viewings, and sign-ups across local regions. The role also includes administrative tasks, so flexibility to cover various duties is essential. Your key objective will be to minimise void periods by ensuring properties are let quickly while maintaining a high standard of service for customers. This is a hybrid role, with a base at either our Leatherhead or Haywards Heath office. You will be expected to work from home, the office, and across the local region, with regular travel to Brighton and Chichester. Mileage will be paid for travel across the region. Key Responsibilities: Conduct property inspections, viewings, and sign-ups to ensure quick turnaround of available homes. Provide a high-quality service to customers, minimising the time properties remain empty. Carry out administrative tasks as required to support the lettings process. Work flexibly to cover different tasks and contribute to team improvements. Travel across the region as needed (mileage reimbursed). Requirements: Must be a driver with access to a car (essential for travel across the region). Excellent teamwork skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Ability to work flexibly and cover a variety of tasks. Strong customer service focus with a commitment to minimising void periods. Willingness to travel regularly across Brighton and Chichester. Basic Criminal Record Check Clearance will be required. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
May 13, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Visiting Available Homes Officer Location: Hybrid (Base at Leatherhead or Haywards Heath office; regular travel across Brighton & Chichester) Rate: 24.56 per hour (Umbrella) / 19.36 per hour (PAYE) Contract Type: Temporary/Interim About the Role: We are seeking a Visiting Available Homes Officer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a positive mindset, strong teamwork skills, and a willingness to contribute ideas for improvement. As a community-based officer, you will carry out property inspections, viewings, and sign-ups across local regions. The role also includes administrative tasks, so flexibility to cover various duties is essential. Your key objective will be to minimise void periods by ensuring properties are let quickly while maintaining a high standard of service for customers. This is a hybrid role, with a base at either our Leatherhead or Haywards Heath office. You will be expected to work from home, the office, and across the local region, with regular travel to Brighton and Chichester. Mileage will be paid for travel across the region. Key Responsibilities: Conduct property inspections, viewings, and sign-ups to ensure quick turnaround of available homes. Provide a high-quality service to customers, minimising the time properties remain empty. Carry out administrative tasks as required to support the lettings process. Work flexibly to cover different tasks and contribute to team improvements. Travel across the region as needed (mileage reimbursed). Requirements: Must be a driver with access to a car (essential for travel across the region). Excellent teamwork skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Ability to work flexibly and cover a variety of tasks. Strong customer service focus with a commitment to minimising void periods. Willingness to travel regularly across Brighton and Chichester. Basic Criminal Record Check Clearance will be required. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Location: London (Hybrid working) Salary: 37,855 - 52,052 per annum (London) / 34,871 - 47,946 per annum (National) Hours: 36 hours per week (flexible options considered) Contract Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking a Fire Safety Officer to ensure fire safety compliance across a diverse portfolio of properties and tenures. This role involves providing expert guidance, advice, and oversight to support strong governance and adherence to fire safety legislation. As a trusted subject matter expert, you will deliver clear, evidence-based assurance to the organisation, providing independent oversight and challenge to maintain high operational standards. You will also contribute to the development of future fire safety systems and standards, helping to strengthen capability across the organisation. This is a highly autonomous role that requires strong technical expertise and sound judgement to ensure the organisation meets its legal, moral, and financial responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert guidance and advice on fire safety compliance across a diverse property portfolio. Support strong governance and ensure adherence to fire safety legislation and standards. Deliver independent oversight and challenge to maintain high operational standards. Contribute to the development of fire safety systems and standards. Maintain accurate, audit-ready compliance records. Travel as needed to support fire safety initiatives across the region and nationally. Requirements: Level 3 Fire Safety qualification and NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate (or equivalent). Strong technical expertise in fire safety and sound judgement. Effective communication skills to engage confidently at all levels. Experience in maintaining accurate compliance records. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Location: London (Hybrid working) Salary: 37,855 - 52,052 per annum (London) / 34,871 - 47,946 per annum (National) Hours: 36 hours per week (flexible options considered) Contract Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking a Fire Safety Officer to ensure fire safety compliance across a diverse portfolio of properties and tenures. This role involves providing expert guidance, advice, and oversight to support strong governance and adherence to fire safety legislation. As a trusted subject matter expert, you will deliver clear, evidence-based assurance to the organisation, providing independent oversight and challenge to maintain high operational standards. You will also contribute to the development of future fire safety systems and standards, helping to strengthen capability across the organisation. This is a highly autonomous role that requires strong technical expertise and sound judgement to ensure the organisation meets its legal, moral, and financial responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert guidance and advice on fire safety compliance across a diverse property portfolio. Support strong governance and ensure adherence to fire safety legislation and standards. Deliver independent oversight and challenge to maintain high operational standards. Contribute to the development of fire safety systems and standards. Maintain accurate, audit-ready compliance records. Travel as needed to support fire safety initiatives across the region and nationally. Requirements: Level 3 Fire Safety qualification and NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate (or equivalent). Strong technical expertise in fire safety and sound judgement. Effective communication skills to engage confidently at all levels. Experience in maintaining accurate compliance records. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
About Us Our client is a provider of affordable housing in the Bristol area, committed to creating safe, healthy, and sustainable homes for our residents. We are currently seeking a Surveyor (Damp, Mould, and Condensation Specialist) to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract . In this role, you will help us address and resolve damp, mould, and condensation issues, ensuring our properties meet the highest standards of living. The Role As a Surveyor (Damp, Mould, and Condensation Specialist) , you will conduct detailed surveys, diagnose issues, and recommend effective solutions to improve living conditions for our residents. This is a hands-on role where you will collaborate with residents, contractors, and internal teams. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough surveys and inspections of properties to identify damp, mould, and condensation issues. Prepare clear and actionable reports outlining causes and recommended solutions. Work closely with contractors or DLO to ensure repairs and improvements are completed to a high standard. Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and provide follow-up support as needed. Maintain accurate records of surveys, reports, and actions taken. Ensure compliance with HHSRS health and safety regulations and housing standards. About You: Proven experience as a surveyor, with a focus on damp, mould, and condensation issues. Strong technical knowledge of building construction Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. IT literate, with experience using surveying tools and housing management systems. A commitment to improving residents' living conditions and delivering high-quality service.
May 13, 2026
Seasonal
About Us Our client is a provider of affordable housing in the Bristol area, committed to creating safe, healthy, and sustainable homes for our residents. We are currently seeking a Surveyor (Damp, Mould, and Condensation Specialist) to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract . In this role, you will help us address and resolve damp, mould, and condensation issues, ensuring our properties meet the highest standards of living. The Role As a Surveyor (Damp, Mould, and Condensation Specialist) , you will conduct detailed surveys, diagnose issues, and recommend effective solutions to improve living conditions for our residents. This is a hands-on role where you will collaborate with residents, contractors, and internal teams. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough surveys and inspections of properties to identify damp, mould, and condensation issues. Prepare clear and actionable reports outlining causes and recommended solutions. Work closely with contractors or DLO to ensure repairs and improvements are completed to a high standard. Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and provide follow-up support as needed. Maintain accurate records of surveys, reports, and actions taken. Ensure compliance with HHSRS health and safety regulations and housing standards. About You: Proven experience as a surveyor, with a focus on damp, mould, and condensation issues. Strong technical knowledge of building construction Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. IT literate, with experience using surveying tools and housing management systems. A commitment to improving residents' living conditions and delivering high-quality service.
Job Title: Housing Officer (Permanent, Full-Time) Location: Kent Salary: 35,000 per annum (plus 1,800 car allowance) About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Housing Officer to join a dynamic team in Kent. This is a permanent, full-time role focused on delivering excellent housing management services to residents in the Swale and Medway areas, with potential support required across Kent and Essex. As a Housing Officer, you will be at the forefront of addressing complex housing issues, ensuring residents' wellbeing, welfare, and health and safety are prioritised. You will provide proactive, courteous, and efficient support, resolving issues in a safe and effective manner. Key Responsibilities: Deliver a high-quality housing management service, working within legal and regulatory frameworks and collaborating with multi-agency partners. Support residents in settling into their new homes and conduct regular proactive visits to ensure tenancy conditions are met and properties are well-maintained. Perform welfare checks, make safeguarding referrals, and update cases in partnership with external agencies. Proactively manage resident expectations to foster successful tenancies and positive relationships with the landlord. Handle complex cases, including pre-void inspections, viewings, and ensuring vacant homes are turned around within agreed KPIs. Assist in managing anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases and lead on resolving nuisance issues, such as neighbour disputes, through mediation and non-legal interventions. Requirements: Experience in a housing management environment, including handling nuisance, harassment, and tenancy enforcement cases. Strong knowledge of relevant housing legislation. Proven ability to follow processes, use initiative, and deliver excellent customer service. Professional curiosity to identify and support residents with complex needs. Ability to meet targets, prioritise workloads, and work under pressure with resilience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across various channels. Effective team player with strong negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to work remotely and travel efficiently; a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Officer (Permanent, Full-Time) Location: Kent Salary: 35,000 per annum (plus 1,800 car allowance) About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Housing Officer to join a dynamic team in Kent. This is a permanent, full-time role focused on delivering excellent housing management services to residents in the Swale and Medway areas, with potential support required across Kent and Essex. As a Housing Officer, you will be at the forefront of addressing complex housing issues, ensuring residents' wellbeing, welfare, and health and safety are prioritised. You will provide proactive, courteous, and efficient support, resolving issues in a safe and effective manner. Key Responsibilities: Deliver a high-quality housing management service, working within legal and regulatory frameworks and collaborating with multi-agency partners. Support residents in settling into their new homes and conduct regular proactive visits to ensure tenancy conditions are met and properties are well-maintained. Perform welfare checks, make safeguarding referrals, and update cases in partnership with external agencies. Proactively manage resident expectations to foster successful tenancies and positive relationships with the landlord. Handle complex cases, including pre-void inspections, viewings, and ensuring vacant homes are turned around within agreed KPIs. Assist in managing anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases and lead on resolving nuisance issues, such as neighbour disputes, through mediation and non-legal interventions. Requirements: Experience in a housing management environment, including handling nuisance, harassment, and tenancy enforcement cases. Strong knowledge of relevant housing legislation. Proven ability to follow processes, use initiative, and deliver excellent customer service. Professional curiosity to identify and support residents with complex needs. Ability to meet targets, prioritise workloads, and work under pressure with resilience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across various channels. Effective team player with strong negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to work remotely and travel efficiently; a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
Elevate Projects are working in partership with our client, a local provider of affordable housing, to appoint an experieced Damp & Disrepair Manager on an ongoing temporary contract. This is a key interim leadership role focused on ensuring resident safety, regulatory compliance, service improvement and effective management of complex disrepair cases. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the damp, mould and disrepair process across the organisation. Oversee complex and high-risk disrepair cases, ensuring timely resolution and excellent resident communication. Manage specialist surveyors to deliver high-quality remedial works. Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation, consumer standards and organisational policies. Work collaboratively with legal teams in relation to housing disrepair claims and pre-action protocols. Develop and monitor performance metrics, KPIs and service improvement plans. Support the delivery of resident-focused solutions and drive improvements in customer satisfaction. Provide operational leadership to technical officers, surveyors and support staff. Produce reports and updates for senior leadership teams. Ensure robust health & safety practices are maintained across all works. Requirements Proven experience managing damp, mould and housing disrepair services within social housing or local government. Strong understanding of housing legislation, repairs obligations and disrepair claims management. Experience managing contractors and technical teams. Excellent stakeholder management and resident engagement skills. Ability to manage high workloads and deliver service improvements in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of compliance, building pathology and property maintenance. Relevant housing, construction or surveying qualification desirable.
May 11, 2026
Seasonal
Elevate Projects are working in partership with our client, a local provider of affordable housing, to appoint an experieced Damp & Disrepair Manager on an ongoing temporary contract. This is a key interim leadership role focused on ensuring resident safety, regulatory compliance, service improvement and effective management of complex disrepair cases. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the damp, mould and disrepair process across the organisation. Oversee complex and high-risk disrepair cases, ensuring timely resolution and excellent resident communication. Manage specialist surveyors to deliver high-quality remedial works. Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation, consumer standards and organisational policies. Work collaboratively with legal teams in relation to housing disrepair claims and pre-action protocols. Develop and monitor performance metrics, KPIs and service improvement plans. Support the delivery of resident-focused solutions and drive improvements in customer satisfaction. Provide operational leadership to technical officers, surveyors and support staff. Produce reports and updates for senior leadership teams. Ensure robust health & safety practices are maintained across all works. Requirements Proven experience managing damp, mould and housing disrepair services within social housing or local government. Strong understanding of housing legislation, repairs obligations and disrepair claims management. Experience managing contractors and technical teams. Excellent stakeholder management and resident engagement skills. Ability to manage high workloads and deliver service improvements in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of compliance, building pathology and property maintenance. Relevant housing, construction or surveying qualification desirable.
Job Title: Contract Manager (Operations) Location: London (Hybrid working available; base at Clerkenwell) About the Role: We are seeking a highly capable Contract Manager (Operations) to strengthen the management, governance, and optimisation of operational contracts within a large, values-driven organisation. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, visibility, and influence across a diverse housing portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Operations, you will lead the development and ongoing management of a robust contract management framework. This includes student, keyworker, market rent, co-operative, and short-life accommodation contracts. Your role will ensure contractual arrangements are effectively governed, performance-driven, and aligned with strategic objectives, while mitigating contractual, financial, legal, and reputational risks. As a trusted subject-matter expert, you will work closely with internal teams and external partners to embed clarity, accountability, and compliance. The role focuses on assurance and insight, including performance monitoring, audits, risk management, and evidence-based reporting to senior leaders and the Board. This position is ideal for someone comfortable operating in complex environments, leading through influence, and supporting executive-level decision-making while upholding core values of honesty, efficiency, accountability, respect, and trust. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive contract management framework for leases, management agreements, SLAs, and related contracts. Establish and operate governance and assurance structures for contractual performance, compliance, and risk. Provide expert guidance on contractual obligations to colleagues. Conduct audits and reviews to ensure compliance with legislation, regulation, and internal policies. Monitor provider performance against KPIs, service standards, and statutory requirements. Identify and address contractual and operational risks, leading corrective action plans. Manage relationships with partners, providers, local authorities, and internal stakeholders. Investigate and resolve contractual breaches, escalating where necessary. Lead contract variations, change control, and change-in-law activities, ensuring impacts are documented. Produce high-quality reports and insights for senior management, committees, and the Board. Drive continuous improvement in contract management processes, systems, and reporting. Requirements: Proven experience as a contract or governance professional, managing complex contractual arrangements. Strong assurance, compliance, and performance management capabilities. Ability to interpret contractual requirements and translate them into practical oversight. Analytical, influential, and credible, with the ability to challenge constructively and drive accountability. Comfortable leading without formal authority and working with multiple stakeholders. Experience in risk management, audits, and performance reporting. Ability to produce clear, evidence-based reports for senior leadership. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Contract Manager (Operations) Location: London (Hybrid working available; base at Clerkenwell) About the Role: We are seeking a highly capable Contract Manager (Operations) to strengthen the management, governance, and optimisation of operational contracts within a large, values-driven organisation. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, visibility, and influence across a diverse housing portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Operations, you will lead the development and ongoing management of a robust contract management framework. This includes student, keyworker, market rent, co-operative, and short-life accommodation contracts. Your role will ensure contractual arrangements are effectively governed, performance-driven, and aligned with strategic objectives, while mitigating contractual, financial, legal, and reputational risks. As a trusted subject-matter expert, you will work closely with internal teams and external partners to embed clarity, accountability, and compliance. The role focuses on assurance and insight, including performance monitoring, audits, risk management, and evidence-based reporting to senior leaders and the Board. This position is ideal for someone comfortable operating in complex environments, leading through influence, and supporting executive-level decision-making while upholding core values of honesty, efficiency, accountability, respect, and trust. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive contract management framework for leases, management agreements, SLAs, and related contracts. Establish and operate governance and assurance structures for contractual performance, compliance, and risk. Provide expert guidance on contractual obligations to colleagues. Conduct audits and reviews to ensure compliance with legislation, regulation, and internal policies. Monitor provider performance against KPIs, service standards, and statutory requirements. Identify and address contractual and operational risks, leading corrective action plans. Manage relationships with partners, providers, local authorities, and internal stakeholders. Investigate and resolve contractual breaches, escalating where necessary. Lead contract variations, change control, and change-in-law activities, ensuring impacts are documented. Produce high-quality reports and insights for senior management, committees, and the Board. Drive continuous improvement in contract management processes, systems, and reporting. Requirements: Proven experience as a contract or governance professional, managing complex contractual arrangements. Strong assurance, compliance, and performance management capabilities. Ability to interpret contractual requirements and translate them into practical oversight. Analytical, influential, and credible, with the ability to challenge constructively and drive accountability. Comfortable leading without formal authority and working with multiple stakeholders. Experience in risk management, audits, and performance reporting. Ability to produce clear, evidence-based reports for senior leadership. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
Elevate projects are working in partnership with our client , a local provider of affordable housing and registered social landlord, to appoint an experienced Repairs/ DLO Operations Manager to their busy property serviced function, Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the repairs service. Manage large-scale repairs across housing and assets, ensuring compliance with standards. Oversee staffing, budgets c 10m, and equipment to deliver efficient service. Lead procurement and management of maintenance contracts. Demonstrate strong knowledge of building construction, property maintenance, and housing standards. Proven track record of leading operational teams and managing high-value budgets in a housing or local authority setting. This successful candidate is expected to be on site supporting operational teams and front-line operatives 4 out of 5 days.
Sep 24, 2025
Seasonal
Elevate projects are working in partnership with our client , a local provider of affordable housing and registered social landlord, to appoint an experienced Repairs/ DLO Operations Manager to their busy property serviced function, Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the repairs service. Manage large-scale repairs across housing and assets, ensuring compliance with standards. Oversee staffing, budgets c 10m, and equipment to deliver efficient service. Lead procurement and management of maintenance contracts. Demonstrate strong knowledge of building construction, property maintenance, and housing standards. Proven track record of leading operational teams and managing high-value budgets in a housing or local authority setting. This successful candidate is expected to be on site supporting operational teams and front-line operatives 4 out of 5 days.
