Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager (Compendium Living- Riverside)Contract Type: PermanentSalary: £48861 (£53837 is achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role)Working Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Location: Hybrid/Midlands or NorthIf you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.The difference you will make as Project ManagerAs a Project Manager with Compendium Living you will be responsible for project management of live developments, PR and communications, business development, community engagement and business administration in support of Compendium Living's agreed objectives and business plan (but not limited to)Additional InformationNormal working hours will be based on 35 hours per week, although some flexibility will occasionally be required for attendance at out-of-hours evening meetings or weekend events, for which time lieu will be granted. Why Riverside?At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.Working with us, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. This role also falls under our Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview.Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered. Role profile To assume the day-to-day project management of live development project phases, as identified and agreed with the Managing Director, including financial responsibility for project budget management, the agreement of variations and the authorisation of project expenditure against certified invoices.Managing and coordinating project team activities in support of defined key project objectives throughout the post appointment/pre-contract and contract delivery stages.When required, to act as the 'public face' of Compendium Living at a project level, representing the business in the relevant arenas, whilst proactively maintaining good working relationships with client partners and all key project stakeholders. Coordinating and managing the delivery of Compendium Living's project community engagement and networking activities, including (but not limited to) public consultation, resident communications and involvement, and support for local community initiatives/activities.To set up and/or maintain appropriate management systems and project record keeping, including (but not limited to) the preparation of formal project progress reports, the monitoring and reporting of project KPI outputs, and the preparation of project meeting agendas and minutes etc. To manage project stakeholder and customer enquiries effectively, providing clear supportive and accurate advice or signposting as appropriate and/or escalating complex queries via the appropriate channels to ensure effective resolution. Coordinating and managing Compendium Living's post-completion interface with relevant third parties e.g. with leaseholders and commercial tenants through its appointed managing agents.Business Development: