Projects Officer

I am currently recruiting for a Project Officer for a period of 3-6 months to support the delivery of a new build affordable housing programme.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will play a key role in taking projects from early site identification through to completion and handover, helping to deliver high-quality homes that meet local housing needs.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Support the development and delivery of new build housing projects from inception to completion
• Liaise with internal departments, statutory authorities, developers, and housing colleagues
• Ensure developments align with housing need, local development plans, and strategy
• Assist in procurement, appointment, and management of design teams and contractors
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial viability
• Prepare and submit grant funding bids and manage reporting via relevant systems
• Attend and contribute to design team and site meetings
• Support handover of completed developments
• Manage defect periods and ensure issues are resolved within agreed timescales
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory guidance
• Contribute to continuous improvement through post-project reviews
• Prepare reports for senior management and elected members

About You

Essential Requirements

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent)
• Experience delivering new build projects from inception to completion
• Strong understanding of construction processes and relevant legislation
• Experience working with budgets, financial monitoring, and performance targets
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Qualification in construction, project management, planning, architecture, quantity surveying, or similar
• Experience within a social housing environment
• Knowledge of Scottish Government grant funding requirements
• Experience in procurement of construction works and services

If you are interested please apply ASAP.

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