Planned Works Manager - Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Planned Works Manager

£45,390 to £50,986

Full-Time | 37 hours per week

Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026

This vacancy closes on the 11th of August 2025.

As part of the local business community since 2003, our client is an award-winning organisation, providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough, including the Council’s housing stock, Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall.

About the Role

The are looking for a dynamic and experienced Planned Works Manager to join a forward-thinking Asset Management Team. This pivotal role will lead the planning and delivery of a wide range of capital improvement works—including energy retrofit projects—ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

As a key member of the team, you will oversee procurement activities, manage contracts, and drive the successful execution of our capital programmes. You will also lead, manage, and develop a talented team including Asset Managers, the Adaptations & DFG Manager, and Customer Liaison Officers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

What they're looking for:

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Building or Construction-related discipline
• Strong communication, organisational, and ICT skills
• Proven post-qualification experience
• Demonstrated success in managing construction professionals
• Excellent report writing and project management capabilities
• In-depth knowledge of building pathology, repairs, and maintenance in a local authority or similar setting
• Experience in specification writing and building design
• Familiarity with Asset Management databases and service-level maintenance contracts
• Sound understanding of Health & Safety processes and construction legislation
• Financial management expertise
• Knowledge of rented and leasehold property maintenance, including Section 20 procedures
• Ability to inspire and achieve results through others
• A team player with initiative and a commitment to outstanding customer service

Benefits of Working for Our Client

In return, they are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution
• Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years’ service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period
• The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Provision of a smartphone and laptop
• Free parking (for when you’re in the office)
• Discounted gym member – corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway
• 1 Volunteering Day per year
• Free Flu Jab
• Agile Working at our client means having some flexibility about when, where and how they work to best meet the needs of your role and service area

Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use.

Interviews will be held face-to-face – date to be confirmed.

Equality & Diversity Commitment

Our client is an equal opportunities employer. As part of their continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and their workforce accurately reflecting the community they represent, they welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. They also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant.

How to Apply

Step 1 – Click the apply button to be taken to our client's Careers Page.

Step 2 – Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification.

Step 3 – Click ‘Apply online’ below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification.

Step 4 – Press ‘submit’.