Planned Works Manager
| Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,390 to £50,986 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 August 2025 |
| Location: | Colchester, Essex |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Colchester City Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | COLREQ01503 |
Summary
Full-Time 37 hours per week
Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026
Colchester Borough Homes is seeking a dynamic and experienced Planned Works Manager to join our 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 We’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
Why Join CBH?
• We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package,
including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous 20.8% employer
contribution
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Annual leave starting at 23 days, rising to 26 days after 5 years, plus bank
holidays and two additional company holidays at Christmas
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days of leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company-provided smartphone and laptop
• Discounted gym membership
• 1 Volunteering Day per year
• Free flu jab
• Agile working arrangements for flexibility in how, when, and where you work
• Additional perks including professional subscription payment, free annual eye
tests, and contributions toward VDU glasses
To learn more about Colchester Borough Homes, visit www.cbhomes.org.uk.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Wicks, Head of Assets & New Homes, on 07850 066129.
Interview date: To be confirmed
Equality & Diversity Commitment
Colchester Borough Homes is an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and to help ensure our workforce reflects the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and we are members of the Armed Forces Covenant.
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