Capital Works Delivery Manager
CV-LibraryChester, Cheshire West and ChesterpermanentPosted: 2 April 2026
Apply NowFraser Edwards are currently recruiting a Capital Works Delivery Manager for a Permanent role. This position will be working across the Chester and Stoke areas within social housing refurbishment projects.
Our client is a leading social housing property contractor and part of a well-established group. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their operational team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that specialises in delivering high-quality refurbishment and retrofit works, with a strong focus on improving homes and communities.
Candidates must have relevant qualifications, experience in site management, and a strong background in social housing or refurbishment projects.
The Role:
* Lead, manage, and coordinate site teams and subcontractors to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of social housing refurbishment programmes
* Oversee internal and external refurbishment works, ensuring projects are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget
* Ensure strict adherence to all Health & Safety policies and procedures, working closely with H&S advisors
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date Health & Safety documentation and records
* Ensure Environmental and Waste Management policies are followed at all times
* Carry out site inductions for all staff, subcontractors, and visitors
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and customer satisfaction standards
* Monitor site performance and ensure all work meets required quality standards
* Review and challenge subcontractor RAMS prior to approval
* Motivate, manage, and support site staff, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback
* Organise and lead site meetings, ensuring effective planning and resource management
* Maintain high standards of site presentation at all times
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- NVQ Level 4 or HNC (or equivalent) in Construction or related field
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
- First Aid at Work certificate
- Valid Scaffold Inspection certification
- Asbestos Awareness (Duty to Manage desirable)
- Proven experience managing internal and external refurbishment projects
- Strong understanding of building refurbishment works
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Desirable:
* CIOB membership or similar professional accreditation
* Experience working with social housing or affordable housing clients
* Retrofit project experience
* Knowledge of ASTA planning software
* Experience working with JCT and NEC contracts
* Quality assurance and temporary works knowledge
* Experience coordinating with resident liaison teams
Package:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Profit-related bonus scheme
* Motor Expenditure Allowance (£4,000)
* Company benefits package including private healthcare and dental
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off (34 days total)
* Bonus opportunities up to 10%
* Salary sacrifice car lease scheme
* Extensive training and development opportunities
* Discounted gym memberships and retail discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Referral bonus scheme
Schedule:
- Full Time
- Permanent Role
- Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
- SMSTS (required)
- NVQ Level 4 / HNC (preferred)
- First Aid at Work (required)
- Scaffold Inspection (preferred)
- Asbestos Awareness (preferred)
- Full UK Driving Licence (required)
Our client is a leading social housing property contractor and part of a well-established group. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their operational team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that specialises in delivering high-quality refurbishment and retrofit works, with a strong focus on improving homes and communities.
Candidates must have relevant qualifications, experience in site management, and a strong background in social housing or refurbishment projects.
The Role:
* Lead, manage, and coordinate site teams and subcontractors to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of social housing refurbishment programmes
* Oversee internal and external refurbishment works, ensuring projects are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget
* Ensure strict adherence to all Health & Safety policies and procedures, working closely with H&S advisors
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date Health & Safety documentation and records
* Ensure Environmental and Waste Management policies are followed at all times
* Carry out site inductions for all staff, subcontractors, and visitors
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and customer satisfaction standards
* Monitor site performance and ensure all work meets required quality standards
* Review and challenge subcontractor RAMS prior to approval
* Motivate, manage, and support site staff, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback
* Organise and lead site meetings, ensuring effective planning and resource management
* Maintain high standards of site presentation at all times
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- NVQ Level 4 or HNC (or equivalent) in Construction or related field
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
- First Aid at Work certificate
- Valid Scaffold Inspection certification
- Asbestos Awareness (Duty to Manage desirable)
- Proven experience managing internal and external refurbishment projects
- Strong understanding of building refurbishment works
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Desirable:
* CIOB membership or similar professional accreditation
* Experience working with social housing or affordable housing clients
* Retrofit project experience
* Knowledge of ASTA planning software
* Experience working with JCT and NEC contracts
* Quality assurance and temporary works knowledge
* Experience coordinating with resident liaison teams
Package:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Profit-related bonus scheme
* Motor Expenditure Allowance (£4,000)
* Company benefits package including private healthcare and dental
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off (34 days total)
* Bonus opportunities up to 10%
* Salary sacrifice car lease scheme
* Extensive training and development opportunities
* Discounted gym memberships and retail discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Referral bonus scheme
Schedule:
- Full Time
- Permanent Role
- Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
- SMSTS (required)
- NVQ Level 4 / HNC (preferred)
- First Aid at Work (required)
- Scaffold Inspection (preferred)
- Asbestos Awareness (preferred)
- Full UK Driving Licence (required)