Project Manager

Under the direction of our new Managing Director, we are currently recruiting for a range of expertise in the field of Property, Fire and Major Works. About the Project Manager role Reporting to the Head of Property Services, the Project Manager will oversee and lead the successful completion of property-related major works within Section 20 legislation and will be keenly involved in specific projects relating to Fire Risk, fire compartmentalisation and fire stopping, promoting the safety and quality of living for our retired homeowners. The Project Manager will ensure that CEM meet the required legal compliance frameworks and timeframes to achieve business objectives, managing projects and property-related works across a portfolio of retirement developments across the UK. Main responsibilities of the Project Manager will include :

• Scoping the project and managing the programme of works, adopting sound project management principles.
• Procuring and managing professional working relationships with external works contractors and suppliers.
• Maintaining professional contact and communication through the various project stages with Homeowners, Landlords, internal stakeholders and contractors.
• Working in collaboration with Colleagues across departments.
• Ensuring sound financial management of the project and understanding contingency funds.
• Understanding and escalating risks, providing guidance on any issues to ensure successful completion of each project.
• Producing written reports detailing progress to inform CEM Board reports.
This Project Manager is supported by a Major Works Programme Supervisor, based at Head Office, who will support in project co-ordination and administration. The successful Project Manager will make a positive impact on the lives of our residents, contributing to the success of our vibrant retirement living communities.

Our new Project Manager will have a proven track record of project management in property-related works, and in particular, demonstrable experience of Fire projects and / or Section 20 Legislation and Major Works. Experience of working within the leasehold property sector would be an advantage. Ideally, alongside your proven experience you will be well educated to degree level (or equivalent) and hold a recognised professional qualification in project management. Your style will be self-assured, organised, methodical and professional, able to juggle several tasks simultaneously, demonstrating resilience to challenges and excellent attention to detail. You will be confident in challenging contractors to ensure the overall quality and timeliness of work. You will have an exceptional ability to communicate at all levels, with excellent written and spoken English in order to manage expectations at every touchpoint, including Board level.

Churchill Estates Management (CEM) is a leading property management company specialising in independent retirement living. Having undergone exciting changes recently, we are continuing to see rapid business growth., Churchill Estates Management is a wholly owned subsidiary of Churchill Retirement Plc. The business has grown year on year since launching in 2006 and we now manage more than 220 retirement developments, 9,000 apartments, supporting over 11,000 retired people nationally. Our Head Office, based in Ringwood, provides vital centralised services in support of our retirement developments who in turn are supported by a team of experienced Regional and Area Managers, right across the UK. Our service is about so much more than simply buildings and facilities management, we provide an enhanced lifestyle for our homeowners in their retirement. You will find all Colleagues of CEM extremely passionate about this, and we go above and beyond to ensure our customers enjoy their retirement, and their loved ones have peace of mind. We are an ambitious and innovative company who have a clear growth strategy for the years ahead. Our Vision is to be the best property management company in the UK. We understand the importance of protecting your personal data when you submit a job application. For more information on how we process your personal data please read our Privacy Policy. © 2024 Talent.com


• Competitive salary
• Cash for car or company car
• Mileage reimbursed
• Annual holiday entitlement - 24 days, plus Bank Holidays
• Day off on your birthday
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Private medical cover
• Health Screening
• Life Assurance
• Eye Care vouchers
• 200 John Lewis vouchers for expectant parents
• Colleague, Client and Land Introduction incentives
• Charity fund matching through Churchill Foundation