Billable Works Manager- Plymouth

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Job Title: Billable Works Manager
Location: Plymouth (covering sites from Plymouth to Bristol)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £38,000 £45,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

Mainstay Recruitment are seeking an ambitious and highly motivated Billable Works Manager to deliver a diverse programme of refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects across a large Defence housing portfolio of over 30,000 properties for our prestigious client. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out of projects ranging from minor remedial works and internal refurbishments through to major seven-figure schemes.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full project lifecyclefrom initial scoping and design through procurement and delivery to final handover. Working closely with regional leadership, project teams, and maintenance functions, you will ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance, while maintaining an excellent customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the end-to-end delivery of billable works projects, ensuring adherence to contractual, regulatory, and compliance standards
Manage a varied portfolio of works, from small refurbishments to complex, high- value projects
Lead and coordinate supply chain partners, ensuring performance, value for money, and quality outcomes
Ensure all works are delivered in line with approved specifications, cost plans, and tender documentation
Maintain strict compliance with Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and asbestos regulations
Monitor budgets, track performance, and maintain accurate records to ensure audit readiness
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including residents, clients, internal teams, and external partners
Provide clear communication throughout project delivery, managing expectations and resolving issues effectively
Prepare performance reports, analyse data, forecast spend, and identify opportunities for improvement
Accurately scope works, assess risks, and provide technical input where required

About You

Proven experience in project management within housing, construction, or property services
Strong commercial awareness and contractor management experience
Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement abilities
Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Relevant construction or property qualification
SMSTS certification (or equivalent)
Commitment to continuous professional development
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including MS Project

What We Offer

6% employee matched pension contribution
25 days annual leave
Private medical cover (single)
Company car or car allowance
Life assurance (2x annual salary)

To apply for this role, please follow the link on this page or for more information call Mainstay Recuruitment and ask for Will.

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Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
£45,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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