Maintenance & Capital Works Manager
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Maintenance & Capital Works Manager
Social Housing | Scotland | Hybrid Working
A well-respected organisation within the social housing sector is seeking a Maintenance & Capital Works Manager to oversee property improvements and capital investment projects across its housing portfolio.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded property professional to play a key role ensuring housing assets are maintained to a high standard while supporting the delivery of planned investment works.
The role will involve providing technical oversight of capital works and maintenance programmes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, to specification, and within approved budgets.
You will act as the organisation's representative on site, working closely with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to maintain strong quality standards and effective cost control.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee capital works and property improvement projects across the housing portfolio
Monitor works on site to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and contracts
Inspect workmanship, materials, and progress against programme
Identify defects, risks, or non-compliance and ensure corrective action is taken
Work closely with consultants, contractors, and project managers to ensure high standards of delivery
Review contractor payment applications and variations
Maintain clear site inspection reports and technical documentation
Provide technical guidance to internal teams on maintenance and improvement works
Support long-term planning of property investment programmes
About You
This role would suit someone with experience in positions such as:
Maintenance Manager
Clerk of Works
Site Manager
Building Inspector
Building Surveyor
Technical Project Manager
You will bring:
Strong knowledge of construction methods and building regulations
Experience overseeing property or construction projects
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
Confidence managing contractors and consultants
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Experience within social housing, property, or construction would be highly beneficial.
A full UK driving licence will be required as the role involves travel to sites across Scotland.
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RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
- Location:
- Edinburgh
- Salary:
- £40,000 - £50,000 /annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Charity
