Housing & Property Maintenance

Pre-Construction Commercial Manager

🏗️ Pre-Construction Commercial Manager📍 Location: Finsbury Park (WPS Business)🎯 Purpose of the RoleTo lead and deliver pre-construction commercial services that support the work-winning strategy for the business unit. This includes overseeing estimates, commercial and operational solutions, and ensuring compliance with frameworks and KPIs. You’ll also manage a team and approve tenders.🛠️ Key Responsibilities 📊 Develop and report on the operational plan for precontract services. 🧠 Create tender strategies including risk, opportunities, CVRs, and cash flows. 🤝 Partner with senior stakeholders to align with growth and performance goals. 👥 Lead and manage the precontract team to meet tender and quality targets. ✅ Ensure compliance with Wates Operating Framework and industry standards. 🗣️ Represent Wates in client meetings to influence market direction. 🔄 Monitor and adapt BU strategies based on market and bid performance. ⚖️ Manage risk in estimation processes and approve tender clarifications. 🧾 Attend settlement and strategic meetings. 🌍 Sign off commercial proposals related to Social Value. 🔍 Review bids to maximise operational solutions. 📈 Lead post-tender reviews for continuous improvement. 🚀 Oversee premobilisation training and reviews. 🧰 Support project teams and maintain Salesforce data.🗣️ Communication & Influence 📝 Produce clear, action-oriented reports for senior leaders and forums. 🧭 Chair meetings and mediate between differing views. 🤝 Gain stakeholder buy-in across management teams. 🧩 Train teams in complex or emerging legal areas. 📣 Contribute to WPS CLT meetings and influence tendering strategy.💷 Financial & People Responsibilities 💰 Manage functional expenditure within budget. 📊 Oversee pre-tender P&L across four divisions (up to £1bn annually). 👥 Line manage and coach team members. 🤝 Manage third-party contributors in the tender process.🎓 What We’re Looking For📚 Knowledge Industry and sector expertise. Strong project management and commercial/legal acumen. Up-to-date with sector-specific legislation. Skilled in risk management.🎓 Qualifications Degree qualified. Chartered status (RICS, CIOB or equivalent).Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting One of the Recruitment Team will then be in contact to discuss the role in more detail and advise of next steps.

Commercial Project Manager

🌟 We're Hiring: Commercial Project ManagerLocation: Finsbury Park Office (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home)Salary: Competitive + BenefitsContract Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the RoleWe’re looking for a Commercial Project Manager to lead and deliver high-value internal commercial projects (starting at £500k+), driving cost savings, financial tracking, and strategic improvements across our business.This is a finance-focused role with a strong commercial lens, ideal for someone with a Quantity Surveying background who’s ready to move beyond traditional QS work and take ownership of impactful, business-critical projects.Key Responsibilities Lead multiple strategic and functional projects from scope to delivery. Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business to ensure buy-in and successful implementation. Provide detailed commercial and cost-benefit analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, and P&L impact. Track financial benefits and ensure spend with third-party consultants delivers best value. Report on project progress, risks, and outcomes to leadership. Travel across WPS sites and offices to engage with teams and ensure project alignment.What We’re Looking For Experience in housing maintenance or construction. Strong commercial acumen and project management skills. Background in Quantity Surveying or similar, ideally at a senior level. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. A self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. Comfortable working independently and managing cross-functional teams.Working Style Hybrid working: 3 days in our Finsbury Park office, 2 days from home. Flexible working options available. Travel required across WPS sites.Why Join Us? Be part of a small, agile team making a big impact. Work on high-value projects that shape the future of our commercial operations. Enjoy autonomy, variety, and the opportunity to influence strategic decisions.Ready to Apply?If you're a commercially minded professional looking to step into a broader, more strategic role — we’d love to hear from you.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Supervisor

Join Our Team – Supervisor (Walton-on-Thames)We’re looking for a proactive and experienced Supervisor to lead a team of 10 multi-trade operatives delivering responsive maintenance services across our properties in Walton-on-Thames. If you have a strong background in managing diverse trades and ensuring high standards of service and safety, this could be your next great opportunity.🔧 Your Role Will Include: Supervising a team of 10 operatives across various trades, ensuring productivity and quality of work. Monitoring and enforcing health and safety compliance across all job sites. Allocating operatives to jobs and ensuring timely attendance and completion. Managing complaint cases from initial report through to resolution and completion. Liaising with tenants, internal teams, and contractors to maintain service excellence. Supporting scheduling, resource planning, and performance tracking.📋 What We’re Looking For: SSSTS certification (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) – essential. Proven experience in supervising repairs and maintenance in a social housing or similar environment. Strong knowledge of multiple trades including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building. Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. A full UK driving licence.🎁 What You’ll Get: A collaborative and supportive team environment. Opportunities for career development and training. Competitive benefits including a company vehicle or allowance, pension scheme, and generous holiday entitlement.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Head of Social Value

🌱 Head of Social Value – WPS📍 Finsbury Park ¦ Hybrid Working / National🕰️ Permanent 🎯 Be the first to shape a legacy of impact💡 About WPSWelcome to WPS, where innovation meets impact. Social value isn’t a buzzword here; it’s our heartbeat. And now, we’re launching a first-of-its-kind role in our WPS business to take our purpose to the next level. We’re looking for a visionary to lead our social value strategy, with a sharp focus on green and renewable skills. If you’re passionate about creating real change and tackling the UK’s green skills gap, this is your moment.🌍 Your MissionAs our Head of Social Value, you’ll: Craft and deliver a bold social value strategy tailored to WPS and our renewables arm, Liberty. Design programmes that create jobs, apprenticeships, and training pathways for a net zero future. Build powerful partnerships with colleges, training providers, and government agencies. Lead a team to deliver measurable impact across communities. Represent WPS at industry forums and shape the national conversation on social value.🧠 What You Bring A strategic mindset with 5+ years in social value leadership. A degree in Social Value, Sustainability, or Corporate Responsibility. A knack for storytelling, influencing, and inspiring change. Experience with tools like TOMs, Social Value Portal, and SROI. A collaborative spirit and a “can-do” attitude.🎯 Why This Role Rocks You’ll be the first to hold this position—your ideas will shape the future. You’ll work directly with the WPS Director of Net Zero and collaborate across HR, Comms, Procurement, and more. You’ll have the chance to secure awards, influence policy, and build a legacy.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting 💬 Ready to Inspire Better Ways?If you’re ready to lead the charge in social value innovation and make a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you.👉 Apply now and be the change.