Special Projects – Project Manager

PURPOSE OF JOB

Hackney Council (Connect2Hackney) is seeking an experienced Special Projects Project Manager to join our Resident Safety team on an interim basis. This role is essential to delivering high-impact building safety projects following feedback from the Building Safety Regulator on our High-Risk Buildings.

You will lead the operational delivery of capital projects derived from building safety cases, ensuring health and safety risks are remediated within recommended timescales and in line with CDM Regulations 2015, the Building Safety Act 2022, and Hackney’s internal policies.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Translate building safety cases into actionable project plans.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety legislation and internal standards.
• Lead construction oversight and manage contractor performance.
• Engage residents and stakeholders to ensure transparency and reassurance.
• Monitor safety protocols and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support governance, reporting, and continuous improvement.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications and Knowledge/Skills Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience in project management within building safety or a related field.
• Strong understanding of fire safety, structural safety, and housing legislation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, CDM Regulations, Fire Safety Management).
• Membership of professional bodies (e.g. RICS, CIOB, IFSM, IOSH).

How to Apply:

Please upload your CV on the Hackney Opportunities page and a short note about your experience on the “Why would you be a good fit for this role?” on the application Hackney Opportunities page.

Connection2Hackney welcomes applications from all backgrounds.