Property Project Manager Jobs

Are you interested in a career in project management? Our project managers at Anchor are part of the wider property team and are there to deliver high-quality property investment projects that will improve the overall safety, comfort and sustainability of our care homes.

A project management career at Anchor offers a role with a real purpose, with the aim of enhancing the lives of older people throughout the UK.

Our property project manager roles

We currently have two roles within our project management team:

Project manager

As a project manager at Anchor, you’ll manage investment projects, from planning right through to completion, while ensuring all works are carried out safely and efficiently, to a high standard every time. You’ll coordinate projects that meet regulatory requirements, strengthen governance, and deliver great outcomes for residents, working closely with:

Colleagues
Contractors
Suppliers

What does a project manager role at Anchor involve?

As a property project manager, you’ll be responsible for:

Delivering planned investment projects to an agreed cost, time and quality standard
Managing supply chain partners and driving strong contractor performance
Developing briefs and turning them into deliverable work packages
Ensuring compliance with CDM, Decent Homes, HHSRS and Building Safety
Overseeing budgets, valuations and financial reporting
Maintaining accurate project documentation and governance controls
Promoting inclusive, ethical and customer-focused practice
Identifying risks early, escalating concerns and challenging performance where needed

Senior project manager

As a senior project manager at Anchor, you’ll play a crucial role in our property team. You’ll take ownership of planned maintenance projects from inception through to completion, while ensuring every project meets cost, quality, and regulatory expectations. You’ll lead and develop a team of technical specialists, working closely with colleagues across the Property & Assets team, and the following wider Anchor teams:

•   Care
•   Homeownership
•   Rented Operational

What does a senior project manager role at Anchor involve?

As a senior project manager, you’ll be responsible for:

Developing customer-focused planned maintenance
Ensuring all projects comply with CDM regulations, Section 20 requirements, Decent Homes guidance and statutory requirements
Managing budgets, valuations and financial forecasting
Overseeing procurement activity
Providing expert advice on contracts, commercial matters and property standards
Developing briefs and converting them into deliverable packages
Monitoring contract performance while identifying risks and taking decisive actions
Driving continuous improvement and an excellent customer experience
Ensuring accurate electronic storage of project documentation

Skills needed for our project manager careers at Anchor

Explore the transferable skills and qualifications required for both our project manager and senior project manager roles at Anchor:

Strong project management skills
Experience delivering construction, maintenance or investment projects
Experience managing contractors and supply chain partners
Ability to develop briefs and work packages
An understanding of JCT and NEC contract frameworks
Knowledge of procurement routes
Understanding the process of resolving disputes
Understanding of CDM 2015 regulations, the Decent Homes Standard and building regulation requirements
Experience managing budgets, valuations, financial reporting and financial forecasting
Strong risk management skills: able to identify risk early on and take action if and when required
Able to analyse data to make informed data-led decisions
Able to deliver a high-quality customer experience
Have a HNC in Construction or equivalent
Have a SSSTS, SMSTS or IOSH qualification, or alternatively be willing to achieve this
Obtain a full UK Driving Licence
Have flexibility to travel regionally when required

Why choose a career in project management with Anchor?

Enjoy a role with a real purpose, helping to shape safe, sustainable and comfortable homes for older people
The opportunity to develop your career with access to high-quality training, leadership pathways and opportunities for progression
Proudly work for a not-for-profit organisation where every penny is reinvested back into our homes, residents and colleagues
Work within a supportive environment where your wellbeing and career development are a top priority
Enjoy an excellent range of rewards and benefits
Benefit from a competitive salary

Find out more about why you should start a career with Anchor.

Ready to join Anchor’s property team?

If you would like to play a crucial role in our Property and Assets team and use your expertise and experience in the field to make a real difference in the lives of older people, then our project manager roles are the ideal fit for you.

Register your interest today or browse our current vacancies. If you’re not yet 100% on the career path you want to take, find out more about where you fit at Anchor.