The successful candidate will be based at Endurance House Vision Park Chivers Way Histon Cambridge CB24 9ZR with the optional flexibility of hybrid working to support work life balance whilst meeting the requirements of the role
Fixed Term Contract Approximatley 18 months
About the role:
As Senior Project Manager you will have responsibility for planning delivering and embedding two high-profile business critical projects:
Implementation of new housing management IT system
Refurbishment of head office; and
Supporting other corporate priority projects
You will work closely with internal teams external partners and senior leaders to ensure both projects are delivered to time budget scope and quality whilst providing regular progress reports to the Corporate Management Team (CMT) HRG Cttee and Board as required.
As the Senior Project Manager your duties will include:
Developing project scope deliverables timelines and budgets in line with business objectives for two complex projects.
Manage project governance including risk issues dependencies and change control acting as primary contact for queries.
Build strong relationships across internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth delivery of both projects.
Support change management activities including training adoption and changes to current practice and procedure.
Ensure compliance with CHS policies and procedures including financial regulations health and safety data protection IT and data security.
Attendance at meetings with colleagues and other professionals as required.
About you
Proven experience of managing large complex projects simultaneously.
Project management qualification (eg; PRINCE2) or equivalent project management software
You will have a minimum 5 years experience in project management.
You will have proven experience in project managing the implementation of complex IT systems and/or office refurbishment programmes from start to finish.
You will have knowledge and understanding of Project management software and tools.
Strong leadership skills; able to inspire influence and build strong relationships at all levels.
Excellent communication leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Access to transport for work purposes and business insurance for own vehicle where appropriate.
As part of the recruitment and selection process candidates will be required to complete an online Personality Profiler.
For an informal chat about the post please contact Kathy Batey Director of Corporate Services on
Closing Date: midnight Sunday 12 April 2026
Interviews to be held on: Monday 27 April 2026
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About Us
Founded in 1927 Cambridge Housing Society (CHS) is an independent housing association with over 3000 homes in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire. We are one of only two independent housing associations working just in Cambridgeshire and we are the only one to offer a blend of affordable rented homes specialist supported housing and a range of community support services.
Our Purpose
We are here to enable people to flourish by providing security and creating opportunities through the delivery of high-quality Cambridgeshire based homes with support.
The Benefits
Vision & Values
CHS will be a trusted local provider of long term affordable secure housing. We listen to our tenants and customers and provide support where needed. We will be entrepreneurial with a social purpose developing local partnerships and looking for new opportunities to support communities in Cambridgeshire.
Our Values are:
Our Values are:
The way we work the CHS way
Benefits
Employee discount scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
Company sick pay
Comprehensive free training & development
Doctor Care Anywhere
Contributory pension scheme
Business mileage allowance
Employee Assistance Programme
Documents
Required Experience:
Senior IC
CHS Group is a charitable housing association & social enterprise helping people and communities in and around Cambridgeshire