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Housing Benefit Project Lead
Fixed Term Contract, 3-6 months+
50,000
Work from home - 1 day in the office per week in Birmingham

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Housing Benefit Project Lead to play a critical role in maximising the organisation's rental income by ensuring that all eligible tenants are in receipt of full Housing Benefit entitlement.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Housing Benefit Project Lead:

• Lead a targeted project to identify and resolve part-payment tenant accounts.
• Investigate and challenge Housing Benefit shortfalls, suspensions, and appeals.
• Liaise with local authorities, care providers, and internal teams to ensure accurate rent and eligibility information.
• Oversee and support a Rental Income Officer, ensuring effective workload management.
• Work collaboratively with Finance and Housing teams to ensure rent account accuracy.
• Maintain relationships with external partners and provide regular progress updates.
• Produce weekly reports highlighting income recovered, outstanding cases, and next steps.
• Track performance against targets and recommend process improvements where needed.

Essential Requirements of the Housing Benefit Project Lead:

• Proven experience within Specialised Supported Housing or a similar environment.
• Strong understanding of Housing Benefit regulations and enhanced eligibility criteria.
• Track record of resolving complex HB cases and increasing rental income.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Confident producing data-driven reports and presenting to senior stakeholders.

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston - Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 - 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering projects, including infrastructure, transportation, and land development.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage them effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee and manage project teams, including engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering codes, standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct site visits and technical assessments as required (though predominantly remote).
• Approve project-related documentation, including designs, reports, and specifications.
• Monitor project progress and performance, reporting on key milestones and deviations.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment, even in a remote setting.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in civil engineering project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale civil engineering projects.
• In-depth knowledge of structural design, construction methods, and site development.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and CAD software.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.

• Leading and managing multiple complex technical projects simultaneously.
• Developing detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Identifying and managing project risks and issues.
• Facilitating communication between development teams, stakeholders, and management.
• Ensuring adherence to project management best practices and company standards.
• Driving project execution and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Mentoring and guiding junior project managers and team members.
• Reporting on project status, progress, and key metrics.
• Collaborating with product owners to define project requirements and scope.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on technical projects.
• Proven experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and IT infrastructure.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or CSM certification is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment, demonstrating strong autonomy and collaboration.

• Developing comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Managing day-to-day construction activities, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring work proceeds according to plan.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks or delays, and implementing proactive solutions.
• Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety regulations and quality control standards on all project sites.
• Managing project finances, including approving expenditures, tracking costs, and preparing financial reports.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Conducting regular site inspections and progress meetings with all stakeholders.
• Resolving on-site issues and conflicts efficiently and effectively.
• Maintaining accurate project documentation, including progress reports, site diaries, and safety records.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.

• Lead and manage multiple complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Manage project stakeholders effectively, ensuring clear communication and managing expectations.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting Agile best practices.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality project outcomes within defined constraints.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.
• Manage vendor relationships and external project contributions.
• Prepare and present comprehensive project status reports to senior management.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification (e.g., PMP-ACP, SAFe).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile methodologies.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.