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Job Title: Social Value Manager
Location: Redbridge
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable (DOE)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established main contractor with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality construction projects across London and the Southeast. Based in East London, they operate in a variety of sectors including leisure, education, retail, healthcare, and housing.

With a reputation for delivering projects on time and to a high standard, they work with both public and private sector clients on a range of new build and refurbishment schemes. Project values typically range from £500,000 to £7 million, with larger projects occasionally undertaken.

Example Projects:

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Residential: 10+ new build flats – £2M+

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Leisure: Council-led project including pool, gym, reception, and studio

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Social Housing: Regeneration scheme – £500K+

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Healthcare: East London GP surgery

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Commercial: Full fit-out of a retail unit in a shopping centre

The Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Social Value Manager to lead the development and delivery of social value initiatives across our client’s live and upcoming projects. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring each project leaves a lasting, positive impact on the local community.

Key Responsibilities

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Develop and implement tailored social value plans for each project

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Lead community engagement activities, aligning with client and stakeholder goals

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Oversee initiatives around employment, skills, education, and local supply chains

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Provide social value content and strategy support to pre-construction and bid teams

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Measure and report social value outcomes using recognised frameworks (e.g. TOMs, Social Value Portal, HACT)

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Build strong relationships with local authorities, community organisations, and educational institutions

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Deliver internal training and promote a culture of social responsibility across the business

About You

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Proven experience in a social value, CSR, or community engagement role within construction or the built environment

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Solid understanding of social value measurement frameworks, KPIs, and relevant legislation

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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

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Committed to fostering inclusion and delivering long-term community impact

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Capable of managing multiple projects and working collaboratively across teams

Desirable:

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Experience with public sector frameworks and working in London/Southeast communities

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Background in both new build and refurbishment construction projects

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Qualifications in sustainability, social value, or community development

What’s on Offer

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The chance to shape and lead the company’s social value strategy

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A supportive and collaborative working environment with clear progression opportunities

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Competitive salary and benefits package

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The opportunity to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve