Partnerships Manager – Residential

Construction
Lanarkshire
February 21, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Leading National Developer seeks Commercially Savvy Construction professional

Partnerships Manager – Housing
Location: Central Belt Employer: National Residential Developer Sector: Construction / Affordable HousingA leading national residential developer is seeking a Partnerships Manager to drive growth in its publicly funded housing portfolio. Based in the Central Belt, this strategic role focuses on building partnerships with housing associations and local authorities to deliver high-quality affordable housing across the UK.
Role Overview
This is a front-end, commercially focused position suited to professionals with a strong technical understanding of construction and housing delivery. You will identify opportunities, influence project pipelines from the earliest stages, and collaborate with internal planning, commercial, and development teams to shape proposals that meet client and funding requirements.
Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in construction, planning, quantity surveying, or a related discipline.
  • Solid background in construction or housing development, ideally with experience in residential or social housing.
  • Knowledge of planning processes, commercial frameworks, or business development within the built environment.
  • Existing network or ability to engage with housing associations and local authority housing teams. This role could suit someone currently working in the housing association or local government sector looking to develop their skills in the private sector.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to support bid development and secure partnerships.

    • What the Role Offers

  • Opportunity to leverage technical expertise in a strategic business development capacity.
  • Work with a respected national brand investing heavily in affordable housing.
  • Collaborative environment with access to significant resources and support.
  • Competitive salary, benefits package, and flexible working arrangements.

    • This version positions the role as ideal for candidates with technical construction knowledge who want to move into a strategic, client-facing role. It also makes the tertiary qualification requirement clear and emphasises planning/commercial/business development experience.

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