Job Details

Social Value Officer

Job Description

Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer

Salary and Package

-45,000 to55,000 per annum depending on experience
Hybrid working arrangement
Company benefits package
Long-term career opportunity within a stable contractor

Location - West London

Full-time, Permanent Position

Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer required for a growing London contractor delivering affordable housing and residential schemes across the capital. This Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer position offers involvement across live construction projects with real community impact. The Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer will work closely with operational teams and local stakeholders to ensure planning obligations are achieved. This Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer role suits someone experienced in social value delivery within construction or regeneration environments. The Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer will play a visible and important role across projects from pre-construction through delivery.

About the Company

An established London-based design and build contractor delivering residential, affordable housing, and mixed-use developments for both public and private sector clients. The business operates with a strong focus on quality, collaboration, sustainability, and careful project delivery, supported by experienced management teams and long-standing client relationships.

Why Join Them

The company maintains a consistent pipeline of residential schemes across London, providing stability and continuity of work. Teams work collaboratively across design, construction, and community engagement functions, allowing social value to be embedded properly rather than treated as a compliance exercise. You will join a contractor that values practical delivery, clear communication, and long-term relationships with local communities and partners. The role offers genuine ownership and the opportunity to shape social value outcomes across multiple projects.

About the Role

The Social Value andamp; S106 Liaison Officer will ensure planning and contractual social value commitments are delivered effectively across live construction projects.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and monitoring Section 106 and social value obligations

  • Acting as the main point of contact for community engagement matters

  • Building relationships with local authorities, residents, and community groups

  • Coordinating newsletters, project updates, and community communications

  • Organising engagement events, site visits, and local initiatives

  • Working with site teams to address community feedback and enquiries

  • Developing partnerships with schools, colleges, and training providers

  • Supporting employment and skills initiatives linked to projects

  • Coordinating work placements and careers engagement activities

  • Delivering presentations promoting construction career pathways

  • Collaborating with supply chain partners to achieve social value targets

  • Supporting charitable and volunteering initiatives aligned with project commitments

  • Tracking and reporting social value performance against agreed metrics

  • Maintaining accurate records to demonstrate compliance

  • Supporting pre-construction teams with social value planning where required

The role involves regular interaction with operational teams and external stakeholders, requiring strong organisation, communication skills, and an understanding of construction project environments.

Summary

This is a well-rounded opportunity for a social value professional seeking a role with genuine responsibility and visibility. You will contribute directly to community outcomes while working alongside experienced construction teams delivering meaningful residential developments across London.

Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.