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- Act as the lead client on complex projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Drive the delivery of new housing, schools, and community facilities, securing planning approvals and capital receipts.
- Develop and implement options for the physical development and regeneration of Council-owned sites, incorporating high-quality design and sustainability standards.
- Procure development and regeneration projects, ensuring best practices in design, construction, and innovation.
- Manage integrated project teams, including consultants and solicitors, to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
- Oversee projects through the planning process, including Section 106 agreements.
- Advise on procurement strategies, whole-life costs, and risk management for new-build developments.
- Manage delegated budgets, ensuring effective monitoring and control of costs, time, quality, and safety.
- Lead project risk management exercises and report to senior leadership on potential risks to budget, programme, and outputs.
- Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including residents, schools, community groups, and external partners.
- Ensure compliance with funding requirements from Homes England, GLA, and other key funders.
- Draft corporate policy papers and present to Project Boards and Director-level stakeholders.
- Line manage and mentor team members, including Development Managers and Consultation Officers.
- A relevant degree in construction, development, or regeneration (or equivalent experience) and evidence of continuous professional development (minimum 5 years).
- Membership of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB.
- Proven experience in delivering complex regeneration and development projects from inception to completion.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage technically complex projects impacting residents and stakeholders.
- Expertise in procurement, design, and construction technology, with a strong understanding of housing strategy and Health & Safety regulations.
- Experience in managing budgets, cost control, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- A commitment to equality, diversity, and customer care in service delivery.
