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Westminster Council - Head of Capital Programmes

Remedy Recruitment Group
Posted 20 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

London, Greater London SW18 4DJ, England

Salary

£35 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The role involves leading the delivery of a £35m annual capital programme, focusing on various housing improvements.
  • Candidates should have extensive experience in managing large-scale capital programmes, ideally with at least 5 years in housing or property management.
  • The position requires strong leadership skills to manage a team of around 25 professionals and oversee contracts with two primary contractors.
  • Proficiency in the RIBA process and strong communication skills for engaging with residents and stakeholders are essential.
  • This role offers a hybrid working environment based at City Hall, Westminster, with a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of the £35m annual capital programme, including:

Window and roof renewals.

Fire prevention upgrades.

Kitchen and bathroom replacements.

External decorations.

Flat de-conversions.

Manage a team of around 25 professionals, driving performance and delivering excellence in programme execution.

Oversee contracts with two primary contractors: Axis Europe and United Living.

Ensure compliance with the RIBA process from inception to completion, including commissioning, contract letting, on-site works, and final sign-off.

Proactively engage with residents, ensuring clear communication and resolution of concerns throughout the programme. Provide regular operational and financial updates to stakeholders and senior management.

Maintain and update the risk register, identifying and mitigating risks effectively.

Conduct site visits regularly to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with safety standards.

Essential Requirements

Extensive experience in managing large-scale capital programmes, ideally within housing or property management.

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams.

Proficiency in contract management and working with external contractors.

In-depth knowledge of the RIBA process and delivering projects across all stages.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly with residents and senior officials.

Financial and operational acumen, with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget.

A solution-focused approach with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards.

Work Environment This role is based at City Hall, Westminster, with hybrid working arrangements and regular travel to various sites within the borough. This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role in delivering transformative improvements to Westminster's housing stock.

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.