Director of Environment and Property

Preston City Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive city council in Preston is seeking a Director of Environment and Property to lead strategic initiatives and drive regeneration projects. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership skills and a strong commitment to creating a thriving community. Key responsibilities include supporting the Chief Executive and managing various neighbourhood services. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community and lead high-profile projects focused on sustainable development.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental health and operational property management.
• Demonstrated capability in leading teams and delivering change.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and partners.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Executive and provide strategic direction for the Council.
• Oversee neighbourhood services and community safety initiatives.
• Drive forward high profile regeneration projects for the city.

Skills

Proven leadership

Strategic direction

Resilience

Ambition

Job description

Position Information

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Section:
Directorate:
Location: Town Hall
Salary: £76,271 to £88,631 per annum
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 23.59 GMT on Sunday 18 January 2026

About Preston

Located on the north bank of the River Ribble, Preston is positioned at the heart of Central Lancashire and is the north west’s third largest city, the administrative capital of an £35bn economy in the County of Lancashire.

A centre for commerce, culture and innovation, Preston is a pioneering, growing and vibrant city, focused on delivering a sustainable, thriving and fair economy. Built on a rich history, it has one of the north’s largest economies with the UK’s highest concentration of aerospace production and nationally significant capabilities in nuclear fuel production and clean energy generation. With excellent transport connections, Preston is a city that celebrates diversity and its cultural traditions, a focal point for arts, culture and leisure. With a long and fascinating history, we take pride in our industrial heritage and the pioneers who have made a significant impact on a world stage.

Preston is currently undergoing a transformational period not seen for decades, with regeneration on a scale that is sub-regionally significant, with more than £1bn invested or committed to regeneration projects within the city by private and public sector partners, driving development and attracting significant inward investment.

The Council is an innovative Council, championing a pioneering city built on community wealth and shared prosperity. Delivering sustainable public services and enabling solutions for long term community wealth. Delivering a fair and strong economy in a culturally rich, healthy, clean and green city where everyone matters.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Director of Environment and Property with the experience, skills and determination to help us deliver our ambitions and priorities for residents, communities and businesses in Preston. The successful candidate will play a significant role within the Council as part of the Corporate Management Team providing support to the Chief Executive, providing strategic support to Elected Members and extensive strategic direction and collaboration with city anchor partners and stakeholders. With a portfolio responsible for neighbourhood services, environmental health, investment and operational property, engineering and community safety, the role requires a well-trained, highly motivated and dedicated employee to drive forward significant change for the city in a number of priority areas and high profile regeneration projects.

If you are a proven leader with drive, resilience and ambition who would relish the challenges that this role offers, we would very much like to hear from you.

We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, this is a politically restricted post.

For a confidential informal discussion about the role, please contact Adrian Phillips, Chief Executive on 01772906101. Please note the Council Offices are closed until 2nd Jan 2026.

We are a and Living Wage employer