General Manager - Assets

TN United Kingdom; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim General Manager to lead improvement programmes in housing and neighbourhoods. This role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver major projects while ensuring compliance with the Council's strategies. You will be responsible for managing budgets, developing standard operating procedures, and ensuring effective contract management. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the housing sector. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for community improvement, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in delivering improvement schemes in housing.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams for major improvement programmes.
• Manage and oversee multiple programmes ensuring timely delivery.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Contract Management

Procurement Standards

Education

Degree-level qualification

Professional membership (MCIOB, MRICS, RIBA, MRTPI, MCIH)

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Spencer Clarke Group

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West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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02.05.2025

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16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Interim General Manager - Assets

Location: West Yorkshire, UK

Duration: Interim - Ongoing

As the Interim General Manager - Assets Delivery, you will work closely with the Service Manager Assets to execute HRA (Housing Revenue Account) capital and revenue-funded improvement programmes for Homes and Neighbourhoods. Your role will involve leading multi-disciplinary teams to plan, manage, and deliver major improvement programmes, ensuring alignment with the Council's Housing/Asset Strategy and Service Plans. You will be responsible for appraising and progressing programmes of works, demonstrating effective leadership and management skills throughout the operational delivery process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to plan, manage, and deliver major improvement programmes for Homes and Neighbourhoods.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures aligned with the Service’s Quality Management System (QMS) framework and industry best practices.
• Review and propose updates to standard operating procedures to reflect changing circumstances and learning.
• Manage and oversee multiple programmes of work, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and compliance with statutory and policy requirements.
• Develop projects and programmes in accordance with procurement and financial standards, ensuring appropriate mechanisms for contract management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Professional membership in a relevant institution such as MCIOB, MRICS, RIBA, MRTPI, or MCIH.
• Proven experience in delivering improvement schemes from inception to completion, preferably within a housing environment.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of procurement and financial standards, with experience in contract management.

How to Apply

Please submit your application along with a detailed CV and contact Joe O’Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on 01772 954200.