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Head of Housing Design and Delivery - Local Authority

• Day Rate: £300 to £400 via umbrella
• Location: Manchester (M9 Postcode, Hybrid working)

We are seeking a Head of Housing Design and Delivery to provide effective leadership and strategic oversight in the Capital Programme Service within the Corporate Services Directorate of our client. This senior role involves coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, developing key relationships, and managing housing programmes to meet organisational priorities and targets.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead the business area by providing coordination, direction, and governance to both internal and external multi-disciplinary professional teams.
• Develop collaborative relationships within the Council, with contracting partners, and across the supply chain.
• Deliver and manage housing programmes, focusing on service delivery and meeting organisational priorities.
• Commission and coordinate resources effectively, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Lead on investment and strategic asset management, including the development of a fully costed 30-year plan.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on the housing programme to senior management and various committees.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Higher level qualification (e.g., BSc, BEng, MSc, MEng) in a relevant construction or business management discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in coordinating and leading the delivery of construction projects, preferably housing-based, in a multi-disciplinary professional services environment.
• Full membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g., MICE, MCIOB, IMechE, MAPM, MICE) is ideal. Chartered status or working towards it is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of construction-related contracts (JCT, NEC3&4, PSPC) and CDM 2015 requirements.
• Understanding of the national policy context for local government, specifically in relation to capital programmes, financing, and construction projects.
• Advanced project and programme management skills, with a proven track record in financial management of complex development programmes.

Key Role Accountabilities:

• Ensure risk management systems are incorporated into all aspects of the Design and Delivery service.
• Lead on performance improvements and the development of the asset management strategy.
• Manage the commercial performance of all projects, ensuring compliance with contracts.
• Engage with the local community to implement sustainable community strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

This leadership role is pivotal in driving the success of their housing initiatives and requires a dedicated professional who can manage complex challenges and deliver exceptional results for Manchester. If you are ready to make a significant impact and lead our housing design and delivery efforts, we encourage you to apply.

To apply for this Head of Housing Design and Delivery position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.