CEO, Building Standards Agency (Designate)

RIAI; Dublin; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is establishing the Building Standards Agency to advance governance, inspection capacity, and building control oversight in Ireland. This role leads the formation of a new national agency and ensures robust structures, policies and strategic direction in the public interest.

The Chief Executive Officer (Designate) will work with the Board, Local Authorities and senior government bodies to deliver on the Agency’s mandate and shape the

Qualifications

• The Candidate information Booklet contains the duties and eligibility criteria.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and development of a new state body to promote compliance with building regulations.
• Develop and oversee organisational structures, systems, policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership through strategic objectives for modern building control.
• Establish high standards of corporate governance in line with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
• Develop and deliver a strategic workforce plan for the Agency.
• Lead, develop and manage the performance of the senior management team.
• Manage the Agency’s budget, resources and reporting obligations to Government.

Job description

The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is establishing the Building Standards Agency to advance governance, inspection capacity, and building control oversight in Ireland. This role leads the formation of a new national agency and ensures robust structures, policies and strategic direction in the public interest.

The Chief Executive Officer (Designate) will work with the Board, Local Authorities and senior government bodies to deliver on the Agency’s mandate and shape the