Overview
The role involves managing property investment, inspection, and repair services across a portfolio of 20-40 sites, ensuring buildings are safe, compliant, and well-maintained. It combines technical expertise, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver value-for-money projects that support housing and care operations.
Client Details
You will be working for a large not-for-profit organisation that provides housing and care services for older people across England. They operate a substantial property portfolio and are focused on delivering safe, high-quality, and compliant homes through strategic investment and collaborative service delivery.
Description
* Manage property investment, inspection, and repair services across a portfolio of 20-40 sites.
* Lead delivery of planned and reactive maintenance programmes, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness.
* Conduct regular inspections including Stock Condition, MOT, and Asbestos re-inspections.
* Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to deliver high-quality, value-for-money services.
* Work closely with quantity surveyors to ensure accurate financial forecasting and contract management.
* Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across the property portfolio.
* Produce performance, delivery, and financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
* Support housing and care operations to minimise disruption and meet operational needs.
* Participate in an out-of-hours duty rota when required.
* Operate with autonomy within agreed budgets and strategic frameworks.
* Influence financial performance through effective project delivery and cost control.
* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure smooth service delivery and resident satisfaction.
Profile
* Minimum 3 years' experience managing property activities within the housing sector.
* Proven success in delivering maintenance and planned investment programmes, either client-side or contractor-side.
* Strong knowledge of building pathology and experience resolving related issues.
* Experience managing reactive maintenance, compliance services, and capital investment projects.
* Ability to act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations (desirable).
* Excellent planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial and operational data to inform decisions.
* Creative and pragmatic problem-solving approach.
* Working towards MRICS or MCIOB qualification (desirable).
* Resilient, professional, and responsive under pressure.
* Committed to continuous learning and personal development.
Job Offer
* Competitive pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions and life assurance.
* Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 remote GP access, mental health care, and virtual physio.
* Flexible financial tools, such as early wage access, financial coaching, and salary advance options.
* Work-life balance perks, including the ability to buy/sell annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
* Discounts and rewards, covering shopping, travel, gym memberships, and mobile phone plans.
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