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Long term interim Technical Services PM role in Kent Location: Kent - 3 days on site or in the office, with some flexibility for home working Contract: Minimum 6 months - scope to extend to 12 Rate: £350-£500/d Start: ASAP - urgent interviews and immediate start About the Role My local authority client, based in Kent, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to oversee and deliver a variety of technical, infrastructure and municipal style projects. This is a standalone role that suits someone delivery focused, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple schemes simultaneously. Projects will include bridge removal and replacement, utility related schemes, car park upgrades, resurfacing works and, if extended, leisure projects such as astro pitches and leisure facility improvements. The role aligns closely with what may previously have been known as a Municipal Engineer, but does not require the post holder to be a qualified civil engineer. A strong technical understanding and experience managing construction related projects is essential. Key Responsibilities •Lead, oversee and manage a portfolio of infrastructure and capital projects. •Coordinate schemes involving utilities, bridges, car parks, resurfacing and leisure assets. •Procure and manage consultants, surveys, designs and contractors. •Build and maintain effective working relationships with Members, officers and external partners. •Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, strategies and progress reports. •Manage and monitor capital and revenue budgets. •Identify, assess and mitigate project risks. •Coordinate internal and external communications and support public consultations. •Ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements and organisational procedures. Essential Experience •Strong background delivering technical, construction or infrastructure based projects. •Experience within local government or significant exposure to local authority partners. •Proven ability to manage consultants, procurement and external suppliers. •Confident working with elected Members and senior stakeholders. •Experience managing public sector budgets. •Ability to operate independently in a standalone position. •Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable •Technical background in construction, utilities, civils or municipal engineering. •Membership of a relevant professional body. •Experience in climate change, flooding or regeneration related schemes. •PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification. Ideal Candidate Profile •Technically adept and confident overseeing construction and infrastructure delivery. •Comfortable navigating local authority processes and governance. •Highly organised, capable of prioritising multiple competing demands. •Strong communicator who works well with officers, Members, contractors and the public. •Positive, proactive and flexible, with a hands-on approach to delivery. For more information, please apply via this advert, or call Daniel Baker on . #

Permanent job - estate surveyor-property services Job Specification: Senior Estates SurveyorLocal Authority Job PurposeThe organisation manages a substantial property portfolio with operational real estate activities forming a key part of this value. Effective and proactive management of this portfolio is critical to supporting the organisation's strategic objectives, long term financial planning, and service delivery priorities.The Senior Estates Surveyor will support by delivering optimisation, rationalisation and improved performance of the operational portfolio. This includes ensuring best consideration is achieved under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972, carrying out financial and commercial analysis, managing leases, and overseeing day to day operational management to enhance income and reduce occupancy costs.The postholder will manage their own caseload and contribute directly to strategic asset management workstreams. Main Duties & Responsibilities Support the development of asset management and investment strategies, identifying surplus or under performing assets and proposing value add initiatives or disposal options aligned to service needs.Proactively manage the operational property portfolio, ensuring assets remain fit for purpose. Responsibilities include negotiating leases, renewals, rent reviews, and undertaking or arranging property inspections, condition reports and dilapidation schedules.Monitor expenditure and prepare service charge accounts, including meter readings, apportionments, raising orders and authorising payments in accordance with internal financial procedures.Prepare valuations, including complex assessments, for a wide range of purposes including rent, rating, insurance, capital and rental valuations.Apply sound valuation principles and professional practice, including acting as project manager for developments on organisational land or joint use schemes with third parties.Prepare technical correspondence and issue instructions to client departments, legal services and other internal teams as required.Undertake valuations for capital disposals, lease renewals, development appraisals and asset valuations in line with accounting requirements for all property types.Collect, analyse and prepare reports and briefings, including strategic papers for senior officers and committees.Commission and oversee external agents and solicitors to support transactional activities and ensure high quality delivery.Represent Property Services at internal, departmental, corporate or external working groups as required.Maintain broad knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards and best practice, with evidence of their application in casework.Ensure accurate and timely recording of property data within asset management systems, CAD, GIS and other platforms.Ensure all work complies with organisational policies, including health and safety requirements, statutory obligations and sustainability initiatives.Protect and manage information securely, reporting any breaches or suspected breaches in accordance with information governance procedures.Demonstrate organisational values, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of work. Person Specification SummaryQualificationsDegree (or equivalent) in Real Estate or a related discipline (Essential)Full professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) (Desirable)ExperienceSignificant experience of managing a broad range of leasehold and freehold property.Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant matters including negotiation, valuation and property law.Experience analysing market data, investment trends and financial performance.Experience advising on property acquisitions, disposals and development appraisals.Experience commissioning and monitoring external agents and solicitors.Local authority or public sector experience (Desirable).Experience valuing multiple property types for numerous purposes.Knowledge of preparing budgets or expenditure profiles.Good understanding of construction related matters. What you'll get in return Salary £43- £47000 Local Authority pension scheme Generous annual leave Hybrid and flexible working- 3 days wfh What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

PERMANENT ROLE!! Head of Strategic Asset Management  Pay Rate: £59,754- £64,866 per annum Security Clearance: DBS CV Deadline: 13/05/2022 16:00 Interview Process: TBC Start Date: 15/05/2022 PERMANENT ROLE!! Location: Bracknell - Home Flex/Agile Key Objectives of the role 1. To lead the Council’s approach to managing all its assets including time sensitive programming and management of redevelopment of all sites to support the delivery of the Council’s Transformation Programme ensuring that the Council’s assets are able to deliver the new ways of working and service design models of services for the Council, the community and public at large. 2. To lead and manage the re-procurement of commissioning a multi-disciple design team to design and deliver on behalf of the Council. 3. Managing the delivery of significant complex and multiple level construction projects across the Council taking decisions on the most appropriate method of delivery for each project. 4. To lead and manage the Construction and Maintenance teams which provide professional building services functions across all directorates within the Council. 5. To provide policy and performance support to the department. 6. To provide programme and project management support to other local councils and partner agencies to maximise income generation opportunities for the Council. 7. To provide advice and support to the Assistant Director: Property and associated corporate working groups The main duties and responsibilities of the post-holder are to: 1. To develop the Council’s policy for asset management and monitor the performance of its buildings. 2. To report and advise Directors, senior officers and Members across Directorates in the Council on all construction and technical related matters including taking decisions on types of construction methods and materials within the context of impact on programme/project delivery timescales and costs. 3. To lead and manage the Construction & Maintenance team in accordance with professional practice to deliver the Council’s objectives. 4. Set management objectives and allocate resources to ensure that the section meets its objectives, actions, performance indicators and budgets and manage its overall performance. 5. Contribute to the Departmental Management Team co-ordinating advice on divisional services, business planning and corporate policies to ensure the department is able to deliver practical and customer focussed services. 6. Appoint, lead and manage external consultants as when required in line with procurement processes. 7. Implement and enforce all relevant Health and Safety standards relating to construction. 8. Lead, manage, monitor and report on annual budgets of all capital projects: overall budget between £15m - £35m per annum, an annual repairs budget of £1m per annum and £3m schools and planned maintenance budget. 9. Oversee the management of building and building services maintenance, including: the timely completion of repairs and servicing in accordance with the building maintenance repairs and service contracts; managing the section’s computerised maintenance repairs and planned maintenance system; ensuring all repairs and servicing effected by contractors is in accordance with all Health and Safety Legislation; managing the issuing of works orders, ensuring they are in line with Bracknell Forest Council’s Procurement Procedures and the section’s QA procedures; the preparation and prioritising of maintenance programmes; specifying and administering appropriate works or programmes of works for reactive and planned maintenance; being responsible for the design of construction works, specifically in relation to maintenance projects. 10. To represent and deputise for the Assistant Director: Property at corporate officer meetings, relevant meetings with outside bodies and when required Member/Officer Working Groups and Committees. 11. Responsible for the safety and maintenance of designated properties and sites ensuring that these properties and sites are incompliance with all applicable regulations. Recommending and coordinating improvements to the properties and procedures as needed to ensure a safe, functional, and appealing space. Essential BSc in building construction. Full professional qualification eg MRICS, MCIOB. Project management qualification, MAPM. Experience of managing a multi-discipline team to provide all property related advice and undertake construction works from Inception to Completion working alongside consultants. Evidence of continuing professional development. Proven experience of major capital programme management and budgets in excess of £30m with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with key focus on delivery and quality. Proven relationship management skills at all levels including Executive Directors, Assistant Directors and Executive Members. Proven ability to challenge and manage external contractors and clients. Proven ability to develop relationships with partner agencies with a view to selling programme and project management services to other local Councils and partner agencies to maximise income generation opportunities. Proven ability to lead and manage a number of multi-disciplinary teams ensuring successful co-working in line with solution focused One Council approach to ensure successful management and delivery of major capital and Planned Maintenance projects which are critical to the Council’s delivery of its strategic Transformation Programme. Proven experience and understanding project programme management methodologies and technology of managing large and complex projects including external partner contracts. Strong understanding of contract law and procurement procedures of high value contracts. Experience of managing major capital programmes and budgets in excess of £30m with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with key focus on delivery and quality. Managing the delivery of multi-million-pound capital projects: including effective financial monitoring and reporting. Authorising of financial transactions in accordance with Council’s approved scheme of delegation. Ability to produce clear concise reports for senior managers / boards. Sound and logical thinker with proven innovative approach to problem solving to overcome challenging situations and unexpected developments Ability to chair meetings and inspire confidence among a wide range of service users. Extensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and Asbestos Regs. Oral communication skills to hold a contrary view in a meeting and explain technical issues to both Councillor or senior officer who has never encountered it before. Intermediate level PC skills, including knowledge of Word, Excel and MS Project. Understanding of and commitment to the requirements of safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Manage, supervise and appraise identified staff including, guidance and training and make decisions on the recruitment and allocation of staff resources, including client professional services consultants where appointed. Knowledge of one corporate landlord management and reporting. Knowledge of procurement regulations. Desirable Experience of deputising for the Assistant Director to provide the senior management team advice on all property related issues. Knowledge of Local Authority procedures.