Development & Regeneration Manager
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Job description
Develop a pipeline of development opportunities and regeneration schemes Lead feasibility studies, options appraisals and financial modelling to inform investment decisions and place outcomes Secure funding, support land assembly and negotiate with landowners, developers, Registered Providers and public bodies Engage a range of consultants including planning and cost consultancy, housing services, elected members, residents and stakeholders Prepare reports and recommendations for governance, senior leadership and committee decision-making Build effective relationships with internal colleagues including Finance, Legal, Planning, Housing, Asset Management, Procurement and Communications Lead engagement with elected members, residents and community stakeholders to build trust and manage expectations Coordinate consultation, communications and stakeholder updates Procure and manage consultants Maintain accurate scheme files, budgets, forecasts and audit trails, escalating risks through the appropriate governance routes Lead delivery to achieve programme, cost, quality and placemaking outcomes Monitor consultant and contractor performance, including quality, resident impact and social value commitments Support phasing, decant, rehousing and handovers, ensuring compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements Essential Skills
Requirements
Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, or significant relevant experience Experience of regeneration project management, financial appraisal and scheme delivery in a Local Authority, Registered Provider or comparable public-sector setting Significant experience of housing regeneration, development or place-based renewal Experience of working with residents, communities, elected members and stakeholders Experience of managing relationships with Homes England Understanding of a wide variety of contracts e.g. JCT, NEC Experience of managing a high-performance team Personal Attributes
Excellent verbal and written communication, including reports for governance, committees, members and residents Plan and manage multiple workstreams across regeneration projects and multidisciplinary teams Applies sound technical judgement on design, construction, placemaking and housing delivery matters Works proactively, manage priorities effectively and use IT systems confidently Works collaboratively with colleagues, residents, elected members and partners to deliver council priorities Maintain a clear audit trail of decisions, commitments and actions