Key responsibilities
·Responsible for the successful delivery of new housing supply on council-owned land through alternative delivery models
·Lead on working with development partners to ensure the delivery of high quality, well-designed, energy efficient new homes, maximising the provision of genuinely affordable homes
·Lead on the preparation of any development agreements or land transfer activities required to deliver new affordable homes and ensure that these partnership arrangements safeguard the council’s interests
·Lead on the development of innovative models and processes to improve efficiency, value for money and increase volume of delivery of new homes
·Work with colleagues across the council to unlock the potential of buildings, sites and assets to provide opportunities for new affordable homes
·Work with external stakeholders such as GLA and MHCLG to maximise funding opportunities and investment in the borough to meet the council’s strategic objectives for housing
·Responsible for submitting and monitoring grant bids on the OPS system and liaising with GLA in relation to grant applications
·Lead on technical activities in relation to site appraisal and financial and viability modelling to maximise value for the council, using the new viability appraisal tool
·Commission and manage technical consultants, agents, professional services and specialists required to deliver the quality service needed to support the delivery of new homes through development partnerships, adhering to the council’s procurement rules and in line with the Council’s Constitution and Financial Regulations
·Understand best practice in the sector and benchmark with other authorities in London to maximise opportunities to increase the supply of affordable homes
·Ensure a pipeline of development opportunities for delivery through partnership approaches
·Develop significant knowledge of the market and potential suitable delivery partners
·Monitor delivery performance and the future delivery trajectory through partnership approaches
A relevant qualification in a housing or property related subject and demonstrable experience of working in a management capacity with housing development or a development related field OR Able to demonstrate significant experience of working in a management capacity in a housing development or related field, including management of residential development/ construction contract


Experience
Experience of working with developers and affordable housing providers in the delivery of new homes, preferably in a local authority setting, developing agreements for residential delivery, demonstrating commercial acumen and negotiating positive outcomes for residents.


Experience of managing large complex development or regeneration programmes


Experience of managing substantial budgets, undertaking complex financial and development appraisals, affordable housing mechanisms and attracting external funding


Experience of contract management and ensuring required outcomes are delivered in line with the contract terms, being able to take action to ensure compliance
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