Southwark Council - Strategic Lead - Construction

Posted 14 October 2024
Salary Up to £500 per day
LocationSouthwark
Job type Temporary
Discipline Interim
ReferenceLORNA_1728901347
Contact NameLorna Burner

Job description

Provide a strategic framework for the design, development and delivery of all new housing projects, in line with council priorities at any one given delivery stage (enabling, delivery or post-delivery). To be responsible, on behalf of the council, to negotiate agreements and contracts with developers and other key stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of Southwark Construction projects within the programme. Develop, lead and evaluate a performance management framework for a team of delivery project management staff. Work with other Strategic Leads within Southwark Construction to provide efficiency of delivery, planning, reporting and resourcing.

Responsibilities

  1. To lead the delivery of all new homes for Southwark Construction and provide strategic direction and leadership within a specific stage of construction (ie enabling, delivery or post delivery).
  1. Responsible for providing reports and advice to the Leader, Cabinet Members and Senior officers, on the delivery of all new homes, including development and delivery of engagement strategies with the community and other key stakeholders at each stage of construction.
  1. Develop, lead and evaluate a performance management framework for a team of project management staff, including the integration of Southwark Stands Together and be accountable for the management of projects within the designated programme, ensuring adequate resources are in place.
  1. Develop a culture of openness and transparency, ensuring the participation of residents, general public, business and internal stakeholders, appropriately incorporating their views into the delivery of new homes.
  1. To work with other Strategic Leads to ensure there are rigorous budget controls in place to manage finances and adhering to corporate finance standards.
  1. Lead negotiations with external agents, contractors and developers to secure best value and package for a particular programme and in line with Southwark Construction strategy.
  1. Prepare and present reports relating to the programme, for internal and external stakeholders as required by the Managing Director.
  1. To manage and implement financial strategies for projects and programmes, ensuring there are rigorous budget controls in place to manage finances and adhering to corporate finance standards.
  1. Champion each stage of delivery, providing technical and professional advice to the team as appropriate.
  1. Develop, implement and evaluate all policies, procedures and processes associated with the delivery of new homes and estate rebuilding, share best practice and introduce innovative ways of working as the environment changes.

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.