Development Project Manager

Job Description

We are currently recruiting a Development Project Manager to join our Development and Growth team. We are looking for someone with strong knowledge of the housing development process, experience in delivering complex development projects from start tofinish and a passion for social housing. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team and play a key role in the development of our growth programme. About usWe are social housing landlord and think our vision of Improving Lives Incommunities says itall!Working to provide great homes in great neighbourhoods, we manage more than 22,600 homes across Yorkshire and are proud to collaborate with our customers, communities, local and national stakeholders to achieve this.Our values are at the heart of everythingwe do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our plans and actions. This year will see us continue to focus on the 2 -year plan, to 2024. Our plan puts customers at the heart of what we do, providing great places to live and work, with homes that they are proudto live in.Responsibilities Assist and support the Development and Growth team in the delivery of Incommunities Group growth and Asset Management strategy by delivering the Development Programme in accordance with the groups Policies and Procedures. Ensuringtargets are met and projects are delivered within budget and timescale Management portfolio will include a range of schemes including, HE granted funded sites and S106 acquisitions, delivering mixed tenure solutions, providing rent, Shared Ownership and outrightsale new build homes Input into the review of Development Policies and Procedures, and to be pro-active in terms of identifying and analysing new ways of producing homes in accordance with the Development Strategy, always seeking innovation in design, procurementor funding Provide continuous improvement to meet the needs of customers and stakeholders (internal and external)- in relation to product design and quality Support in the preparation of Board reports / management updates and obtain appropriate approvals inaccordance with the companys Financial Regulations Brief, procure and manage external consultant teams of employers agents, architects, structural engineers, and principal designers. In conjunction with consultant teams, manage the procurement of contractorsin accordance with Incommunities requirements To be lead Project Manager and budget holder for build projects including where appropriate managing multi-disciplinary teams to ensure a well-co-ordinated, efficient approach to development delivery includingcashflows Build and maintain excellent relationships with networks of agents, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders in the development process Develop strategic partnerships with external agencies such as local authorities, investors/funders, constructioncompanies, consultants and other organisations Undertake market research where appropriate and liaise with valuers and agents in relation to markets and specific projects Establish and maintain fully compliant Homes England audit files from the start of eachproject. Ensure that all necessary systems and performance measures are updated for use by Senior Managers and other areas of the business Undertake site visits and actively identify, mitigate, manage, and report to all risks associated with projects Otherreasonable duties in line with the needs of the organisation, to ensure effective delivery of allocated projects Maintain a strong awareness of the external environment, particularly in relation to the housing and development market, and identify opportunitiesin line with the Incommunities strategic priorities About you You have more than 2 years experience of working in project management in a housing role You have experience of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, both internal and external, andin creating and interpreting financial appraisals You have knowledge of property development and construction processes and a good understanding of the statutory and regulatory procedures and performance requirements You have a detailed knowledge of housingdevelopment procedures Requirements Experience of construction and working closely with contractors onsite (Essential) The ability to promote the work of the company through presentations in both spoken and written form The ability to maintain good workingrelationships with a variety and a number of stakeholders including Internal teams, Homes England and Local Authority partners Tactful and diplomatic Customer focused attitude with the ability to go the extra mile; ability to work without supervision Initiativeand a can do attitude; the ability to see a task through to conclusion and make appropriate recommendations for service improvements Confident and people oriented personality Ability to communicate, develop and maintain strong working relationships at alllevels A full UK driving licence and access to a car Benefits Salary of £48,000 per year plus essential car user allowance (pay award pending) West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership - current employer contribution is 15.9% 26 days starting holiday which increaseswith service plus bank holidays Training, development, and qualification opportunities Corporate health scheme membership Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers) Access to an EmployeeAssistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Local gym membership discounts. A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support We are an equal opportunity employer but beyond characteristics protected by law,we welcome and value applicants from diverse backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. Incommunities is also recognised as ‘Committed to being Menopause Friendly. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognises inclusive employers that build awareness andunderstanding of how menopause can have an effect at work and shows we take the wellbeing of our colleagues seriously.

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propertyhousingstrategyschemesdevelopmentproject managementsocial housinglocal authorityprocessespoliciesregenerationgrant funding