Estates Strategy Delivery Manager

Estates Strategy Delivery Manager
Location: Surrey (Hybrid)
Rate: £630 per day (Umbrella)
Contract Type: Temporary / Contract

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Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Estates Strategy Delivery Manager to join our client’s team on a contract basis. The role will involve supporting the delivery of Estates Development Strategy Projects across the Surrey property portfolio. These projects, ranging in value from £500,000 to £10,000,000, will include property disposals, refurbishments, and new builds.
This hybrid position requires travel across Surrey, so access to a vehicle is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the delivery of Estates Development Strategy projects across a diverse property portfolio.
• Oversee the planning and execution of projects, including disposals, refurbishments, and new builds.
• Work collaboratively to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide strategic advice on real estate, including land value, development opportunities, and project feasibility.
• Prepare and oversee the submission of planning applications and appeals documentation.
• Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations, including CDM 2015.
• Monitor and manage risk throughout all stages of project delivery.
• Ensure projects adhere to Standard Forms of Contract and manage contract negotiations.
• Effectively communicate and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Oversee financial management of capital and revenue budgets, ensuring accountability for cost-effective delivery.

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in estates/construction programme management.
• Full current membership of a professional body, e.g., Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
• Degree in architecture, surveying, construction, or engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrable experience in a senior position, managing estates strategy, construction projects, and project planning.
• Experience managing multiple projects with varied value ranges.
• Fully conversant with CDM 2015 and all Standard Forms of Contract.
• Strong experience in risk management and providing strategic real estate advice.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage services across a multi-site organisation.
• Extensive financial experience, including accountability for capital/revenue budgets.
• Knowledge of CIL/S106 and experience preparing planning applications and appeal documentation.
• Strong decision-making and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• A proactive, innovative, and strategic thinker capable of driving projects to successful completion.