Assistant Land Manager

Assistant Land Manager Permanent Role - £40k to £50k LondonJob Purpose

Undertake appraisal of opportunities under the Hidden Homes Programme and other New Business schemes
Prepare gateway reports for scheme approvals in line with WHA governance procedures.
Assist in the appointment process for external consultants required as part of the project team such as Employer’s agents, Architects, and Solicitors in line with WHA’s procurement procedures.
Manage the input of consultants and internal teams to ensure risks are identified, managed and scheme proposals optimised.
Create and maintain risk registers for projects under your supervision, up to grant of planning permission.
Update project cashflows in Sequel on a monthly basis and monitor allocated scheme budgets.
Update the Development Programme Tracker with Hidden Homes and New Business opportunities.
Attend pre-application meetings with the Local Authority
Attend meetings with the GLA and support grant negotiation and application process.
Work with Solicitors to conclude any legal agreements required to facilitate redevelopment.
Attend consultation meetings with internal teams and residents.
Prepare materials for internal and external stakeholders as required to support scheme proposals.
Hand over scheme to the New Homes Delivery team post planning, or retain project and manage throughout the delivery phase (as required)
Attend monthly site meeting to check progress, quality, and general contractor performance for schemes under construction.

To identify and report up any concerns and potential risks (as required)
Associated administrative tasks on an as required basis (raising purchase orders, ensuring project files are up to date and meet audit requirements)
Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects meet pre-determined objectives and ensure alignment with wider business objectives.
Attend site visits/ progress meetings (as required)
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for the department and Organisation at large to improve our customers’ experience.


Qualifications

1-3 years relevant work experience
Undergraduate degree, preferably in a related subject
Newly qualified RICS surveyor or working towards
Project management experience
An interest in housing development
Development appraisal knowledge and/ or experience
Knowledge of the planning system and development process
Effective communication skills and collaborative approach with the ability to build and maintain effective working relations both internally and externally.
Desire to learn and take initiative as appropriate.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good report writing skills.
Good numerical skills and attention to detail
Intermediate Word, Outlook, Excel & PowerPoint skills

If interested in the role please contact me at moeez.muhammed@servicecare.org.uk