Head of Engineering - Housing and Modernization

121 Jobs Limited ,
London, Greater London
Salary: £80000 - £90000 per annum

Overview

Our client is currently recruiting for a EXPERIENCED HEAD OF ENGINEERING to join the local council and hit the ground running with spectacular development plans and championing strategic plans for: Lifts Electrical works Gas Heating Procurement Cost Measurement Fire safety Water Management Programme Management CDM - to achieve the councils vision for a fairer future. Key things which the client is looking for: Developing and continuously improving the service and developing policies for the service, creating underlying procedures and monitoring their implementation. Developing plans to deliver the Council's objectives, focussing upon the long-term business strategy and contributing to the wider longer-terms strategy; using knowledge of the competitive environment to inform strategic direction. Managing and delivering required outcomes for a portfolio of projects and providing high quality advice and supporting on major projects which may have a significant and long-term impact across the Council's finances and resources. Managing and developing strategies to manage risk in relation to statutory compliance for the service. Providing expertise and specialist advice to Members and Chief Officers on policy and strategy and the implications on service delivery. Knowledge: Extensive, comprehensive knowledge and understanding of functional management and best practice relating to its application in a large diverse organisation. An in-depth understanding of management concepts, practices and principles gained through experience of managing at a senior level, including knowledge of change management. An understanding of the relevant constraints, risks and trends affecting the service and an awareness of how they affect the development and delivery of programmes. Experience: Experience in a relevant professional/management capacity within a large organisation, with experience of managing a significant portfolio; management and development of staff and responsibility of the management of substantial resources including budgets. Experience of consultation with a diverse local community, analysing their views and needs to achieve an accepted positive outcome Experience of dealing with a wide range of stake holders, influencing and negotiating to achieve common objectives. If you are interested in this position - please contact me on: 02038902797 or email: 121 Jobs is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.