Job Description

Senior Development Project Manager (Cube Homes)
Cube Homes is an award-winning developer whose focus is on the delivery of new build market sale and market rent homes to generate a profit. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Great Places Housing Group the profit from Cube Homes has a purpose; profit is gift aided to and reinvested by the Group in the delivery of its charitable objectives. Reporting to the Development Programme Manager, the Senior Development Project Manager's key responsibility, as an essential member of the team, is to project manage schemes in line with the Business Plan which in turn will deliver the Groups growth targets. The role has responsibility for both pre and post contract delivery of new homes to achieve our growth ambitions.
What you'll be doing

• Project management of the Cube Homes schemes of market sale and market rent homes including monitoring, management and reporting;
• Management of projects during both the pre-contract and post-contract stages in line with the Cube Homes Business Strategy and with full visibility of progress;
• Provide a mentoring role for junior colleagues in the directorate;
• Preparation of written reports for approval by Executive Directors and/or Growth Committee;
• Identify and secure new development opportunities to assist the organisation in meeting growth targets, supported by developing and maintaining a strong network of contacts and lead stakeholder engagement;
• Undertake market research, feasibility studies and appraisals for potential development opportunities and prepare cashflow forecasts;
• Formal appointment and management of contractors, consultants, solicitors, valuers, site investigation reports, site surveys etc. in line with procurement policy and procedure;
• Oversee the preparation of design work and the planning process for new developments;
• Produce cost estimates, schedules of work, tender and contract documentation;
• Manage the legal process and acquisition of suitable property and land, and the legal process for the sale of homes;
• Project management of the end to end development process including liaison with agents, developers, contractors, consultants, solicitors, valuers and Local Authorities;
• Ensure that social value objectives are pursued, agreed with suppliers as part of the pre-contract process and delivered post-contract;
• Ensure all development administration takes place to agreed timetables and budgets and in accordance with the Cube's Development Procedure Guide and governance arrangements;
• Take responsibility for and manage key departmental processes;
• Manage risk throughout the development process and ensure site specific health and safety data is collected and collated for review;
• Weekly attendance on each site to check progress and delivery to contract specifications;
• Undertake contract management and administration, including attendance at site meetings;
• Analysis of construction programmes and progress, including managing the contractual implications of delays, and reporting as appropriate.
• Manage the legal process of section agreements, easements and wayleaves as required;
• Project managing the plot sales and marketing process, liaising with key stakeholders including sales agents, marketing agencies and plot sales solicitors; ensuring sales revenues and sales rates are maximised;
• Leadership of handover processes to customers and Cube's customer care team;
• Review customer satisfaction outcomes on projects to ensure the customer journey is understood and a positive experience of moving into their new home;
• Ensure the swift close out of all project files, provision of information to internal departments and financial outturn reporting following practical completion;
• Assisting colleagues with information gathering, investigations, warranty claims and rectification works related to latent defects.
• Assist in preparation and attainment of annual budgets and targets;
• Liaison with Finance, Sales and Management departments as required.

What you'll need

• Minimum three years' experience in a property development background;
• Detailed knowledge of property development process;
• Knowledge of operating environment, sales markets and changing market conditions;
• Knowledge of contract procurement and contract management;
• Track record of project management/delivery on time, on budget and to agreed quality standards;
• Track record of partnership working and stakeholder engagement;
• Experience of working within a prescribed framework but ability to think creatively to resolve problems;
• Proven relationship builder and influencer with stakeholders. Ability to develop Cube Homes' profile with a variety of partners and generate new business;
• Proven operational management skills across multi-disciplinary teams;
• Experience of managing financial budgets;
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

What we need from you

• Ability to liaise with other departments to ensure delivery of wider corporate goals;
• Ability to produce accurate and concise reports;
• Verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to represent Cube Homes at a variety of levels;
• Self-sufficiency in terms of administration, preparing letters and reports, accurate filing etc.;
• Ability to produce development appraisals;
• The ability to motivate, inspire and influence junior colleagues by leading by example;
• The ability to develop and project a positive image of Cube Homes through personal, written and oral skills;
• An ability to recognise, develop and effectively promote new opportunities.

What we give you in return for your hard work and commitment

• Pension DC scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleagues and Great Places)
• WPA Healthcare scheme starts at no contribution level with 1250 of savings available per year (option to increase & add family members)
• Ways of Working We offer some hybrid and flexible working
• Annual leave Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days within 5 years + Bank Holidays
• Reward & Recognition You Count Rewards are individual reward's for going 'above & beyond'
• Professional fees The business pays the cost of one professional role related membership fee
• The Market Place high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much more
• Wage Stream You can access savings opportunities and early access to wages
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives Our colleagues enjoy wellbeing campaigns throughout the year, with activities designed around our four pillars of wellbeing, these include career wellbeing, mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and financial wellbein

At Great Places we believe the wellbeing of our colleagues is vital to enable them to deliver to great services, all your benefits can be used inside and outside of work.
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