Head Of Property

Head of Property- ROI

Are you an experienced Property Professional seeking to take the next step in their career? The Head Of Property will play a is a key role in delivering and managing all property-related operations across ROI. As the functional lead for construction across the organisation, you'll oversee everything from acquisitions and developments to maintenance and disposals-ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.


Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full lifecycle of capital projects-from planning to completion-across new builds, refurbishments, and thirdparty developments.

• Manage consultants, contractors, and suppliers to deliver highquality, cost-effective property solutions.

• Oversee property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and negotiations, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.

• Drive cyclical and reactive maintenance programmes, ensuring operational readiness and asset longevity.

• Manage project budgets, ensure value for money, and align spend with organisational priorities.

• Build strong partnerships with housing associations, developers, and landlords to support new and ongoing projects.

• Advise senior leadership on capital strategy, budgets, and long term property planning.

• Ensure governance, policies, and procedures are robust and efficient across all property activity.

• Represent property interests in senior forums, providing reports, updates, and strategic input.

• Support the search for new property opportunities and assist in developing business cases for expansion.

• Lead and develop your local property team, promoting collaboration and high performance.

Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential:

• Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction or Property-related discipline.

Desirable:
Professional qualification in one of the following:

• Chartered Surveyor
• Quantity Surveyor
• Building Surveyor
• Architect
• Civil Engineer
• Facilities Management
• Recognised Project Management accreditation.
• Recognised Property/Estates Management accreditation.

Experience
Essential:
Applicants must demonstrate over a 4-year period:

• Management of thirdparty contractors and external experts.
• Experience in Project Management, Asset Management, or Estates Management.
• Delivery of strategic objectives aligned with organisational goals.
• Management of both reactive and cyclical maintenance and improvement programmes.
• Proven ability to effectively lead and manage staff teams.

Desirable:

• Experience reviewing and negotiating leases.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating tenancy agreements.
• Experience managing external agencies or partners.

Skills & Competencies
Essential:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and decisions.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and methodical approach to workload.
• Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to plan ahead.
• High level of initiative and creative problem solving skills.
• Strong financial and budget management capabilities