Direct management and development of staff and clienting of project consultants in the delivery of projects / programmes.

Financial Management including budget preperation, resource planning and monitoring.

Strong knowledge of project and programme management methodologies such as PRINCE2 and Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)

A sound knowledge of town planning practice, procurement or property development
Stakeholder and partnership management within the public sector or similar environment, building support and maintaining a high level of commitment from stakeholders through communications and effective influencing skills.

Understanding of the scope and content of current legislation and other developments which affect and influence regeneration projects

Person specification:

A sound knowledge of town planning practice, procurement or property development

Establishes a clear vision for the organisation, empowering, guiding and energising staff, whilst inspiring other managers to ‘lead’.performance.

Delegates clearly and fully, monitoring progress regularly and giving timely support where necessary.

Successfully influences a broad spectrum of people, highlighting benefits, finding alternatives and gaining sustained commitment.

Builds productive working relationships and strategic partnerships, demonstrating self-awareness, perception and a collaborative approach.

Assimilates large volumes of information, identifies the key issues, spots patterns and trends and makes balanced judgements.

Understands financial information, managing service and project resources effectively and ensuring financial propriety.

Resolves problems effectively after exploring the options and considering the implications.

Applies available resources in an organised manner, translating plans into action and objectives into realities.

Develops a clear longer-term vision, which is aligned with future demands, strategic direction and external influences.

Defines needs, develops a clear specification, selects the best source of expertise and manages contracts effectively.

Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with Members, demonstrating political understanding and sensitivity.

Ensures oppressive practices are effectively tackled, promoting positive recognition of differences, mutual respect and merit-based opportunity.