LOCATION: Central Hotel Chambers, Dame Court, Dublin 2.
RESPONSIBLE/REPORTING TO: CEO
JOB PURPOSE: Working as part of the Extended Management Team
responsible for identifying and delivering new housing business for
HAIL
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JOB INFORMATION: This post is a permanent full-time post.**Apply on
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HAIL IS AN APPROVED HOUSING BODY WITH OVER **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
PROPERTIES IN THE GREATER DUBLIN AREA
HAIL?s mission is to provide housing and individually tailored
support services to support tenants and clients, primarily those with
mental health difficulties, to integrate and live independent lives in
the community.
HAIL?s vision is to be the provider of choice for housing and
support for people with mental health difficulties, enabling them to
achieve and sustain independent living in the community by having
secure, quality, affordable accommodation with appropriate support
services tailored to their needs.
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
The Development Manager will be primarily responsible for the sourcing
and delivering new housing development opportunities for HAIL. The
primary source of new units will be via acquisitions of turnkey
properties, the acquisition and refurbishment of properties and
partnerships on new developments with other AHBs and LAs. You will
have responsibility for the management and full delivery of identified
projects within the existing programme and all future projects.
Reporting to the CEO, the Development Manager will form part of
HAIL?s Extended Management Team. They will be responsible for
keeping the Leadership Team up to date on all housing development
related matters.
KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. NEW BUSINESS
* Identifying and securing new housing development opportunities in
line with HAIL?s Development and Growth Plan
* Liaising with developers, estate agents, other AHBs and Local
Authorities regarding potential opportunities
* Negotiating with relevant parties in consultation with the CEO
* Liaising with the support services section with regard to
assessing demand and requirements for supported housing
* Raising the profile of HAIL with assistance from the
Communications Manager
* Assisting in the drafting and updating of PR documentation
including leaflets, adverts, videos
2. MANAGEMENT OF DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
* Managing development projects including acquisition of turnkey
projects and off the shelf acquisition of existing units, including
refurbishments. This may include overseeing the design team in the
delivery of design and build projects if appropriate development
opportunities arise.
* Managing key scheme deliverables with relevant approvals from CEO
i.e. contract signing, CALF/CAS/HFA submissions ensuring as far as
practicable that all project milestones are met
* Collating information for feasibility studies, risk assessments,
project appraisals incorporating detailed financial modelling in
consultation with the Head of Finance
* Organising valuations and surveys as needed
* Assisting the Head of Finance in the preparation of funding bids
for the Housing Finance Agency (HFA), Banking Institutions and the
Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (DHLGH)
* Providing detailed project reports for Board and Committee
approval
* Working with HAIL?s solicitors on the delivery of schemes
* Scheduling and attending pre & post contract meetings with all
stakeholders as required
* Providing the CEO with regular updates on progress and
highlighting any potential issues with delivery or key milestones
* Co-ordinating scheme completions and handovers including liaising
with Housing Services and Support Services
* Coordinating and engaging in community consultation exercises as
required
* Overall responsibility and performance management of contractors
delivering projects
* Ensuring compliance with legal requirements, including staying
informed on all relevant legislation and drafting policy which enables
compliance with new legislation and policy
3. ORGANISATIONAL AND MANAGERIAL
* Contribute to the business planning and strategic planning process
* Actively contribute in assisting HAIL deliver on the aims and
objectives of the organisation
* Oversee the management and support of the Development Officer
* Leading on the drafting of relevant development policies and
procedures
* Attendance at sector meetings, working groups, forums etc;
representing HAIL
* Implementing HAIL?s Health & Safety Policy and Procedures,
ensuring that all practices and procedures are undertaken in
accordance with ensuring a healthy and safe working environment
* Liaising with the finance team on annual budget management/budget
setting
* Ensuring value for money in the development service
* Ensuring audit information/filing is stored and kept up to date
for each scheme
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Key requirements for the position of Development Manager are:
TECHNICAL SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE -_ Essential (E), Desirable (D)._
* Relevant experience and proven track record of working in a
property environment _(E)_
* Demonstrate a wide-ranging network of industry and sector contacts
_(E)_
* Have a working knowledge of the business operating environment and
key issues affecting the Approved Housing Body sector, including the
funding schemes available as well as general guidance on the delivery
of sustainable communities, housing strategy/policy and national
procurement guidelines including the operating principles of the
Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF) _(D)_
* Proven experience of delivering projects on time and within budget
_(E)_
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Relevant qualification in Property related area _(D)_
* Project Management training/qualification _(D)_
* Member of the Society of Chartered Surveyors _(D)_
PEOPLE AND STAKEHOLDERS SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
* Demonstrable experience of building and managing relationships with
a diverse stakeholder_ (E)_
* Strong networking skills _(E)_
* Excellent property/real estate transaction negotiation skills
_(E)_
* Excellent communication skills _(E)_
* People Management experience ? leading, motivating and
developing staff _(D)_
* The ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines
_(E)_
OPERATIONAL SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
* Demonstrable knowledge of procurement regulations _(E)_
* Knowledge of the social housing and not-for-profit sector _(D)_
* Excellent planning and organisational skills _(E)_
* Proven experience of report writing, including a high level of
numeracy _(E)_
* Ability to interpret technical drawings _(E)_
* Computer literacy / use of IT systems _(E)_
* Full valid driving licence _(E)_
THE CONDITIONS
The salary will be commensurate with the experience of the individual
appointed and in line with the Organisation?s salary scale.
HAIL OFFERS:
* Flexible working hours
* **Apply on the website** annual leave days plus 3 Company days
* Company Pension Scheme with current contributions rates of 6%
employer contribution and 6% employee contribution
* Death in Service Benefit
* Health insurance for serious illness
* Training and development
* Paid expenses
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please send a cover letter and a detailed CV, referencing
HAIL:DM**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**, outlining your experience skills and
suitability for the position for the attention of Martina Smith, CEO
at **Apply on the website** .
For queries relating to the role please contact Martina Smith at
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Closing date for receipt of applications is 5PM, TUESDAY **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**TH DECEMBER **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**. It is anticipated
that interviews will be held 5th & 6th of January **Apply on the
website**.
_HAIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER_
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