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Senior Communications Officer Cheshire / Hybrid 26.86 per hour Umbrella A Local Authority in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Officer to join their communications team on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional with strong campaign, PR and stakeholder management experience to help deliver high-profile communications activity across a range of key council services and initiatives. The Role You will be responsible for planning, delivering and advising on complex and high-profile communications campaigns, ensuring effective engagement with residents, stakeholders and partners. Key duties will include: Planning and delivering strategic communications and PR campaigns Managing multiple concurrent campaigns to agreed deadlines and budgets Working with a wide range of internal clients and stakeholders to set measurable objectives Evaluating campaign effectiveness and reporting on outcomes Commissioning creative communications materials, publications and digital content Managing reputational risks and responding to sensitive issues Providing strategic communications advice to senior stakeholders Supporting the development and execution of communications strategies About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience delivering communications and PR campaigns within a complex organisation Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Ability to identify and manage reputational threats effectively Experience commissioning creative communications products and publications Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of strategic communications and how strategy translates into operational delivery Local government or public sector experience would be highly advantageous.

Property Asset Manager South London/Hybrid 369 per day (Umbrella) A South London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Property Asset Manager to lead its asset management function and drive the strategic direction of its housing portfolio. This is a high-impact interim opportunity to shape investment planning, improve data integrity, and deliver service transformation across a diverse housing stock. The Role As Property Asset Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the development and delivery of asset management strategy, leading a multidisciplinary team and ensuring effective management of housing assets to meet organisational and resident needs. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a diverse asset management team, bringing together multiple functions and specialisms Coordinate the development of the Asset Management Strategy, working collaboratively across teams and leading on resident consultation Take ownership of portfolio management, including acting as the lead client on asset data for acquisitions and new build programmes Oversee asset data systems, ensuring quality, integrity, and effective use to inform decision-making Ensure compliance with Decent Homes standards, including timely reporting and annual data returns Lead the management and coordination of the rolling stock condition survey programme Oversee the development and delivery of the housing investment programme Take full responsibility for service transformation initiatives and ongoing oversight of NEC contracts Drive continuous improvement in asset management processes and performance Lead on asset-related projects, making recommendations on changes to housing stock impacting tenants and applicants Allocate and deploy team resources effectively to ensure service and programme delivery Provide matrix management across key operational areas as required Manage and support stock condition surveyors and associated teams We are looking for a strategic and commercially aware asset management professional with strong leadership capability and experience within the housing sector. Essential Skills & Experience : Proven experience in asset management within social housing or a local authority setting Strong leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams In-depth knowledge of asset data management, stock condition surveys, and housing investment planning Experience of delivering asset management strategies and service transformation programmes Strong understanding of Decent Homes standards and regulatory reporting requirements Experience managing NEC contracts or similar frameworks Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage residents and internal teams Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities

We're working with a major client who has acquired land and property across Britain's high-speed rail infrastructure programme, and we're recruiting for a Disputes Manager to lead disputes and tribunal strategy. This is a leadership role. You'll be responsible for overseeing the disputes portfolio and stopping matters from reaching Tribunal in the first place. You'll shift the culture from litigation management to early negotiation and settlement, guiding teams to resolve matters before they escalate. You're a Chartered Surveyor with deep experience in land acquisition, compulsory purchase and negotiation. You understand property valuation and CPO practice. You'll work across a complex supply chain, set clear strategies for each case, influence government stakeholders, and have real autonomy in shaping how disputes are resolved. What You'll Be Doing Lead the development of dispute resolution strategies, identifying which cases to settle early and which to defend Work proactively with case managers to shift from litigation management to early negotiation and settlement Establish and manage a comprehensive tracker of all tribunal cases and potential cases Undertake risk and cost assessments with suppliers, identifying cases needing proactive management Negotiate complex, high-value property acquisitions approaching or in active dispute resolution Work with legal and counsel to build an in-house team and instruct experts quickly Advise on strategy in novel and contentious areas of compulsory purchase Deliver sealed offers and settlement proposals in live cases Brief and influence senior stakeholders including government departments Mentor the Land and Property team on disputes strategy and tribunal practice What We're Looking For You're a Chartered Surveyor with substantial land assembly and acquisition experience, ideally from complex infrastructure projects. You might come from private practice, another acquiring authority, or the Valuation Office Agency. You understand compulsory purchase legislation, property valuation and how to negotiate credibly with claimants' agents. You have the political awareness and stakeholder skills to influence senior government officials and your own leadership. You're pragmatic about what serves the programme best, not dogmatic about litigation. You can hold strategic conversations and translate complex property matters into business impact.

Project Manager (Two Roles Available) About the Roles We're working with a major client delivering Britain's high-speed rail infrastructure programme, and we're recruiting Project Managers for two distinct roles within different Integrated Project Teams. These are hands-on project management roles representing the client on site. You'll be responsible for protecting the client's interests throughout delivery, working effectively within co-located Integrated Project Teams. You'll fulfil NEC3 Project Manager duties, monitor contractor performance and ensure programmes stay on schedule to deliver to agreed budget, time and quality parameters. You'll combine project management expertise with the gravitas to stand on your own two feet with contractors. You'll identify and manage risks, escalate emerging issues and represent the client's interests clearly and confidently. Role 1: Head House Buildings ( North Acton, London) Leading the complete construction and fit out delivery of the Head House Buildings. You'll project manage the client's interests from groundworks through to full operational fit out. Experience from station building and fit outs is directly transferable to this scope. Role 2: MEP Fitout (- Maple Cross, Buckinghamshire) Managing the client's interests on the MEP fitout of a 16km twin-bore tunnel, two portal buildings and associated lift shafts. The MEP scope includes ducting, fire protection and power systems across the entire project. What You'll Be Doing Fulfil the duties and obligations of the NEC3 Project Manager on behalf of the client and Senior Project Manager Project manage the client's interests in your assigned scope Monitor and hold contractors accountable on performance, programme and quality Review and accept programme schedules, identifying critical path and managing dependencies Identify and manage risks to the client's interests, developing mitigation strategies and escalating issues appropriately Discharge CDM duties as delegated by the Client Representative Represent the client with authority and confidence, standing your ground on technical and commercial matters Challenge contractor submissions and ensure compliance with client requirements and standards Monitor progress against budget and schedule, tracking costs and identifying variances early What We're Looking For You're a project manager with substantial hands-on experience protecting client interests on large construction and fit out projects. You have a thorough understanding of building delivery and systems integration. You understand NEC3 contracts and have fulfilled or directly supported NEC3 Project Manager duties on site. You have strong problem-solving and negotiating skills, with the ability to challenge contractors professionally without being pushed around. You can stand your ground on technical and commercial matters while maintaining professional relationships. You've managed competing demands across cost, time, quality and client interests. You're experienced in managing day-to-day contract delivery and can pick up issues quickly. You hold a qualification in civil engineering, building management, project management or equivalent experience at APM Project Manager level (intermediate). You have gravitas and credibility with contractors, and you're comfortable making decisions and defending them.

Building Repairs Surveyor - Location: South West London - Rate: 82.90 per hour (umbrella) A Housing Association in South West London is seeking an experienced Building Repairs Surveyor (Portfolio Surveyor) to join on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled professional to play a key role in managing property maintenance, inspections, and contractor delivery across a diverse housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities Carry out property inspections, diagnose defects, and specify remedial works. Supervise contractors and ensure works are delivered on time, to quality standards, and within budget. Deliver planned maintenance programmes and manage works to void properties. Prepare basic construction drawings and draft specifications. Monitor budgets, ensuring value for money and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Provide expertise in both traditional and modern construction practices. Ensure compliance with leasehold service charge consultation requirements (Section 20). Assess properties using HHSRS guidance and manage risks effectively. Maintain a customer-focused approach, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Skills & Experience Strong knowledge of repairs, maintenance, and schedule of rates. Thorough understanding of construction methods, trades, and materials. Demonstrable experience in housing property maintenance. Experience managing planned works, voids, and contractor performance. Strong communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities. Commitment to customer service and valuing diversity. Desirable Experience working in partnership with a social housing provider. Qualifications Higher level technical qualification (e.g. HND/C) in Building Surveying or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.