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JOB TITLE: Strategic Asset Manager 6 months contract with possible extension up to 2 years 37 Hours per week Location – Cambridge – CB2 1BY, Hybrid working Group Purpose The Economy and Place Group exists to enable Cambridge to grow sustainably as an inclusive place to live, work, and visit. This is achieved by working collaboratively across the Council, alongside businesses, communities, and economic partnerships, to maximise economic, social, and environmental benefits for the city. The Role The Strategic Asset Lead is a newly created strategic position reporting to the Director for Economy and Place. The role works closely with the wider Economy & Place management team, particularly the Chief Property Surveyor. The postholder will take a holistic, council-wide view of all City Council assets (administrative, operational, commercial, and key housing elements). You will provide strategic advice on asset retention, refurbishment, repurposing, or disposal, while shaping the Council’s overall compliance approach. You will operate within new governance arrangements chaired by the Director for Economy and Place, alongside the Chief Financial Officer, to deliver a coordinated, council-wide asset strategy. This includes advising the leadership team and Cabinet on how to optimise asset value, ensure compliance, and align decisions with long-term strategic priorities such as environmental commitments and community wealth building. The role involves maintaining a comprehensive overview of the Council’s property and land portfolio and leading the implementation of agreed strategies. Additionally, you will champion the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, to improve efficiency, support data-driven decision-making, and enhance energy and retrofit strategies. This role extends beyond traditional property management and requires strong cross-functional collaboration. You will engage internal and external stakeholders, balancing financial and property objectives with broader council priorities. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Asset Management • Develop a coherent, council-wide understanding of asset requirements aligned with operational, commercial, social, and environmental objectives., • Update and enhance the Council’s Asset Management Plan (AMP) to ensure assets are fit for purpose, compliant, cost-effective, and sustainable., • Work closely with the CFO and Finance Team to develop a forward-looking investment pipeline, ensuring capital expenditure delivers maximum value and aligns with corporate priorities such as Net Zero, placemaking, and community wealth building. 2. Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy Development • Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the Chief Property Surveyor and Assistant Director of Development, to shape future asset and commercial property strategies., • Support the development of business cases and secure funding or investment across the Council’s asset base, including relevant Housing Revenue Account (HRA) assets. 3. Net Zero Leadership • Lead the coordination, content, and management of the Council’s Net Zero Board., • Drive strategic decision-making to ensure the property portfolio contributes to achieving the Council’s Net Zero target by 2030. 4. Placemaking & Asset Optimisation • Leverage the Council’s assets to support placemaking objectives., • Work collaboratively across departments, including Greater Cambridge Shared Planning, to align asset use with wider development goals. 5. Partnerships & External Collaboration • Build and maintain partnerships with key public and private sector organisations., • Collaborate with stakeholders such as the Head of Economy, Energy & Climate, Greater Cambridge Partnership, University of Cambridge, and the Cambridge Business Improvement District to deliver shared objectives. Role Dimensions and Additional Information • Group & Team: Economy and Place Group, • Line Management Responsibility: Likely to include 1 x Band 5 Property Surveyor (TBC), • Contractual Work Base: Mandela House / Flexible, • Budget Responsibility: Small direct budget; advisory responsibility over a £165m property portfolio, • Grade: 8, • Date Evaluated/Updated: February 2025 Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience • Degree/Diploma (or Postgraduate Diploma) recognised by RICS with current MRICS (or equivalent), • Strong experience in strategy and programme management, • Proven ability in business case development and financial analysis, • Experience managing large property portfolios and commercial assets, • Expertise in property management systems, valuation tools, and databases, • Experience in flexible accommodation and innovative asset use, • Strong understanding of sustainability, economic development, placemaking, and community agendas, • Demonstrated line management capability Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience incorporating social and environmental value into investment decisions, • Experience leading retrofit programmes within complex organisations, • Strong problem-solving and programme management skills, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all organisational levels, • Proven ability to advise and influence senior leaders and elected members

Programme Director Cambridge About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have a brand-new opportunity for a Programme Director to join our MEP team based in our Cambridge office. The Programme Director is accountable for the direction and successful delivery of programmes of work within a given Sector or Division (group of Sectors). As a Programme Director you are accountable for demonstrably contributing to the success of the firm through achievement of your AOP aligned goals in areas including business development, programme delivery, technical excellence and people. Programme Director portfolios could comprise single- or multi-disciplinary projects, or a combination of both. As a Programme Director you have the autonomy and accountability to define and deliver the actions, plans and initiatives required to achieve the collective success defined by the AOP. In doing so enabling you to deliver successful programmes and projects, achieving exceptional client outcomes and financial performance. As part of the senior team, Programme Directors will help shape and deliver the strategy, with direct influence and responsibility for achieving the wider Central Business Unit, Sector, Division and firmwide goals. Role Responsibilities. Strategy Division, Sector and Business Unit Strategy - Aligns focus of activities with the Central Business Unit AOP and related initiatives to achieve the Division and Sector commitments. Works collaboratively with Heads of Programme Directors to establish, plan, and implement initiatives that achieve in-year objectives and drive growth. Works with relevant firmwide Sector leadership to inform and implement firmwide plans and initiatives. Business Development Client Engagement - Actively drives business development aligned to the AOP commitments for the Division. Achieves business development goals and identifies opportunities to exceed budget targets. Client Relationship Management - Manages client relationships across multiple programmes, fostering long-term trust. Demonstrates reliability, quality delivery, and value-driven communication, bringing the best of Hoare Lea to clients. Profile - Elevate the profile of the firm with clients, relevant industry stakeholder organisations, government and/or academic institutions. Proactively enhance brand awareness sharing the best of Hoare Lea's thought leadership, project success and technical excellence. Programme Leadership Project Planning, Execution & Risk Management - Accountable for the successful leadership and delivery of a portfolio of projects and/or programmes of work. Supports project leaders in achieving the collective project objectives and works with them to enhance their project management skills, bringing the best of Hoare Lea to the delivery of each project. Aligns with and informs the Division’s and Sector's approach to effective project delivery. Proactively manages risk and change for each project across the portfolio. Governance and Compliance - Accountable for meeting Hoare Lea and Tetra Tech governance and compliance standards (e.g. PEEAC and Policy 100) and any other regulatory and/or compliance requirements for their portfolio of projects/programmes. Works with project leads to achieve best practice across their portfolio. Financial and Portfolio Management - Accountable for the financial performance of a portfolio of projects and/or programmes as defined by the AOP for the Central Business Unit and firmwide Sector. Oversees financial performance of their portfolio of projects/programmes including AOP linked profit, margin and revenue objectives. Support project leads to achieve the financial performance objectives for each project. Fosters collaboration across project leaders and with the Finance Business Partner to enable sharing and implementation of best practice financial and portfolio management. Resource Management - Working with project leaders and operational teams to achieve effective project delivery and execution the Central Business Unit and/or firmwide initiatives (i.e. technical excellence, network communities, industry engagement, etc). Oversee the achievement of resource goals in tandem with financial performance goals for each project. Technical Excellence - Promotes technical excellence across all of their business development and project delivery activities. Works with project leaders to bring the best of Hoare Lea to each client and project, fostering a mindset of curiosity and problem solving. Focuses on outcomes, champions innovation, skills development and knowledge advancement. Fosters the celebration of successes across their programme portfolio. Contributes to the advancement of technical excellence (i.e. enhancement of current service offerings, introduction of new service offerings, etc.) People Leadership Development, Wellbeing and Inclusion - Supports the development of project/programme team members, coaching a growth mindset and empowering them to reach their potential; fosters an inclusive, and supportive work environment. Provides mentoring to support colleagues through their career development. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: Leadership - Role models leadership behaviours that bring to life and enable brand values. Communication - Provide inspirational and inclusive leadership and motivates others to perform at their best and encourages open dialogue, hearing and valuing all team voices. Motivates and Inspires – Motivate and empower others to perform at their highest standards; leads with resilience, energy, and optimism. Client-centric mindset - Build trust with clients, stakeholders, and teams, ensuring a client-first approach in all activities. Ownership and Accountability - Take accountability for performance and ensures that everyone upholds accountability for achieving all agreed outcomes. Collaboration and Inclusivity - Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, fostering a culture of inclusivity. Drives and engenders curiosity and innovation. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

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