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Job Title: Property Development Manager (12 month fixed term contract)

Department: Income Generation.

Reporting to: Head of Retail.

Location: Home based with travel across Wales and Southwest England.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Rhino Recruitment is looking for a talented Property Development Manager who can explore opportunities for the development and growth of the current physical estate, including support with relocation of existing shops when necessary and the acquisition of new shops as part of our expansion plans. You’ll work collaboratively with internal teams and external advisors to plan maintenance/improvement schedules for new shop openings and refurbishments supporting the retail strategy of growth and investment.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with the Head of Retail and Director of Income Generation, Marketing and Communications in the delivery of new shop acquisition, relocation and refurbishment work

Identify opportunities for the improvement and development of new and existing locations to grow our portfolio and income

Proactively target locations to find new shop opening opportunities as part of the strategic aims for Retail

Take responsibility for the appointment and overseeing of maintenance contractors for our retail properties ensuring that works, including refurbishments and acquisition are carried out in a cost-effective manner and to a professional standard

Working where necessary with our fundraising colleagues to seek available funding to support the development of the retail estate

Ensure the appropriate property portfolio is surveyed in order to set maintenance budgets for reactive and planned works

Advise on energy efficiency and provide recommendations on improving our carbon footprint for all new shops as well as those to be refurbished

Appoint contractors through quotation and tender processes, ensuring best value for expenditure, and compliance with all building regulatory requirements following the production of written detailed specifications of work

Work with external advisors on more complex issues and those requiring listed building, conservation area and other planning consents

Liaise with relevant bodies for the Charity and process any appropriate documentation

Ensure risk assessments are completed for all relevant locations where significant work is taking place, ensuring contractors have the relevant insurance and documentation

Obtain regulatory, control and planning consents for all works as required

Maintain and review all statutory compliance to ensure and share updates and changes as necessary

Implement and review fire evacuation procedure and disaster contingency plans for new shops and relocations ensuring that they are current, and regularly assess them for the Charity.

Support with budget development and control, including future budget planning and delivery

Develop and maintain the database of approved contractors to carry out works

Conduct regular site visits across the retail estate

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £38000

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking

Work Location: On the road