Project Manager Level 7
London Borough of Waltham Forest
Role
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Who You Are
You are a dedicated leader with a focus on efficient service management and tenant satisfaction. You are committed to maintaining high living standards and minimizing legal risks for the Council. You possess strong leadership skills to effectively supervise your team and manage resources while adhering to legal and financial obligations.
What the job involves
The role involves leading and managing the Council's Disrepair Service to ensure disrepair claims are resolved promptly across the borough's housing stock. You will supervise two Litigation Officers and three Disrepair Surveyors, ensuring that resources are used effectively, and procedures are followed. Your responsibility includes managing the disrepair program, minimizing financial and legal exposure, and ensuring statutory obligations are met, particularly concerning damp, mould, and building safety. You will identify improvement measures to resolve cases efficiently and to the satisfaction of residents.
Skills
- Strong leadership and team management
- Proactive case management
- Knowledge of legal disrepair procedures
- Effective resource management
- Ability to minimize legal and financial risks
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of statutory obligations related to housing