Head of Property Design

Interim Head of Property Design and Delivery

Staffordshire County Council | Contract: September 2026 | Location: Staffordshire | Hybrid Working: 3-4 Days in the office.

Shape the Future — Lead Lasting Change in Our Communities

Are you ready to make a real difference? Staffordshire County Council is searching for a dynamic, visionary leader to become our Interim Head of Property Design and Delivery. This is your chance to drive transformation, inspire a talented team, and help create sustainable, thriving environments for generations to come.

Why This Role?

You’ll be at the heart of a major transformation — leading the insourcing of our Property Professional Services Design function. You’ll guide a team of 30+ passionate professionals, build a future‑ready operating model, and ensure our communities benefit from innovative, high‑quality property solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with Vision: Set the strategic direction for property services, aligning your work with the council\’s bold ambitions.
• Champion Change: Oversee the transition from external suppliers to an in‑house team, managing TUPE processes and shaping a culture of excellence.
• Inspire and Empower: Build and nurture a high‑performing, multidisciplinary team where innovation thrives.
• Drive Value: Ensure robust supplier relationships, strong contract governance, and deliver outstanding value for money.
• Safeguard Standards: Uphold the highest standards in compliance, health and safety, and council governance.
• Deliver Impact: Champion continuous improvement and deliver creative, cost‑effective solutions that make a real difference.

About You

You\’re a strategic thinker and a natural leader, ready to take on complex challenges and deliver results. You bring:

• A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field; a postgraduate management qualification is a plus.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS).
• A proven track record leading large teams and managing supplier relationships.
• Deep expertise in property design and delivery, including RIBA stages and BREEAM.
• Strong knowledge of TUPE and service transitions.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

What happens next?

Your application and CV will be carefully reviewed by the recruitment team managing this position. If your experience matches the role requirements, we will contact you within 48 hours to discuss the opportunity and outline the next steps.

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