Head of Property

Parklands Group is looking for an experienced Head of Property to lead the management, maintenance and development of its care home portfolio across the north of Scotland.
This senior position would suit a commercially minded property professional with experience managing multiple buildings, delivering major refurbishment projects and leading property teams.

The Role

Develop and implement a property strategy supporting the Group’s operational, commercial and growth objectives.
Oversee property management across 13 care homes in the Highlands, Moray and Aberdeenshire.
Assess existing buildings to identify investment priorities, maintenance requirements and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and deliver a programme of refurbishments and capital investment.
Lead extensions, refurbishment projects and property developments from initial planning through to completion.
Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget and to the required standards.
Lead, support and develop the Group’s Property Team.
Provide strategic property advice to the Managing Director and senior leadership team.
Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across the care home portfolio.
Lead the Planned Preventative Maintenance programme to identify and resolve potential problems.
Manage relationships with external contractors, consultants and suppliers.
Ensure buildings comply with Scottish building standards, property requirements and health and safety legislation.
Work with operational and commercial colleagues to ensure property investment improves the experience of residents and staff.
Consider occupancy, financial performance and long-term property value when making investment recommendations.
Help create safe, comfortable and welcoming environments for residents.

Working Pattern

Senior property management position covering multiple care home locations.
Travel between Parklands properties will be required.
Homes are located in Aberlour, Buckie, Cullen, Fortrose, Grantown on Spey, Huntly, Inverness, Keith, Muir of Ord and Tain.

What We Are Looking For

Significant senior-level experience in property or estate management.
Proven experience managing complex property portfolios.
Experience delivering substantial refurbishment, development and capital investment programmes.
Strong understanding of planned and reactive property maintenance.
A professional qualification in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Property Management, Facilities Management, Architecture or another relevant discipline, or substantial equivalent experience.
Good working knowledge of Scottish building standards and property compliance requirements.
Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.
Ability to manage contractors, budgets and major property projects.
Commercial awareness and sound financial judgement.
Experience leading teams and advising senior management.
Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple locations.
A valid driving licence and access to a car.
Willingness to travel between care homes across the north of Scotland.
Experience in care, healthcare, hospitality or another regulated multi-site environment would be advantageous, although transferable experience will also be considered.

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