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Strategic Asset Manager

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Position: Strategic Asset Manager  

Location: Mandela House, Cambridge, CB2 1BY

Start Date: ASAP        

Contract Duration: 5+ Months

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 314.79 Per Day      

Job Reference: (phone number removed)

Role Purpose

The Strategic Asset Manager is a new, strategic leadership role within the Economy and Place Group. Reporting to the Director of Economy and Place, the postholder will:

Take a council-wide overview of all property assets (administrative, operational, commercial, and housing-related) 

Advise on retention, refurbishment, repurposing, or disposal of assets 

Lead on compliance strategy across all council assets 

Implement corporate strategies for sustainability, Net Zero, and placemaking goals 

Collaborate across council teams and external partners to optimize the value and function of assets 

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, including investment prioritization, financial efficiency, and alignment with the council’s economic, social, and environmental objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Asset Management & Strategy

Maintain and update the Council’s Asset Management Plan (AMP) 
	
Ensure assets meet functional, regulatory, safety, environmental, and financial requirements 
	
Prioritize capital expenditure to maximize value for money and deliver council objectives 

Collaboration & Governance

Liaise with internal stakeholders (CFO, Chief Property Surveyor, Assistant Director of Development) 
	
Develop business cases, secure investment, and manage funding for council assets 
	
Lead the Net Zero Board for property-related sustainability initiatives 

Placemaking & External Partnerships

Leverage council assets to support placemaking, community wealth building, and sustainability goals 
	
Work with partners such as Greater Cambridge Shared Planning, the University of Cambridge, and Cambridge BID 

Leadership & Team Management

Likely line management of one Band 5 Property Surveyor (TBC) 
	
Provide strategic oversight of property portfolios (£165m) and advise on investments 

Innovation & Sustainability

Encourage adoption of AI and emerging technology to improve efficiency and energy/retrofit strategies 
	
Integrate environmental, social, and community value into asset decisions 

Person Specification

Essential Skills:

Degree/diploma recognized by RICS, MRICS qualification or equivalent 
	
Strategy and programme management experience 
	
Business case development and finance knowledge 
	
Experience managing major property portfolios and commercial assets 
	
Expertise with property management/valuation software 
	
Knowledge of flexible accommodation solutions 
	
Understanding of sustainability, economic development, placemaking, and community agendas 
	
Strong line management skills 

Desirable Skills:

Experience valuing social and environmental impacts to inform investment 
	
Leading retrofit programs in complex organizations 
	
Managing complex tasks and problem-solving 
	
Excellent communication and influencing skills at senior levels, including elected members

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