Head of Street Environment & Green Spaces / 6 month contract / £500 per day umbrella / South London

Overview:
My client, a local authority based in South London are looking for a Head of Street Environment & Green spaces candidate. The main purpose of the role will be to ensure the effective and efficient management of Public Space services delivered both internally and through service provider relationships. The candidate will focus on street environment, grounds maintenance and arboricultural service activities.

Role & Responsibilities:
To ensure that all aspects of commissioning activity delivers cost effective and good quality outcomes
To produce regular reports on the use of resources and financial budgets, ensuring financial regulations, service forecast planning and payment procedures are followed
To be the councils expert adviser on waste management and street cleansing functions
To provide leadership and contribute with the Street Environment and Green Spaces Team
To ensure that all correspondence is of a high quality and is prepared in accordance with departmental policy and corporate targets

Skills & Experience:
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Contract management expertise, including relationship management, principles of contract law and contract monitoring principles
Understanding of the services and key issues faced by local government
Ability to prepare strategies and budgets
Project Management
Experience of working in a political environment and developing effective relationships with members

Package:
£500 per day umbrella
Monday to Friday (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH)
6 month contract
Friendly team and modern offices