Regional Property Manager - Lincoln/Bedford

The property team are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated  Property Manager based in the Lincoln / Bedford area to cover regional stores that form part of the Hays Travel portfolio of 435 retail branch estate and commercial offices. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in health and safety, possess facilities management skills with at least 4 year’s experience in a similar Management position.

Reporting to the Head of Property & Facilities, the chosen candidate will have a proven track record and experience of accomplishments within property management. This role is home based which includes a generous car allowance to support with regional coverage of over 100 branches.  The candidate will have a high level of autonomy hence the ability to organise and manage their own time and prioritise work, whilst being able to effectively communicate with the rest of the team.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Evaluate all the properties within the region and gain a full understanding of repairing obligations, then in conjunction with the Property Team develop an estates strategy plan providing detailed & costed proposals as required for each site to ensure buildings are safe and properly maintained
• Implement a rolling programme to keep shops, particularly retail facing parts, in good condition according to budget constraints prioritising works according to business needs and other constraints
• Liaise with Landlords and other external parties
• Identify local vetted contractors to carry out works looking for best value and quality of workmanship
• Manage new site openings, closures, relocations and refits
• Assist the property team in carrying out project works including energy efficiency initiatives
• Fully project manage works from initial scope of works through tender process to turn key handover
• Ensure all sites are fully compliant and kept up to date with all statutory requirements with an ongoing PMS
• Adaptability is required to ensure projects are delivered to schedules while also providing support to staff

What competencies we are looking for?

• Excellent organisational and project Management skills
• Willingness to be available after-hours when required
• Negotiation skills for contracts and also managing projects
• Leadership skills to be assertive and manage contractors and other externals
• Effective motivational skills and the ability to remain positive and professional at all times
• Provision of delivering excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Analytical and problem solving skills with a can do attitude
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Computer literate, confident using Word, Excel and Web Navigation
• Enthusiastic and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About Us

As the UK’s largest independent travel agency, Hays Travel specialises in providing good value, quality holidays, alongside excellent customer service. We work with all leading suppliers and can package holidays that include hotels, flights, cruises, tours, attraction tickets, and more. We have over 470 Branches throughout the UK and our Head Office based in Sunderland, is home to tour operator teams, finance, marketing, people/HR and IT, plus many more. We have been operating for over 40 years, and continue to grow each year.

Our values

Our SMILE values are embedded in to our company and ensure our teams work strongly together. You and all of our colleagues will ensure that the Hays Travel values are demonstrated at all times.

• Supportive
• Motivational
• Innovative
• Loyal
• Excellence

What it’s like to work for us?

Whichever location or department you work in, our people are always at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of training programmes to help you progress personally and professionally, as we know the benefits of promoting and rewarding our hardworking colleagues are extremely important.

Of course, it's not all about work. We're very sociable and there are always lots of team nights-out and company parties. Plus, there are opportunities to travel abroad on educational trips, and you can also take advantage of our colleague discount when booking your own holidays.

Hays Travel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all colleagues. As an accredited employer provider of apprenticeships, we undertake basic checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety of our apprentices for relevant roles.

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