Head of Complex Buildings & Asset Appraisals FTC

Position: Head of Complex Buildings & Asset Appraisals 12 months FTC
Help shape the future of our most challenging buildings. Lead major remediation programmes, deliver expert defect investigations, and guide executive decisions with high quality option appraisals. If youre RICS/APM/CIOB/RIBA qualified with deep experience in complex buildings, governance, and programme leadershipwed love to hear from you. Based at our office in Letchworth, Herts you will be expected to attend at least 2 days per week with some travel to sites and our other office in High Wycombe, Bucks and the remainder home/remote.

Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? At Settle Paradigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build.

Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future.

Lead with purpose. Shape safer homes. Build a legacy that matters. Every complex building has a story layers of history, challenge, and opportunity. Some need a steady hand. Others need a visionary. All need someone who sees beyond the structure and recognises the people whose lives take place within its walls. This is where you come in. If youre driven by meaningful impact, this role offers the rare chance to combine deep technical expertise with purpose.

Youll guide major remediation programmes, reveal hidden risks, and bring clarity to important decisions that protect thousands of residents. The work you do will quietly strengthen communities for years to come. A Role With Real Purpose Imagine stepping into a role where your judgement shapes long-term safety, resilience, and sustainability. Where senior leaders look to you for insight. Where specialists, consultants, and contractors unite under your direction.

Where you dont just deliver programmes you create homes people can trust. Youll bring structure to complexity, confidence to uncertainty, and humanity to decisions that affect real lives.

Whats In It For You?

Make lasting social impact Your leadership supports safer homes, stronger communities, and healthier living environments. Be the trusted voice in the room Youll influence executive decisions, shape investment strategy, and steer long-term planning. Lead high-risk, high-complexity programmes that stretch your skills and elevate your craft. Access CPD, mentoring, workshops, and support for further qualifications in an organisation that invests in your development.

Bring together experts across the built environment to deliver programmes that truly matter. Youll lead on:
Remediation and strategic programmes across complex, high-risk buildings Building pathology investigations and defect diagnostics Feasibility studies and clear option appraisals that guide executive decisions Delivery strategy, and programme structures Resident-focused decision making that keeps human impact at the centre Who You Are:
Youre more than technically strong youre thoughtful, grounded, and purposeful. You advise with confidence, collaborate with empathy, and bring clarity to complexity. Youll bring: A relevant degree plus RICS, CIOB, APM, RIBA or Engineering Chartership Proven leadership of complex building or remediation programmes Experience shaping strategy, governance, and stakeholder engagement A collaborative approach and strong communication skills Commitment to continuous learning and long-term thinking What Success Looks Like Success here isnt measured only in completed programmes, but in the lives improved by them.

Its when:
Residents feel safer, leaders trust your judgement and complex buildings become resilient assets. Your decisions create long-term value for communities This is a role where your expertise becomes a legacy one built on safety, trust, and purpose. Where could this role take you? Whilst this is not currently a permanent role, in a business our size and with the transformation we are going through, there is a possibility that this could either be extended, made permanent or other opportunities may arise.

Many of our talented colleagues started at Settle Paradigm as temporary/interim and have gone on to forge successful careers with us. However, if something longer term doesnt materialise, you will still gain valuable experience which will add to your portfolio of experience. Benefits At Settle Paradigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. annual…