About The Land Development Agency

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is a commercial, semi-State body that seeks to maximise the supply of affordable homes on public and other land in a financially sustainable manner, supporting the creation of thriving communities and delivering ongoing positive social impact. It is overseen by an independent board of directors and is funded with €5 billion of equity capital committed by the Government. It is also permitted to borrow up to €1.25bn

The LDA has commenced construction on a number of projects on State land and has a delivery pipeline in excess of 17,000 homes. It also works in partnership with the country’s largest and most experienced homebuilders and will deliver a further 8,000 homes under the Government’s Project Tosaigh initiative.

Additionally, the LDA is working on large-scale longer-term strategic areas by master-planning and bringing forward planning applications in locations such as Limerick Colbert Quarter, the Digital Hub in Dublin and Sandy Road in Galway.

The LDA is underpinned by a positive, collegiate, ‘can do’ culture based on our core values of Integrity, Results, Collaboration, Sustainability and Innovation. Our team is around 180 people and growing rapidly.

Role Overview

This is a new role offering the right candidate a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of transformative projects across the country and will include Quality and Compliance Reporting across the Asset Management Operations.

You will be working within the Asset Management Team reporting to the Senior Building Surveyor and supporting the Long-Term Management and Regulatory Compliance of Cost Rental, Social, & Affordable Housing.

The ideal candidate will have a good level of technical, reporting, and auditing acumen to assist with the handover and management of a large residential rental portfolio. Importantly they will need to be a team player with the drive, work ethic and adaptability to respond to the exciting challenges of the LDA mandate. The role will suit an ambitious and enthusiastic individual wishing to advance their career by entering the organisation at an early phase of its establishment with a view to exploring management opportunities as the LDA grows.

Role Purpose/Duties:

To provide independent monitoring and reporting on Asset Management Activities & Operations such as;
- Planned Preventative & Cyclical Maintenance
- Fire Safety Risk Assessments
- Insurance Risk Assessments
- Regulatory Compliance (Building Owners & Rented Housing Standards)
Effectively collaborate with the wider Asset Management Team, External Agents, and Property Consultants for establishing oversight at frequent intervals.
Provide auditing and constructive feedback to the Asset Management Leads on Risk, Compliance, Efficiency of Operations.
Stay up to date with Irish/EU Housing and Safety policy and attend any Regulatory & Compliance Briefings.
Proactively Develop Management and Leadership skills to ensure career development.

Person Specifications/Requirements:

3rd level qualification in Building Surveying, Building Services, Facilities or Property Management (compliance qualification (e.g. LCOI) is an advantage)
At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role such as:
- Technical, Asset Management, or Property/Construction in Residential Sector.
- Local Authority, AHB, Non-Profit, or Property & Surveying.
SCSI/CIOB/CIBSE or other professional body membership desired.
Willingness to undertake further education or professional development commensurate with the role.

Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Reporting Software/Apps, or experience of other property related IT systems desired.
Organisation skills and ability to manage a varied workload.
Planning and Problem Solving.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work with people in an effective manner and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders.
Knowledgeable on Asset Management Operations; PPM, Life Safety Systems, Building Services Compliance, Fire Safety Assessment.
Knowledgeable and familiarity of modern construction and building services within Housing, Apartments, & Residential Blocks.
Ability to analyse data, query results, spot trends and provide feedback.
Knowledgeable on statutory compliance regulatory policy for building owners and rented housing standards.
Knowledge of GDPR and Health & Safety requirements.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

To apply:

Closing date for applications 5pm, 19th August

The Land Development Agency is an equal opportunities employer.

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