Arc Partnership has expanded its professional services portfolio, by introducing estates service and development service provision, and appointing a new director to lead the new teams.
The strategic move means Arc Partnership, a joint venture between Nottinghamshire County Council and SCAPE, can now provide the council with end-to-end property lifecycle management, covering everything from pre-construction and design to maintenance, estate management, valuations, development consultancy services and risk management.
As part of the expansion, six new team members have joined Arc Partnership, including two new senior development managers, two principal surveyors and two estate surveyors.
They will be led by Andrea Hopkins who has also been newly appointed as director of the estates practice. Andrea brings a wealth of experience from Leicestershire County Council, where she led key construction projects and managed the council’s disposal programme as well as overseeing the valuation function.
In her new role, Andrea will oversee and develop both service areas.
Commenting on her appointment, Andrea said: “It is a fantastic time to be joining Arc Partnership as they continue to bolster their expertise and offering across the board.
“This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop three key services – Estates Practice, Risk Management Services and Development and Disposals through Arc Partnership on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council.
“The Estates Practice and Development Services Teams have responsibility for management of Nottinghamshire County Council’s property portfolio, advising on and implementing good estate management practices, risk compliance and adding real value by identifying and implementing development and disposal projects.
“Through close collaboration with the council and internal teams, we will drive efficiencies, ensure standards are maintained and identify cost-saving opportunities for Nottinghamshire County Council.”
Dan Maher, managing director at Arc Partnership, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Andrea and our two new teams to Arc Partnership.
“This expansion allows us to offer a full suite of services across the entire property lifecycle, enhancing the expert support we provide on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council, delivering value for money, quality of output and customer excellence, and this latest development further strengthens our ability to do so.”
