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12-month contract with a local authority
Summary
- This is a 12-month contract with a local authority focused on leading and delivering greenspace, parks, play, and community-based capital projects to enhance public spaces across the Borough. The role is crucial in managing investment programs, including Section 106 and externally funded projects, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective delivery that meets community needs and fosters sustainable, vibrant environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, management, and delivery of capital investment programs.
- Manage Section 106 projects from feasibility through to completion.
- Oversee project delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
- Coordinate and manage internal teams and external contractors.
- Support procurement processes and ensure contractor performance meets expected standards.
- Monitor project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and value for money.
- Contribute to financial planning and reporting in collaboration with internal teams.
Essential Experience Required
- Experience managing and delivering capital or community-based projects.
- Experience working within a local authority or similar public/community sector environment.
- Demonstrable project management experience, including contractor and stakeholder management.
Essential Qualifications Required
- A relevant professional qualification (e.g., project management, environmental studies, leisure management) or equivalent mid-to-senior level experience.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 37 hours per week.
- Contract: 12-month interim (potential extension).
- Driving license required.
- Working Pattern: Office-based with flexibility for agile working.
- We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
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