Senior Project Manager - Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, United Kingdom - North Somerset Council

Description

Could you help plan and deliver sustainable and inclusive growth in North Somerset?

About the role

Working within our Projects and Property Team the Senior Project Manager will be key in supporting the delivery of a variety of complex and high-profile projects that will be used by North Somerset residents and visitors for generations.

From major infrastructure projects to new schools, from regeneration and maintenance projects to council estate transformation you will be key in delivering sustainable, inclusive and low carbon growth, you will support the Senior Programme Lead to make sure these projects are delivered on time and within budget and meet the commitments within the North Somerset Corporate Plan.

This is an exciting time to be joining North Somerset

The Projects and Property Service is front and centre in delivering a wide range of transformational projects for the council. Supporting and enabling sustainable and inclusive growth and ensuring we maximise the placemaking impact of our projects.

North Somerset Council declared a Climate Emergency with the aim to be carbon neutral by 2030. The Strategy is supported by wider strategic plans and objectives including the Economic Plan and the Joint Local Transport Plan. Offering significant opportunity to be involved in cross council working and to make a significant contribution to meeting carbon neutrality by 2030.

All the roles will work collaboratively with contractors, colleagues across the organisation, and with our partners, in North Somerset and the West of England, to ensure major works are well managed and deliver the expected outcomes.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

About you

To be successful you will be an accomplished team player who will be an advocate for change and innovation, put customers first, work well with others and get things done.

The Senior Project Manager will have extensive knowledge and experience in managing contractors, budgets and resources as well as leading a team. You will have a proven track record of successful project delivery and be responsible for ensuring that the projects you are accountable for deliver to scope and in support of wider programme benefits. This can include leading on communications, risk, procurement, finance, and programme scheduling.

As well as the chance to take key roles in the council's most complex and high-profile schemes, the Projects and Property Team will give you opportunities to transfer skills and knowledge learned and take on further responsibilities to progress along your chosen career pathway.

Become part of our team

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Our benefits include an excellent pension scheme, family leave options, flexible working hours, working from home, as well as career progression and training opportunities and becoming part of a friendly and supportive team.

More information about our extensive benefits package can be found here;

Want to know more and apply?

For an informal discussion, please contact Virginia Andreani, Senior Programme Lead, on

Anticipated interview date: Monday 06 May 2024

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Somerset Council – Open, Fairer, Greener.

Please note: We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.