Assistant Project Manager

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the London area is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of complex projects within the Leisure division. The role requires experience in project management, financial oversight, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. You will be responsible for preparing funding bids and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. This is a full-time position offering an opportunity to contribute to enhancing community cultural infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing complex projects within a similar environment.
• Strong financial management skills and experience in preparing funding bids.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, delivery and evaluation of complex projects.
• Operate within a governance framework to monitor success and report progress.
• Engage and consult with the community and stakeholders throughout project stages.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Financial Management

Construction Management

Communication Skills

Education

Fully trained and qualified building surveyor

Tools

Bluebeam

ProCore

Microsoft Outlook

Prolog

Microsoft Project

Job description

3 months contract with local authority

The role involves managing and delivering multiple complex projects within the Leisure division focusing on enhancing the boroughs cultural leisure and green infrastructure. This position is crucial for achieving the Councils strategic goals through effective project management financial oversight and stakeholder engagement. The role also includes preparing and submitting funding bids ensuring quality management and fostering relationships with local communities Councillors and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation delivery and evaluation of complex capital and revenue-funded projects.
• Operate within a governance framework to establish objectives monitor success and report progress.
• Provide expert advice on capital programme planning contract specifications and procurement management.
• Prepare procurement documents and manage contracts in line with council procedures.
• Oversee project budgets to ensure financial limits are not exceeded and standards are met.
• Lead the research and submission of funding bids to secure additional project funds.
• Engage and consult with the community internal departments and stakeholders throughout project stages.
• Stay informed on best practices in project management and establish beneficial relationships with various bodies.
• Ensure projects focus on customer and resident needs adhering to council policies on equality and inclusion.
• Lead project teams and manage contractors consultants and temporary staff.
• Develop and manage project plans coordinating across service areas and securing participant support.
• Advise senior decision-makers and report project progress to relevant boards and officers.
• Develop sustainable project solutions addressing climate biodiversity and habitat quality.
• Ensure project compliance with health and safety policies and legislation.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing complex projects within a similar environment.
• Strong financial management skills and experience in preparing funding bids.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
• Knowledge of governance frameworks and project success monitoring.
• Expertise in capital programme planning and procurement processes.
• Ability to lead and manage diverse project teams and external partners.
• Familiarity with council policies on equality diversity and inclusion.
• Strong communication and consultation skills with community and internal stakeholders.
• Commitment to sustainable project development and health and safety compliance.

Required Skills

Fully trained and qualified building surveyor Based in the North Yorkshire Area

Key Skills

Bluebeam, Construction Estimating, Construction Experience, ProCore, Microsoft Outlook, Prolog, Construction Management, Project Engineering, Project Management, Project Management Software, Microsoft Project, Budgeting

Full Time

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