Assistant Project Manager (EVI Infrastructure)

Leicestershire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Two-year fixed term role with Leicestershire County Council to support delivery of Electric Vehicle Infrastructure projects and programmes. You will assist on project governance, reporting, financial monitoring and risk management to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery within budget.

Applicants should have a BTEC in Civil Engineering or equivalent, highway engineering exposure, Prince2 knowledge, and strong communication and stakeholder skills. Flexible working options may be discussed.

Qualifications

• A BTEC in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification; and/or demonstrable experience commensurate with the role.
• Experience of working in a Highway engineering setting, in relation to design, management, maintenance or administrative processes.
• Experience of maintaining effective partnerships and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders which can include statutory, voluntary, private agencies and communities.
• Experience of working to tight timescales to deliver projects and/or programmes on time, to quality and cost.
• A good understanding of the principles of Prince2 Project Management.
• Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills.
• A customer focused approach where the customer experience is central to the delivery of the service.

Responsibilities

• Assist on the project management of Leicestershire County Council's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure projects and programmes, including project governance and reporting, financial monitoring, and risk management, to ensure that schemes are delivered on time, to quality and cost.

Skills

BTEC in Civil Engineering

Prince2 Project Management

Communication skills

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Highway engineering experience

Education

BTEC in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Telephone: [phone]

Job Description

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA

Salary: £36,621- £40,458 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed term for 2 years

Closing Date: 8th November 2026

Interview Date(s): TBC

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Assistant Project Managers to join our Transport Projects & Programmes team at Leicestershire County Council, one of the best performing councils in the country. We've achieved several decades of high performance, with our success recognised by national Government, industry awards and our residents.

About The Role

This is a two-year fixed term position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-profile Electric Vehicle Infrastructure projects that help shape the future of Leicestershire.

Successful applicants will join a motivated, friendly team of professionals committed to delivering public sector highway projects and programmes that offer best value for money.

Your role will be to assist on the project management of Leicestershire County Council's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure projects and programmes, including project governance and reporting, financial monitoring, and risk management, to ensure that schemes are delivered on time, to quality and cost.

About You

• A BTEC in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification; and/or demonstrable experience commensurate with the role.
• Experience of working in a Highway engineering setting, in relation to design, management, maintenance or administrative processes.
• Experience of maintaining effective partnerships and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders which can include statutory, voluntary, private agencies and communities.
• Experience of working to tight timescales to deliver projects and/or programmes on time, to quality and cost.
• A good understanding of the principles of Prince2 Project Management.
• Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills.
• A customer focused approach where the customer experience is central to the delivery of the service.

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer .

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For More Information Or An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Oliver Rivera, Project Manager

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

About Us

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.

Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.