Capital Programme Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is offering a temporary contract for a strategic leader in commissioning and commercial roles, focusing on housing-related projects. The position is hybrid and offers the possibility of an extension or permanence based on performance. Ideal candidates will have experience managing projects and collaborating with service providers for optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commissioning and Commercial team, providing strategic direction.
• Work closely with the Asset Programme Manager to deliver efficiency.
• Collaborate with Service Providers to develop best value solutions.
• Review Service Provider Proposals/Documents for compliance.
• Manage housing-related projects from initiation to completion.
• Prepare project updates, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Support major works Commercial and commissioning project delivery.
• Work with external providers to quality assure project finances.

Job description

Overview

Westminster Council is offering an initial temporary contract for 3-6 months with a view to extension or a permanent position for the right candidate. Rate negotiable dependent upon experience. Location: Hybrid SW1E6QP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commissioning and Commercial team, providing strategic direction and leadership, tracking progress and taking actions to ensure the efficient delivery of the Investment Programme.
• Be a key member of the Capital Programme Team, working closely with the Asset Programme Manager to deliver efficiency and mitigate risk in the pre-contract phase of Tasks.
• Work collaboratively with Service Providers to develop the best value solutions to Client Briefs pursuant to Project Execution Plans and Proposal Documents.
• Lead the Commissioning team on the review of Service Provider Proposals/Documents to ensure compliance with the Term Brief and priced in accordance with the Price Framework.
• Lead and manage multiple housing-related projects, from initiation through to completion, ensuring alignment with the objectives of the Housing Assets, Investments, and Standards directorate.
• Prepare regular project updates, reports, and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders, ensuring all project milestones, timelines, and budgets are tracked and met.
• Support and drive directorate major works Commercial and commissioning capital project delivery, governance and transformation activities.
• Support in the production of a capital major works Programme of works.
• Work with external providers to quality assure housing project finances and costs.

How to apply

To discuss this opportunity further please send an up-to-date CV and call on the phone number provided. If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and we offer a generous referral.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.