Capital Project Manager Strategic Projects

London Borough of Brent; Wembley; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant London borough is seeking an experienced Capital Project Manager to lead the delivery of key strategic capital projects. The role involves managing complex, high-value projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while maintaining high quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in construction management, financial acumen, and proven leadership skills. This position offers flexible working options and a supportive environment to foster your career growth.

Benefits

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent pension with employer contributions

Hybrid and flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing large capital projects.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of public sector finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of complex, high-value capital projects.
• Oversee multi-million-pound budgets and project plans.
• Work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Skills

Construction and capital project management

Relationship-building

Leadership

Project planning

Financial management

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Job Description

Salary range: £66,378 - £69,984 p.a. inc. London weighting

Contract: Permanent

Hours of work: 36 hours per week

Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

Are you an experienced Capital Project Manager? Do you want to lead the delivery of a number of the Council's key, strategic capital projects?

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent's diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Capital Project Manager to lead the delivery of the Council's key, strategic Capital Projects.

In this role, you will manage the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects, including :

• New schools
• New Council homes
• Mixed-use developments
• Leisure facilities

You’ll manage multi-million-pound budgets, senior level governance arrangements, and complex inter-dependent project plans.

You’ll ensure that all projects meet critical timescales, are completed within approved budgets, and are delivered to a high standard.

Working closely with the Head of Capital Delivery, you will support the continuous efficiency and success of the department through :

• Effective leadership
• Comprehensive project management
• Master-planning
• Financial management

Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of our residents.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction and capital project management, backed by a relevant professional qualification as well as :

• A proven track record of successfully delivering large capital projects on time, within budget, and to high quality
• A solid understanding of public sector finance.
• The ability to navigate competing priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong relationship-building skills to engage with partners and stakeholders at all levels, providing valuable advice and guidance where required
• An ambition to drive change within the department, a genuine passion for achieving outstanding outcomes for the Council and its residents.

Central to your success will be

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes.
• High-level understanding of project planning and financial management
• Demonstrable leadership and management skills

If you have a strong track record of delivering successful projects and a passion for achieving great results, we would love to hear from you!

The Team

The team delivers a wide range of capital projects for the Council and its residents. It is made up of Project and Programme Officers and Managers delivering real change to the borough through new and improved infrastructure and buildings. We work collaboratively across a number of Council Directorates, stakeholders and end users meaning that no two projects are the same.

Why join us?

We know people achieve their best when they feed valued. At Brent, you'll benefit from :

• Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS)
• Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles
• Supportive family-friendly policies for parent, guardians, and carers
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans
• Travel perks including Zipcar access, affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career
• Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment

Closing date: Wednesday 7 January 2026 (23:59)

Additional Information

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

Flexible and Disability Access

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including "non-visible" disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on [e-mail]