Capital Works & Compliance Officer

Pendle Borough Council; Nelson; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Capital Works & Compliance Officer. You'll be responsible for leading the delivery of capital investment programmes, managing compliance across a diverse property estate, and mentoring junior staff. Applicants should have substantial experience in capital works and compliance, excellent financial management skills, and effective communication abilities. This role offers flexible working arrangements and attractive benefits including up to 31 days annual leave.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Local Government Pension Scheme

Option to buy extra annual leave

Discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in capital works and compliance programmes.
• Strong financial and contract management skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, procurement and delivery of capital works projects.
• Oversee statutory compliance across the property estate.
• Manage project budgets and ensure delivery on time and within budget.

Skills

Project management

Financial management

Communication

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in building, construction or surveying discipline

Job description

Pendle Borough Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Capital Works & Compliance Officer to lead the delivery of capital investment programmes and oversee statutory compliance across a diverse property estate. You’ll manage projects from feasibility through to handover, ensuring schemes are delivered on time, within budget and in line with corporate and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, procurement and delivery of capital works projects across Pendle Borough Council, Pendle Leisure Trust and externally funded programmes
• Oversee statutory compliance across the property estate, including fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene, electrical safety and accessibility
• Manage project budgets, financial forecasting and contract performance, ensuring delivery on time and within budget
• Liaise with funding bodies, regulators, auditors and external partners to ensure compliance with grant conditions and corporate governance requirements
• Engage with Members, senior managers, service leads and community stakeholders to present proposals, progress and risks clearly
• Provide mentoring and guidance to apprentices and junior staff, building team capacity and resilience
• Maintain risk registers, monitor performance and elevate issues to senior stakeholders where necessary
• Ensure all works comply with statutory requirements, health and safety standards and industry best practice

This is a pivotal role, working closely with Members, senior managers, funding bodies and contractors. You’ll also play a key part in mentoring apprentices and junior staff, embedding professional standards and building future team capacity.

Qualifications

We’re looking for a qualified professional (degree/HNC/HND in building, construction or surveying discipline) with substantial experience in capital works and compliance programmes, strong financial and contract management skills, and excellent communication abilities. If you thrive on responsibility, collaboration, and making a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Pendle is in Lancashire’s scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester.

We offer

• Flexible working, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours
• Up to 31 days annual leave
• Flexible contracts requiring 2–3 days in the office each week (more if needed), so you should live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire

Our Benefits include

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, please apply online via the link provided