Highways Project Support Officer - Hybrid

Leicestershire County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in the UK is seeking a Project Support Officer to join its Transport Projects & Programmes team. The role involves supporting Project Managers in planning and coordinating highway projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met. Ideal candidates should have experience in an office setting, excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Experience of maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders.
• Experience of working to tight timescales and managing your own workload.
• Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning and coordinating various highway projects.
• Assist in tracking project progress against timelines and budgets.
• Handle project documentation, risk management, and quality assurance.

Skills

Experience of working in an office environment

Excellent communication skills

Ability to problem solve

Presentation skills

Education

Relevant qualification or demonstrable experience

Tools

MS Office programmes

Job description

A local government organization in the UK is seeking a Project Support Officer to join its Transport Projects & Programmes team. The role involves supporting Project Managers in planning and coordinating highway projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met. Ideal candidates should have experience in an office setting, excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary package.