Programme and Project Delivery Team Manager

Durham County Council; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization in North East England is seeking an experienced individual to manage Programme and Project Development teams. The ideal candidate will hold a degree, a project management qualification, and possess proven track record in managing complex, multi-million-pound projects. This role offers hybrid working, competitive salaries, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days holiday per year

Hybrid working option

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high value regeneration schemes.
• Proven track record of successful programme management.
• Ability to communicate appropriate solutions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage Programme and Project Development teams.
• Deliver complex multi-agency regeneration schemes.
• Organize and develop high value initiatives.

Skills

Ability to analyze complex situations

Management level experience

Project management skills

Success in managing complex projects

Education

Degree or equivalent in a related discipline

Project Management qualification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced individual who has the ability to analyse complex situations quickly and develop and communicate appropriate solutions.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

You will be responsible for the management and performance of the Programme and Project Development and Delivery teams.

You will be responsible for the organisation, management, development and delivery of complex multi-agency and high value (multi-million pound) regeneration schemes and initiatives.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED?

You will have a Degree or equivalent in a related discipline and hold a Project Management qualification.

You should have management level experience within a large organisation and enhanced project management experience. You will have a proven track record of successful development and management of highly complex, multi-million-pound programmes and projects; corporate and departmental objectives; policies and strategies.

Please refer to the attached person specification for further information.

We encourage you to contact Jessica Mortimer-Wabel, Strategic Programme Manager, via email at [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

BENEFITS AND REWARDS

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.
• Hybrid working (home and office working).
• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
• Discounted DCC gym membership.
• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
• Trade Union membership.
• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits

HYBRID WORKING

Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.

We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.

Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26899/Equality-diversity-and-inclusion-in-our-workforce

INTERVIEWS

Interviews are scheduled to be held on Monday 13 October 2025.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

HOW TO APPLY

In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.

Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.

If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email on [e-mail] or telephone [phone] – Option 3.

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