Project Management Officer

inploi; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Salford seeks a driven Project Management Officer to develop and deliver parks and streetscene projects. This hybrid role involves leading environmental projects, preparing reports, and collaborating with partners. Candidates should possess strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and relevant qualifications in landscape, planning, or design. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and significant community impact.

Benefits

Access to over 200 online learning courses

Professional qualifications and tailored training

Support for digital skills development

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills and proactive mindset required.
• Excellent communication skills to influence and negotiate.
• Understanding the value of great public spaces is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate environmental projects.
• Prepare reports, presentations and funding bids.
• Work with contractors, partners and communities.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving mindset

Confidence in communication

Ability to influence and negotiate

Understanding of public spaces

Education

Relevant landscape, planning or design qualifications

Job description

Project Management Officer Parks & Streetscene

Grade 3C | Hybrid | Salford City Council

Help shape a fairer, greener, healthier Salford.

We’re looking for a driven Project Management Officer to play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality parks and streetscene projects across the city. If you’re passionate about improving local places, confident managing projects from concept to completion, and able to build strong relationships across services and communities, we want to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and coordinate exciting environmental projects that support the city’s growth.

• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations and funding bids.

• Work with contractors, partners and communities to bring projects to life.

• Monitor budgets, manage assets and ensure work meets safety and quality standards.

• Secure external funding to expand what we can deliver.

• Represent the council and help shape future strategies and plans.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Brings strong project management skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

• Communicates confidently and can influence and negotiate at all levels.

• Understands the value of great public spaces.

• Can analyse insight, prioritise effectively and deliver results.

• Holds relevant landscape, planning or design qualifications.

What we offer:

• A supportive, values-driven workplace.

• Access to over 200 online learning courses and specialist development opportunities.

• Professional qualifications and tailored training, including apprenticeships.

• Digital skills support and the chance to become a Digital Eagle.

• Real opportunities to make a visible difference across Salford.

If you’re ready to help shape the future of Salford’s parks and streetscene, apply now.

Want to know more about Salford?

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Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You’ll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you here!

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