Project manager

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Deighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to develop waste collection strategies and manage operational schedules in the Environmental Services team. This two-year fixed-term role requires strong IT and budgetary management skills, along with a commitment to adaptability in a changing environment. A current driving licence is required for site visits.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex projects is essential.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively.
• Current driving licence required for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage and plan the development of waste collection strategies.
• Work closely with service and operational managers.
• Prepare work schedules for waste collection and street cleaning.

Skills

Good IT skills

Budgetary management

Project management

Job description

Job Title

Project manager

Job Reference/Advert Number

ERYC006887

Application Closing Date

14/11/2025

Location

Streetscene Services

Salary

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Contractual hours

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Basis

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Job category/type

IT, communications and marketing, Refuse collection and grounds maintenance

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Environmental Services team for a project manager waste and streets. This is a 2 year fixed term to cover a secondment. The successful applicant will manage and plan the development of future waste collection and diversion strategies that will ensure the Council continues to meet the challenge of the government’s new waste strategy. They will work closely with service and operational managers to prepare waste collection and street cleaning work schedules. A positive approach together with the ability to adapt to a changing environment is essential. The role is very varied and therefore prioritising and managing your workload is essential. Good IT skills are a must. The post holder will require high level budgetary management and IT skills to enable them to manage complex projects. A current driving licence is also required as they will be required to carry out site visits and work away from their usual base at Willerby Depot.