Project Manager (Air Quality)

East Herts District Council; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Flexible working

Hybrid / remote options

Wellbeing programme

Local Government pension scheme

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Free parking in offices

Job summary

East Herts District Council in Hertford is seeking a proactive Air Quality Project Manager to lead the Council's Air Quality Action Plan, monitor networks and report on outcomes.

You will collaborate with partners across transport, planning, public health and climate change to deliver joined up air quality projects and secure external funding.

The role offers flexible working, up to 50% remote, generous leave and a supportive environment for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in air quality, environmental protection, or related field.
• Understanding of local authority air quality responsibilities.
• Experience managing projects from development through delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Air Quality Action Plan and monitor network.
• Analyse air quality data to inform priorities and projects.
• Collaborate with partners across transport, planning, public health and climate change.
• Prepare reports and briefings for senior officers and groups.
• Identify opportunities for external funding and support bids.
• Monitor budgets, risks, milestones and outcomes.
• Support public-facing communications on air quality.

Skills

Air quality knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Job description

Job Introduction

Are you a team player, who is self-motivated and passionate about delivering high quality projects along with a good eye for detail and commitment to delivering continuous improvement in processes and practices?

We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of activities leading the councils air quality agenda from projects to monitoring, involving a wide range of stakeholders and partners.

This will be a 12 month fixed term contract.

What will you be doing?

• Lead delivery of the Council's Air Quality Action Plan and manage the air quality monitoring network, including monitoring, data quality, reporting and specialist contractors.
• Analyse and interpret air quality information and use this to inform priorities, projects and communications.
• Work collaboratively with neighbouring authorities and internal and external partners across transport, planning, public health, highways and climate change to develop and deliver joined up air quality projects across administrative boundaries
• Prepare reports, briefings and performance updates for senior officers, Members and relevant partnership groups.
• Identify opportunities for external funding and support the development of funding bids for air quality improvement projects.
• Monitor project budgets, risks, milestones and outcomes, ensuring projects are delivered effectively and provide measurable benefits.
• Support public facing communications and engagement on air quality, ensuring information is accessible and meaningful to local communities.

About You

As an ideal candidate, you will have:

• Experience of working in air quality, environmental protection, environmental management or a closely related field.
• A good understanding of local authority air quality responsibilities and the factors influencing local air quality.
• Experience of managing projects from development through to delivery and evaluation.
• Strong organisational and programme management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience of working effectively with a range of partners and stakeholders, including across organisational or geographical boundaries.
• The ability to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly to both technical and non technical audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build constructive relationships and bring different organisations and services together to achieve shared objectives.

What can we offer you?

• Opportunities for growth and cross- department working, learning new skills and service areas
• 26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service
• Usage of our e-fleet during business hours for business-related visits
• Employee well-being programme
• Employee events group
• Regular opportunities to socialise with other teams within the council
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
• Up to 50% working from home for eligible posts
• Free parking in our offices and select council owned car parks during business hours
• Access to wellbeing and occupational health schemes such as the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounts at council-owned leisure centres
• Opportunity to network with colleagues across councils in Hertfordshire and the East Of England
• Professional environment where your career path really matters and your development is supported by the organisation

We as a council are ambitious. To find out more about our ambitions and what it's like working at East Herts, hear from our employees on our careers site.

In accordance with council policy, new appointments will normally be made at the first SCP point of the relevant grade. If, at the offer stage, a candidate can provide clear evidence that their skills and/or experience align with a higher point within the grade, appointment at the next SCP point may be considered. Any such decision must be reviewed and approved by the Director

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.

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