Project Manager | Transformation and Improvement Service

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 46,142 - 51,356; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff discount scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a Project Manager for its Transformation and Improvement Service. The role involves managing complex projects and ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget. Candidates should have strong organisational skills, project management experience, and knowledge of methodologies like Agile or Waterfall. This position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering large or multiple projects.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and risks while maintaining focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Work closely with Senior Responsible Owners to deliver projects on time.
• Develop governance frameworks, manage risks, and maintain project integrity.
• Champion new initiatives and contribute to the development of the Project Portfolio Management Office.

Skills

Organisational skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Knowledge of project management methodologies

Job description

Project Manager | Transformation and Improvement Service

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£46,142 - £51,356 per annum | Fixed Term 12 month contract, Full Time, 37 hours per week | Preston

Are you ready to play a critical role in delivering Lancashire County Council’s strategic change portfolio? We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join our Transformation and Improvement Service, helping to make Lancashire the best place to live, work, visit, and prosper.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are set up for success.
• Work closely with Senior Responsible Owners (SROs) to deliver projects right—on time, within budget, and to agreed standards.
• Develop governance frameworks, manage risks, and maintain project integrity.
• Coordinate stakeholders and suppliers, navigating dependencies and critical stage gates.
• Champion new initiatives and contribute to the development of our Project Portfolio Management Office (PPMO).

What we’re looking for

• Strong organisational and project management skills with experience delivering large or multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a complex organisation.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) and business change approaches.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and risks while maintaining focus on quality and value for money.

If you’re ready to take on a role that combines strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape the future of services in Lancashire—where your work truly matters.

Closing Date: 11/01/2026 Interview Date: w/c 19/01/2026

For more information, please contact David Powell, [e-mail].

Why join us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape your career path with opportunities for qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you’ve always wanted.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. Also 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and an option to buy additional leave each year.
• Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing access to discounts with various UK retailers.
• Access to fantastic development and career opportunities.

Please ensure you upload a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the criteria for the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.