Senior Development Construction Project Manager

Wokingham-Borough-Council; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

GP Helpline

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines

Free Onsite Gym

Salary Sacrifice Car & Cycle to Work

Local & Lifestyle Discounts

Move through Menopause Course

Sports & Social Group Activities

And more!

Job summary

Wokingham Borough Council is seeking a dynamic Senior Development & Construction Project Manager to lead complex capital schemes from feasibility to post-completion. This full-time, permanent role sits in the Commercial Property Team and requires strategic oversight and robust governance.

You will line-manage three Development Project Managers, collaborate with internal services and external partners, and drive value-for-money delivery of high-value projects while upholding procurement rules.

Qualifications

• Degree-level or equivalent construction qualifications.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Strong project management experience in private or public sectors.
• Good IT skills including M365, SharePoint, Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience delivering complex capital programmes and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Council's complex capital programme projects.
• Provide line management to three Development Project Managers.
• Oversee external consultants and contractors for planning and development.
• Ensure value for money and robust business cases.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress and report to senior management.
• Engage with planning authorities, stakeholders, funders and tenants.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

IT skills

Education

Degree-level construction qualifications

Tools

M365 / Office 365

SharePoint

Teams

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Senior Development Construction Project Manager

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £67,991 - £74,435 Per Annum, Plus Benefits
Location: Shute End, Wokingham
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: 20/10/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 710478

We have an excellent opportunity available for a dynamic and experienced Senior Development & Construction Project Manager to join our Commercial Property Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.

The Senior Development Project Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of complex and high-value development, regeneration and construction projects across the Commercial Property portfolio. The post holder will provide strategic oversight and project management expertise from initial feasibility, business case development and planning through to construction, handover and post-completion review.

The role has direct line management responsibility for three Development Project Managers, providing leadership, mentoring, performance management and professional development to ensure the successful delivery of the Council's capital programme. The Senior Development Project Manager will oversee project governance, programme performance, risk management and monitoring of project budgets, whilst taking personal responsibility for the most complex, high-risk and commercially significant projects.

Working collaboratively with internal services, Members, consultants, contractors and external partners, the post holder will ensure complex development and construction projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the Council's strategic objectives, supporting the effective management and enhancement of the Council's commercial and operational property portfolio.

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

Generous Annual Leave- 31-36 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays

GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week

Employee Assistance Programme- Including a 24/7 Your CareHelpline

Free Eye TestsandFlu Vaccines

Free Onsite Gym- Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham

Salary Sacrifice Schemes- IncludingCarandCycle to Work schemes

Local & Lifestyle Discounts- Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more

Move through Menopause Course

Sports & Social Group Activities– Including running, football, cricket & more

And more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the delivery of the Council's most complex and high-value Capital Programme construction, regeneration and development projects, from inception to completion, to time, budget and service client satisfaction, and in line with the Council's procurement rules and regulations.


• Provide line management support and professional leadership to a team of three Development Project Managers, ensuring the effective prioritisation, resourcing and delivery of projects across the programme.


• Oversee the appointment and management of external consultants and contractors on spatial planning, property, highway, construction and other commissions which contribute to the planning, appraisal and delivery of development sites.


• Ensure all development proposals represent value for money and the optimum use of Council resources through on-going financial appraisal, assessment and production of robust business cases.


• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.


• Monitor construction project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.


• Liaise with local planning authority, politicians, stakeholders, funders and tenants on all planning and communication matters across the strategic property and commercial assets portfolio.

Candidate requirements:

• Degree-level, equivalent relevant construction professional qualifications or expertise.


• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.


• Strong project management background, either in the private or public sector.


• Good IT skills including office software such as M365, SharePoint, Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.


• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience of managing construction projects to successful outcomes.

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Tim Searle, Senior Development Project Manager, Commercial Property - [e-mail] (Strictly no agencies)

Interview date: TBC

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